Fairfield, CT – Team Woofgang & Co., a nonprofit organization that creates and sells all-natural gourmet dog treats as a means of hands-on vocational training for young adults with disabilities, is teaming up with March of Dimes to fight for the health of all moms and babies with a month-long nationwide in-store and online fundraising campaign. Team Woofgang & Co. founder, Kris Burbank, and her son, Andrew, are longtime March of Dimes supporters and have participated in March for Babies for over 10 years. It was through the Burbanks’ years of support and dedication to both organizations that this fundraising partnership came together. Beginning September 1, in-store guests may purchase a March of Dimes paper cut out for $1, $5, or $10, which will be displayed in the store. Team Woofgang & Co., will be selling March of Dimes branded mugs filled with Team Woofgang & Co.’s signature organic dog treats for only $20. The Team Woofgang & Co. online shop (woofgangco.org/shop.html) will also feature the mug and treat package, making it available for shipment anywhere in the US as well as curbside pick-up.
The United States is in the midst of a maternal and child health crisis with more than 380,000 babies born prematurely each year, as well as more than 50,000 women experiencing life-threatening complications as a result of pregnancy and childbirth. March of Dimes is working in communities across the country to reduce the rising rates of premature birth, as well as maternal mortality and morbidity. The organization supports women before, during, and after pregnancy to ensure all moms and babies are healthy.
“We’re grateful to Team Woofgang & Co. for supporting the work of March of Dimes this September,” said Jill Haymes, Development Manager for March of Dimes Connecticut. “This campaign will go a long way to help us improve birth outcomes and pave a healthier future for moms and babies.”
“Each year, about 1 in 10 babies in the United States are born prematurely. Premature birth can lead to long-term health problems and disabilities for these children. Knowing this, there’s a natural and important alignment in the work of both of our organizations. We’re proud to support March of Dimes and bring awareness of their vital programs to our local community,” said Erika Eng, Executive Director for Team Woofgang & Co.
March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. We support research, lead programs and provide education and advocacy so that every baby can have the best possible start. Building on a successful 80-year legacy of impact and innovation, we empower every mom and every family. Visit marchofdimes.org or nacersano.org for more information. Visit shareyourstory.org for comfort and support. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram and Twitter.
About Team Woofgang & Co.
Team Woofgang & Co. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization driven to help young people with disabilities by creating ways to adapt vocational skills to the individual, while providing high-quality pet treats and handcrafted novelty items with passion and purpose. Visit woogangco.org for more information, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for up-to-date news and information.
**Fundraiser valid through 9/30/20 at Team Woofgang & Co.’s retail location, 1300 Post Road in Fairfield, CT, and online.