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One in eight babies is born before he is ready, putting him at risk for health problems.
Team Youth leaders
- We have volunteer opportunities for students and advisors of all ages.
- Youth can get involved in awareness, fundraising and advocacy.
- Team Youth includes all volunteers from elementary to college.
Most common questions
What does the March of Dimes offer youth?
Enriching and enduring lifelong experiences through opportunities to:- Build leadership skills
- Network among like-minded student leaders nationwide
- Give back to communities and make a difference locally
- Become involved in meaningful civic engagement, including advocating for local and national policies
- Be educated about a healthy lifestyle today and in the future
- Earn community service credits and enhance resume
- Develop public speaking skills while building character and self-confidence
Do you have lesson plans and curriculum for students?
For the middle school and early high school audience, check out our Teen-2-Teen program. This three part video series, along with a full curriculum, allows teachers, high school students and other community leaders to share healthy lifestyles information with middle school students and 9th graders.Who is part of March of Dimes Team Youth?
- One million youths nationwide are supporting the March of Dimes mission, and all of these volunteers fall under our umbrella term "Team Youth."
- From elementary school to college, students and teachers/advisers have joined together to reach the day when every baby is born healthy.
- We have many national service partners and youth organizations who have partnered with the March of Dimes.
- By volunteering for the March of Dimes, you are a part of Team Youth!
How can I get involved?
- Contact your local March of Dimes office and find out if they have any current programs for students.
- Join March for Babies by visiting www.marchforbabies.org - start a new team for your school, campus or club! Or simply ask a few friends to join in your walk for healthy babies.
- Use the resources on this site to plan your own fundraiser or awareness event, and contact teamyouth@marchofdimes.com if you need any help!
