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Get Involved<\/h1>\n

Whether you are a community leader, a faith-based organization, a researcher, an advocate, or any individual willing to help and interested in the wellbeing of Kalamazoo residents, we invite you to join our efforts!<\/p>\n

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Help Spread the Word<\/h3>\n

Raise awareness of infant mortality and Cradle Kalamazoo’s efforts to reduce racial disparities. Tell your friends, neighbors, colleagues and extended family. Remind every expectant\/new mother you meet about the ABCs of safe sleep<\/a>. Babies sleep: ALONE, on their BACK, in their CRIB located in their parents’ bedroom, with NO BLANKET, NO BUMPER PADS, and NO FLUFF or STUFF.<\/p>\n

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Cradle Kalamazoo Champion<\/h3>\n

If you are in a leadership position and your organization is interested in getting involved with Cradle Kalamazoo, join our Steering Committee. If you are a community member, bring the community’s voice to our efforts. Join a committee or team.<\/p>\n

Baby Shower Host<\/h3>\n

Your faith based organization, company, book club etc., can host a baby shower<\/strong> for new and expectant parents.\u00a0Cradle Kalamazoo will provide technical assistance, education, games, and logistical support.<\/p>\n

Stay Informed<\/h3>\n

Receive up to date information about our efforts and activities through our newsletter and calendar of events<\/p>\n

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Donate Supplies<\/h2>\n

Cradle Kalamazoo partners\u00a0provide personal care, daily\u00a0living, and food products for their clients.<\/p>\n

We distribute\u00a0donations based on program need to our various community partners<\/a>. All excess goods may be distributed to other charities as needed. Cradle Kalamazoo is unable to accept used stuffed animals and opened\/used food or personal items (shampoo, body wash, lotion, etc.).\u00a0We do\u00a0not accept violent, racist, and\/or sexist items.<\/p>\n

Critically Needed Items<\/h3>\n