Tiny Warriors:Lifesaving Kits for Premature Babies

by Equitable Medicaid and Clinical Research Ltd/Gte
Tiny Warriors:Lifesaving Kits for Premature Babies

Summary

On World Prematurity Day, November 15, our NGO will visit hospitals to support families with babies in neonatal intensive care units. Every two seconds, a baby is born too soon, and prematurity is the leading cause of death among children under five, claiming over 1 million lives yearly. We will provide Tiny Warrior Lifesaving Kits, offer financial assistance to parents, and support hospitals with essential equipment to help premature babies survive and see the light of day.

$4,850
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$4,825
remaining
2
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0
monthly donors
4
months

Challenge

Premature birth affects over 15 million families each year, leaving parents facing fear, emotional distress, and overwhelming medical costs. Many hospitals lack adequate equipment, while families struggle to afford essential care items. Prematurity remains the leading cause of death in children under five, especially in low-resource settings. Without timely support, many premature babies face complications such as breathing failure, infection, and hypothermia, leading to preventable deaths.

Solution

This project delivers direct support inside hospitals where premature babies are receiving care. We will provide Tiny Warrior Lifesaving Kits containing essential warmth, hygiene, and feeding items, while offering financial assistance to ease parents' medical burden. We will also support under-resourced hospitals with critical neonatal care equipment. By addressing both medical and family needs, the project improves survival chances and reduces stress during this critical period.

Long-Term Impact

Early support for premature babies improves survival rates and reduces long-term health complications. Families who receive assistance are better able to continue care after discharge, leading to healthier development. Strengthening hospital capacity improves neonatal outcomes beyond this single day. This project will contributes to reduced infant mortality, stronger neonatal care systems, and communities better equipped to support their most vulnerable newborns from the very start of life

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Organization Information

Equitable Medicaid and Clinical Research Ltd/Gte

Location: Abuja, AMAC - Nigeria
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Project Leader:
Joy Ojochogwu Etubi
Abuja , AMAC Nigeria
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