March of Dimes

On behalf of the March of Dimes National Board of Trustees, we’re thrilled to announce that Cindy Rahman, MBA has been appointed as the new President & CEO of March of Dimes. Cindy has been a driving force in our organization, previously serving as Chief Marketing Officer before stepping into the Interim President & CEO role six months ago. During her time as Interim CEO, Cindy skillfully guided March of Dimes through a critical period of leadership and organizational transitions. Her thoughtful and steady approach has helped strengthen our mission, refine our strategy, and drive key improvements in areas like revenue innovation, brand health, and operational efficiency. Under her leadership, we’ve made meaningful strides in diversifying revenue streams, building stronger partnerships, and enhancing our impact in the fight for maternal and infant health equity. With her strategic vision, deep passion, and unwavering commitment to moms and babies, Cindy is the leader March of Dimes needs for the future. Please join us in congratulating her on this well-deserved appointment! #MarchofDimes #Leadership #CEO Read the full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/gHJ8Ukqw

We are one month away from the Federal March for Change in Washington, DC on March 5-6, 2025! During the Federal March for Change Advocacy Summit, March of Dimes advocates from across the country will hold in-person meetings with their members of Congress and their staff to raise awareness about challenges families face today and advocate for critical maternal and infant health legislation. Join us to help protect our nations moms and babies and help to ensure a healthier future for all, https://lnkd.in/g6SUbisG

You hear all about folic acid during pregnancy, and we're sure you've googled it a time or two. In our latest News Moms Need Blog we're covering all things folic acid and the importance of it during pregnancy. Taking folic acid throughout pregnancy can help prevent serious conditions called neural tube defects, such as spina bifida and anencephaly, which affect the brain and spine. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gtPa3ZZX #BirthDefects

We would like to thank Jim Burgess for his hard work and dedication as Chair for Western & Central PA March for Babies! Jim is currently the Senior VP Operations at Highmark Wholecare. Jim cares deeply about the maternal health crisis in our country so getting involved with March for Babies was the perfect opportunity to come together and help create change for all moms and babies. “The rise in pregnancy-related deaths and preventable complications is a crisis we can’t ignore. “Jim said. “At Highmark Wholecare, we are passionate about building healthier communities, and March for Babies gives all of us the chance to make a real difference for moms and babies. Together, we can create a brighter, healthier future.” he added. Jim encourages all in the Pittsburgh community to show their support and join him at the Western & Central March for Babies on April 27, 2025. “A top tip for getting involved is simple: just take the first step. Whether it’s starting a team, joining an event, or volunteering your time, every effort makes a meaningful impact for moms and babies in need. “John said. When you March for Babies, you make a statement about the world you want to live in - one in which healthy moms and strong babies are a priority for us all. To learn more about March for Babies and to register your team please visit, https://lnkd.in/g3Yi2rVq

Maternal deaths declined by 17% in 2023—but we’re still in a crisis. The U.S. remains the most dangerous high-income country to give birth, and Black & AI/AN moms continue to face devastating disparities. This is unacceptable. Read the full statement from our Interim Chief Medical Officer Dr. Amanda Williams https://lnkd.in/gj9TMys8

Supporting families throughout their NICU experience is why we #MarchForBabies. Georgia says, it's "a feeling I will never forget. After spending the first 45 days of Adele’s life in the NICU we finally got to bring her home," she shares. "Nothing prepares you for a NICU stay. Mamas you are strong." Thank you Georgia for sharing your experience. When it comes to giving families the best possible start, we all have the power to help. March of Dimes is dedicated to bringing people together to tackle America's maternal and infant health crisis—one person, one community, and one step at a time. More than a series of walks, March for Babies is an annual tradition that supports moms and babies all day every day—and every step of the way. March for Babies connects you with friends, families, and coworkers united to improve the health of moms and babies in your community and across the country. Because together with March of Dimes, each step forward leads to a healthy future for us all. Every step counts. Sign up at marchforbabies.org #MarchForBabies 🎬 @sahm.georgia on TikTok

Jeffrey Goonan, March of Dimes Social Media Manager, is back for Part 3 of Tiny Mic Interviews! In this edition, we ask if our team members could shadow any other team or team member at March of Dimes for a day, who would it be? Shout out to our Tiny Mic interviewees: 💜Chasmine F. (Chas), Evaluation Manager, Mission Programs 💜Sarah Smith, Director, Communications 💜Kara Gilardi, Associate Vice President, March of Dimes NICU Family Support 💜Erin Jones, Regional Director, Advocacy and Government Affairs And, congrats, to those highlighted: 💜Stacey Brayboy, Office of Government Affairs 💜NICU Family Support® program coordinators across the country 💜Tina Cavucci, Sr. Executive Director, Market Impact, Greater DC Region #marchofdimes #teambuilding #nonprofit #charity

Yesterday, March of Dimes advocates, staff, and partners gathered in Richmond for our 2025 Virginia Advocacy Day as part of our nationwide March for Change effort. With 34 dedicated advocates, we convened 16 meetings with legislators to advance critical maternal and infant health policies in the Commonwealth. We were honored to meet with key leaders, including Speaker of the House of Delegates Don Scott, Delegate Candi Mundon King, Delegate Marty Martinez, and Senator Aaron Rouse, to discuss pressing issues such as modernizing midwifery care, expanding access to at-home blood pressure monitoring, and paid family and medical leave. Our advocates’ efforts were recognized in both the House of Delegates and Senate Chambers, underscoring the importance of maternal and infant health in this legislative session. With the Virginia General Assembly considering key reforms, March of Dimes will continue to advocate for policies that support healthy moms and strong babies. Join us in this fight. Find a March for Change event near you: https://lnkd.in/g6SUbisG

The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine winners, Dr. Victor Ambros and Dr. Gary Ruvkun, sit down for a rare, in-depth joint interview. They discuss the journey that led to their groundbreaking discovery of miRNA in a roundworm, Dr. Ruvkun’s later identification of miRNA in humans, and how their early fascination with astronomy shaped their scientific paths. The conversation also touches on what Dr. Ambros’ late father might have said about his son’s Nobel win and a decades-old story from Dr. Ruvkun about an unforgettable trip to Bolivia. #marchofdimes #scientists #scienceresearch #sciencefunding #scientificdiscovery #marchofdimesresearch

It’s #WalkWednesday 🎉and you know what that means? We want to see how you’re walking and fundraising for #MarchForBabies! Whether you’re wearing purple at home, or at a March for Babies event near you – you can make every step count and celebrate #WalkWednesday with us! Tag @marchofdimes #MarchForBabies and #WalkWednesday in your post for a chance to be featured. Today, we celebrate Team Robert's Crew who is one of the Top Family Teams for the Greater Arizona March for Babies! Robert was born at 25 weeks and 5 days weighing 1 pound 10 ounces. Robert spent 129 days in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). He is his mom's "tough little man" and has overcome so much over the years and defied many odds, including heart surgery, multiple blood transfusions, intubation for 57 days and additional oxygen support. Today, Robert is one happy 5-year-old who loves trains, drawing and building things and walking in March for Babies! March for Babies connects you with friends, families, and coworkers united to improve the health of moms and babies in your community and across the country. Because together with March of Dimes, each step forward leads to a healthy future for us all. Every step counts.💜 Sign up at marchforbabies.org #MarchForBabies