Team Youth Volunteer Opportunities
The March of Dimes has always placed a high value on volunteers. It’s long history of recruiting young volunteers for leadership roles dates back to 1955. At that time the first March of Dimes youth program began and student leaders came together to educate their peers about the importance of receiving the polio vaccine. This effort paved the way for establishing a nationwide network of young volunteers and developed in a blue print for today’s Team Youth program. Team Youth brings together nearly one million students and advisors working toward a common goal - giving every baby a healthy start in life.
Become a member of March of Dimes Team Youth!
Each monthly issue of our e-newsletter, Youth Times, contains important information about what students and teachers are doing to help save babies, and how you can get involved. We also let you know of opportunities for contests, awards, and recognition.
Kelly Clarkson - Team Youth Celebrity Ambassador
Kelly Clarkson had her life transformed when, in September of 2002, the American viewing public voted her the winner of the first season of American Idol. For Kelly, her new celebrity status is not all about fame and fortune; it's also about giving. Kelly has signed on as Team Youth's first celebrity ambassador to help raise awareness and encourage young people to get involved with the March of Dimes.
Click here to support Kelly's efforts to make a difference!
Get Involved!
Become a youth volunteer. Team Youth involves high school students in our Chain Reaction programs and college students in our Collegiate Council Nationally, volunteers join our National Youth Council. To find out how to join Team Youth contact your local chapter.
Why Volunteer for the March of Dimes?
Every day more than 1,300 babies born in the U.S. are born too soon. Premature birth can happen to any pregnant woman, and often no one knows why. It is a serious, problem-it is the leading cause of newborn death and many disabilities. It is a common problem, 1 in 8 babies is born prematurly. And it is a costly problem- the March of Dimes is leading the campaign to reduce premature birth by supporting vital research and educating the public and health care providers.
Make the Call to Fight Premature Birth
Donate your old cell-phones. It’s the fun, new and EASY program that will raise money and awareness for the March of Dimes mission! PLUS—you’ll be helping to prevent pollutants found in old cell phones from ending up in landfills!
Another Way to Help
Since its beginning, the March of Dimes has depended on the generosity of people like you to carry out its mission of preventing birth defects and infant mortality. Volunteers have always been the driving force behind the foundation, giving generously of their time and talent to serve in a variety of ways including participation in out annual WalkAmerica fundraising drive.
March of Dimes Team Youth Club and Organizational Partners
Team Youth has a strong partnership with seven national and international student organizations. Together, these organizations make up the largest group of our students and volunteers, with nearly 800,000 active members.
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