Breath of Hope, Inc. has increased awareness of the congenital diaphragmatic hernia birth defect. We proclaimed March 31st as Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Awareness Day^®. We gave parents and survivors of this birth defect a platform to share their story and educate the public. Through our campaign we have educated the governors of 33 states, several mayors and council members about the congenital diaphragmatic hernia birth defect. Breath of Hope, Inc. is committed to educating the public and spreading awareness about this often fatal birth defect.

If you believe in our Mission, please join us.

If you would like to help us in the effort for March 31 to be Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Awareness Day in your city, town or state – we can provide you with the sample letter and sample Proclamation.  In the letter you can include your story of how you have or your family has been affected by the congenital diaphragmatic hernia birth defect.

When you receive the Proclamation(s), all we ask is if you will let us know and send us a picture or a scan of the document.  You keep the document or have it framed and give it to someone or a hospital in your area – it is yours because you made the effort to write the letter and make the difference.

What can you do for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Awareness Day on March 31, 2010?  You could have a casual day at your workplace, hold a walk or run, have a candlelight ceremony, encourage everyone to wear turquoise to make a visual impact of those who are aware.  You could have a book drive, you could have a hula hoop marathon, dance marathon, and the sky is the limit!  You could just simply wear turquoise for the day too!  Every effort, small or big is an effort!

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