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The mission of the March of Dimes is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality.
Community Programs

Preparing for Disaster
The needs of pregnant women and families caring for a newborn during a disaster are unique.  Learn more about the special things to consider and the steps you can take to prepare.





Chapter Grants Program
Applications for 2009 Community Service Grants are now closed.  If you submitted a concept paper, you will be notified of the results of the review process on 16th June, 2008





2007 Chapter Grants
In 2007, the California Chapter awarded over $600,000 to communities throughout the state.





2007 Community Awards





2006 Chapter Grants
In 2006, the California Chapter awarded over $607,000 to communities throughout the state.





California Preconception Care Initiative
Recognizing that 60% of pregnancies in CA are unintended, this project, made possible through a grant from March of Dimes to Sutter Medical Center, identifies ways to bring preconception care and counseling into existing health care delivery systems.





Comenzando Bien
Comenzando bien is the March of Dimes prenatal education program for Hispanic women. It was developed in partnership with the National Alliance for Hispanic Health and is culturally and linguistically appropriate for Hispanic women.



Project Alpha
This collaborative project of the March of Dimes and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. provides young males with education, motivation and skill-building on issues of responsibility, relationships, teen pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases.



Stork's Nest
Stork’s Nest is a cooperative project of the March of Dimes and the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. that provides prenatal education and incentives for low-income pregnant women.  The California Chapter has over 20 incentive programs.



Chain Reaction/Collegiate Council
These leadership programs provide teens and college students with a meaningful learning experience.  If you would like more information about these programs contact our office  at 1-888-4BABIES or by e-mail





If You Would Like Additional Information About Any of Our Programs or Starting A Program
contact us by calling (888) 4-BABIES or send an e-mail to our office.


Professional Programs

2009 Orange County Professional Education Conference
January 26-27, 2009
Newport Beach, CA
Please click here for more information on this conference.


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