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Join our Rise with the Wings of Generosity tier and help lift families in need through your kindness. Every gift—large or small—makes a real difference and is deeply appreciated. With a donation of $500 or more, your name or company can be proudly recognized on our website in appreciation of your generous contribution.
The U.S. healthcare system is notoriously complex. Your contribution will help provide relief to many families trying to navigate it.
Roughly 10-15% of newborns require care in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) after birth.
Approximately 1 in 10 newborns (about 10%) are born with a rare disease.
An estimated 10–20% of NICU stays involve a rare disease.
Genetic and congenital anomalies account for 20–30% of NICU admissions.
In the United States, an estimated 1.1 million parents are actively raising and caring for a medically complex child.
Over 50% of families with children who have special needs or rare disorders are unaware of all the benefits and services their child is eligible for.
