Event:	Boston March for Babies Share
Location:	DCR Hatch Shell 1 David G Mugar Way, Boston, MA 02114
Date:	May 10th 2014, 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
Staff:	Manager: Barbara S
RSVP:	This event has already occurred

Event Description:

The Boston March for Babies is a fundraising walk event used to raise money for the March of Dimes. Proceeds help fund research to prevent premature births, birth defects and infant mortality.

The walk starts with opening ceremonies, activities, the walk, followed by food and water.

What we'll be doing:

Volunteers will be at the event registration table and will help to facilitate the registration of participants who have and have not registered online. Volunteers will greet participants.

What you should know:

There is NO parking on Storrow Drive. Parking can be found at the Boston Common Parking Garage or various other spots around the city.

Where to Meet:

Please meet Kimberley at the registration table.

March of Dimes:

Its original mission accomplished (fighting polio), the foundation turned its focus to preventing birth defects and infant mortality. The March of Dimes has led the way to discover the genetic causes of birth defects, to promote newborn screening, and to educate medical professionals and the public about best practices for healthy pregnancy. We have supported research for surfactant therapy to treat respiratory distress and helped initiate the system of regional neonatal intensive care for premature and sick babies. Our recent Folic Acid Campaign achieved a dramatic reduction in the incidence of neural tube defects, birth defects of the brain and spine.