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Ways to Get Involoved

  • Kids Helping Kids
    Get your school and peers involved in helping thousands of children have a brighter future. Plan a fundraising event, hold a clothing drive, or write letters to your legislators. View our Kids Helping Kids packet.
  • Community Planned Events
    Bring your neighbors, co-workers, and friends together to plan an event or fundraising idea for St. Mary’s kids. Hold a carnival, throw a party, or just advocate for children with special needs.
  • Join our efforts to promote 1 in 5 kids
    St. Mary’s will host a year long program of events, activites and promotional efforts in support of the 1 in 5 kids campaign. View our calendar of events and learn how you can become a voice for “1 in 5 Kids“

Did You Know?

  • 1 out of every 5 kids in the US has a special healthcare need.
  • More than 504,000 babies in the U.S. are born preterm each year. Babies who survive early birth face the risk of life-long health challenges.
  • 35,000 children under the age of 3 in New York receive Early Intervention services for developmental delays.