Our vision:
Devoted
to the future every preterm baby deserves.
“The only fitting legacy for our daughter - who was destined for a bold, beautiful and meaningful life- is one that impacts all families into the future.”
The Iris Fund works to understand what causes labor in a full-term pregnancy so that we can eventually stop labor from starting early - preventing preterm birth. Every year, at least 15 million babies are born prematurely. In the United States alone, 400,000- roughly the population of Tuscon, AZ- are born before their due date. The price tag in the U.S. is $30 Billion. The cost to families like mine is much higher. We live in a world where rare diseases are being cured but we can't tell any pregnant family what causes even normal labor.
Results at a Glance
Basic and critical research advanced and key findings published.
Community engaged and expanded to over 3,000 supporters across 35 states and 8 countries.
Raised over $1,000,000 since inception.
New! Read our 2023 Impact Report by clicking here
News and Noteworthy
The Stillbirth Tax Credit has passed in CT. This legislation establishes a credit for the birth of a stillborn child. Eligible taxpayers may claim a credit of $2,500 against their Connecticut income tax liability (link below). Follow the instructions on Schedule CT-IT, Income Tax Credit Summary, to apply the credit to your upcoming income tax return.
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Join this growing community committed to taking care of mothers and helping babies!
Thanks to our amazing community, we have raised over $800,000 from more than 2,000 supporters in 35 states and eight countries. We have received annual and multi-year commitments from a diverse and expanding network including private individuals, family foundations and corporate partners. As we look forward, we will continue to provide catalytic funding today while building the infrastructure to deliver $5-10 million over the coming years.
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We’re thrilled to announce our 2024 Berlin and NYC Marathon teams are sold out! It’s not too late to join us for the Ridgefield Half Marathon and Seven Mile race on October 20, 2024, and watch this space for our 2025 endurance race information- coming soon!
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The Iris Fund is a 501(c)(3) organization. As such, gifts are tax-deductible to the full extent allowable under IRS regulations. All contributions will be put to immediate use.