March of Dimes

The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, a philanthropic nonprofit institution, was established in 1934 by Alfred Pritchard Sloan, Jr., then President and Chief Executive Officer of the General Motors Corporation. The Foundation's programs and interests fall into areas such as science and technology, standard of living and economic performance, education and careers in science and technology, selected national issues and the civic program. Each program is assigned a program director. The total assets of the Sloan Foundation have a market value of about $1.5 billion. Historically, officer grants have ranged from $500 to $45,000 (the maximum allowed), with very few toward the upper end of the range.

Founded in 1938, The March of Dimes is a nonprofit organization that handles cases related to pregnancy and baby health. The organization helps to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. It conducts researches in various fields, including biochemistry, microbiology, developmental biology, genetics and pediatrics. The March of Dimes also supports neonatal intensive care units designed to treat sick babies. The organization offers various drug treatments to replace surgery for babies with a common heart defects. It offers folic acid education and food fortification solutions to prevent neural tube defects. The March of Dimes has been hosting March for Babies, formerly known as WalkAmerica, annually since 1970.