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Join our Rise with the Wings of Generosity tier and help lift families in need through your kindness. With a gift of $500 or more, you or your company may be recognized on our website in appreciation of your generous support. Every gift—big or small—helps us carry Dax’s legacy forward and create sparks of joy for families when they need them most.

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.

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