Maternal Health Education – Practical guidance on prenatal care, pregnancy wellness, and childbirth preparation to support a healthy pregnancy and safe delivery.
Lactation Awareness – Expert-led sessions on breastfeeding techniques, its benefits, and access to ongoing support resources.
Doula Services – Information on how doulas provide emotional and physical support during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum recovery.
Infant Safe Sleep Practices – Education on creating a safe sleep environment to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
Daycare Education – Resources and insights into daycare options, helping mothers plan for their child’s early care needs.
Community Resources – Connections to local organizations that offer long-term parenting, healthcare, and financial support.
This workshop not only provides young mothers with essential baby supplies but also equips them with the knowledge, confidence, and resources they need to navigate parenthood successfully.
How to Contribute
We invite community partners, organizations, and individuals to support this initiative by donating, and providing baby supplies. Your contributions will help ensure that every mother who attends receives the care, education, and resources necessary to give her baby a strong and healthy start.
Funding Request: $35,000 to Support Three Annual Events
The MACK Youth Foundation is seeking a $35,000 donation to sustain the Community Baby Shower Workshop, which is held three times a year to assist underserved pregnant teens and low-income young mothers. Many expectant mothers in our community lack access to essential baby supplies, prenatal education, and maternal healthcare resources, making this program an urgent and necessary service.
Each workshop provides participants with critical baby items, including diapers, wipes, formula, car seats, playpens, and clothing, along with educational sessions on maternal health, lactation, doula services, and safe sleep practices. These resources are essential in ensuring healthy pregnancies, reducing infant mortality, and preparing mothers for parenthood.
With each event serving 50+ mothers, the total annual impact reaches 150+ families, making it crucial to secure sufficient funding. The requested $35,000 will cover venue costs, educational materials, facilitators, baby supplies, outreach efforts, and administrative support for all three workshops. By investing in this initiative, donors will help build stronger families and a more resilient community.
Your generosity ensures that no mother is left without the support she needs. Together, we can make a lasting difference in the lives of these young women and their children.
For more information or to make a contribution, please contact:
Petrina Edmondson, Executive Director/Founder
248.266.5706 | pedmondson@mackyouthfoundation.org
Together, we can create a foundation of support, care, and empowerment for these young mothers and their babies.