Give A Little Bit
Unless this is your first time to my little blog, you all know that my daughter Madeline was born almost three months premature. And unless you just arrived on the Planet Earth, you know being that early isn’t good. Things were very grim at first – we were told many times she would die. Thankfully, she survived, thanks in large part to research funded by the March of Dimes.
The March of Dimes focuses on improving the health of premature babies, and thanks in part to their efforts babies like Maddie have a far greater chance of survival than they did just a few short years ago. There is still a lot that can be done, however, to give every premature baby a fighting chance to survive.
Mike and I are indebted to the March of Dimes, and have committed to do our part to help. The March of Dimes’ biggest event is March for Babies. We are very excited to again be a part of the March on April 25th in Los Angeles.
Alright. Let’s get to the meat of it.
I know times are hard right now, and I feel a bit icky soliciting donations when I know how important every dollar is. I wouldn’t do it if I didn’t think it was important. But every dollar helps, even if that’s all you have to spare. The good news? Your donation is tax deductible. The better news? Your donation enters you to win one of two awesome prizes I am giving away – an amazing Kodak ESP 5 All-In-One Printer or an awesome Kodak Easyshare 340 Digital Camera, thanks to the incredible people at Kodak and ScanMyPhotos.com. By giving a little bit, you get to feel great about helping babies and you could walk away with a sweet prize.
Basically, you’re buying virtual raffle tickets. For every dollar you donate, you get a raffle ticket. Donate one dollar? Get one raffle ticket. Donate twenty five dollars? You get twenty five raffle tickets. It’s the kind of math even I can do! To enter the contest, donate by following the link below, then leave me a comment telling me you donated.
If you can’t donate money, you can donate your social media. You can twitter this link, put it in your facebook status, stumble & positively review the post, link to it – whatever it takes to get the word out. Like last year, I am taking my ad revenue from now until the walk, matching it, and donating it to the March of Dimes – so the more people that see this post, the more money goes to babies in need. If you donate AND pass on the link in some way, you’ll get a another entry to win (just leave a comment describing how you passed on the link!).
The contest is open until February 28th at 11:59pm. The winner will be announced on March 1st, so do what you need to do before then! Hopefully I’ll have another contest with more cool prizes after that (do you hear that, PR Types with Cool Prizes?!).
If you’re an LA Peep and would like to walk with our team, March For Maddie, just click on the “Walk With Me” link on my March For Babies page. Walking is free and a great way to support us and the March of Dimes. I am on the Los Angeles Family Teams committee, so it would mean SO MUCH to me to have a big team marching in my daughter’s name – and she’ll be there, too!
No matter what, Mike and I very much appreciate the love and support you’ve all given us over the last two years. We hope you know we never could have made it through without all of you standing behind us.
To donate or join, please go to http://www.marchforbabies.com/marchformaddie
Have questions? Fire away.
In case you need a visual…
Please help.
Hi There! The raffle is now closed, but I sincerely hope that you will still donate. Everyone who donates will get a small thank you from Maddie herself!
Amy in OHio says:
I heart swells when I see Maddie and swells even more to know such an amazing Mom like you. Payday is tomorrow (BLissdom tapped my reserves) and I’ll hit the website first thing.
I’ll spread this puppy around like peanut butter in the meantime.
Jen says:
Money may be tight but never to tight to give to a deserving cost. I hope my little bit helps!
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pgoodness says:
DONE!! With pleasure
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perksofbeingme says:
Done! Glad to help out!
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Amanda says:
I’m in LB and I just registered to be apart of your team. I’m so excited! April 25th will be my daughters six month birthday and I’m stoked to be spending it participating in such a great cause!
Andrea's Sweet Life says:
Aw, budget-smudget. I’ll happily go without pizza to help Maddie’s favorite cause!
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Lisa says:
Happily made a donation. I’ve had several friends who had babies very early or with special needs. Through their experiences I know how much March of Dimes does for those little ones and their families. You just can’t beat the feeling of donating to such an amazing cause.
I’ll be sure to link you guys up on my website too. I’ll send you the link when post.
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Domestic Extraordinaire says:
My sister and I do a Easter breakfast here for March of Dimes and it is always very successful, so happy I could help out some more!
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PsychMamma says:
Done! March of Dimes is an organization close to our heart since J was born with a birth defect. Their work and research is so, SO important. After 3 months in the NICU, we saw firsthand how big the need is for more research and work toward prevention. Thanks for doing such a great thing. Maddie is adorable. Love that smile!
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Melanie @ Mel, A Dramatic Mommy says:
I’m sorry we didn’t get a chance to talk more at the event. I’ll be linking to this post in my recap and will mention your giveaway!
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Anissa@hope4peyton says:
Please don’t think I’m yanking your idea when I do a raffle on my site too
But you know I’m gonna give to Maddie’s charity, no way no how could I NOT!
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Maura says:
Happy to contribute. Now off to spread the word.
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Maura says:
Also tweeted http://twitter.com/mobu67/status/1205000056
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moosh in indy. says:
Done. I’m also going to try and set up an Indy walk for that little kid.
HOOSIER FAVORITE PREEMIE? MADDIE!
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Adriennevh says:
I gots no money but I gots me some big ol feet!
I am signed up to walk and hopefully will recruit others as well!
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dysfunctional mom says:
Go March of Dimes! I got ambitious this year and talked everyone in my unit at work into starting a team and walking. I’m the chairperson. Today we’re having a used book sale to make money. Everyone’s getting really excited and I think we’ll do well! My hubby and I walk in memory of his firstborn son, a preemie who didn’t survive. The story is on my blog.
Good luck fundraising!!
xoxo
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JustShireen says:
Done and done!
JustShireen says:
Oops…here’s the link.
http://twitter.com/JustShireen/status/1206301257
Marcia says:
This will be my 20th year doing the walk for the March of Dimes. It’s one of three organizations that I feel super-strong about supporting. I’ll dedicate my walk this year to Maddie & will happily make a donation to support your team as well!
sam {temptingmama} says:
Done! I love you all!
I added Maddie’s badge to my site as well.
Sending LOTS of love your way!
xox
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Renee / But Why Mommy says:
Glad to help out.
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Denise says:
I don’t know you, but I know you have the cutest kid I have ever seen. She seems like the perfect reason to donate to such a good cause.
Mom24@4evermom says:
I’m sorry I couldn’t do more, but hopefully every little bit helps.
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patois says:
This is fabulous. I will definitely get the word out and donate what I can.
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Lisa says:
Alright Heather, you and Maddie are all linked up over at Let’s Talk Babies. I hope a few of my readers stop on by and make a donation. Best of luck in reaching your goal.
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DesignHER Momma says:
just deposited a little love in that bank!
Kristabella says:
Done! I wish I could have given more and that I lived in LA and could walk with you guys!
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Backpacking Dad says:
Couldn’t sleep. So I clicked a button and now I can’t afford cigarettes. I blame you. Lucky for you I quit smoking years ago. But still, I liked knowing I could just up and buy a pack if I wanted to.
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catnip says:
Done – under my real name, Annette.
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Ree says:
I’ve linked to you during my Sharing Saturday post that is going up in the next few minutes. Best wishes… and yes, you’ll be seeing a donation in my name as well.
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Rhi says:
I just donated – I don’t need a printer (I illegally print for free at work, duh), so in the event I win, I think I’ll donate to a school/non profit in my area.
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fidget says:
I donated. I hope you have perfect walking weather.
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Dana says:
I just completed my donation! Good luck on the march!
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Mike Tables says:
Can we get a final update on the march for babies?
Thanks Mike T.
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