MARCH OF DIMES BIRTH DEFECT FOUNDATION
519 Reading Avenue
West Reading, PA 19611
Phone: (610)375-4200 Fax: (610)375-3992
Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday
Agency Information: Founded in 1938 by President Roosevelt. The March of Dimes is a national leader and advocate for maternal and child health. The March of Dimes funded the work of Dr. Jonas Salk to develop the polio vaccine and continues to fight to save babies: lives from birth defects, low birth weight and infant mortality. In January 2003, the March of Dimes launched a national Prematurity Campaign ...a 5-year, $75 million dollar research, awareness and education initiative to help American families have healthier babies.
Programs: Advocacy Services
Education Services
Information and Referral
Pregnancy/Prenatal Care Information
Health Education/Health Fairs
Fundraising
Disease/Disability Prevention
Eligibility Criteria: None
Accessibility: Ground level
Languages Spoken: English and Spanish
Key Personnel: Kellie Butsack - Director
Mission: The mission of the March of Dimes is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects and infant mortality. The March of Dimes carries out its mission through the Campaign for Healthier Babies, a program of community services, advocacy, research and education.
Agency Affiliations: March of Dimes
Special Projects and Fundraisers: Walk America
Blue Jeans for Babies
Gourmet Chef s Auction
Beautiful Baby Contest
Ride and Fiery Foods Festival
Gring's Mill Run
Rubber Duck Rega ta
Other Locations: March of Dimes Website