We’re running to save babies lives.

 

First Candle is proud to be an official charity partner of the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon.

Every mile we run represents a baby who should have had a lifetime.

Each year in the U.S., more than 3,700 babies die from Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID) —  Many of these deaths are preventable through life-saving safe sleep education and community support.

Through our Let’s Talk Community Chats, we bring trusted, culturally responsive education directly into communities — providing safe sleep guidance, breastfeeding support, and essential items like portable cribs and diapers.

For grieving families, we offer a 24-hour grief line, online support groups, and peer support — because no parent should walk this journey alone.

Our mission is simple: Save babies. Support families.

Run with us. Give with purpose. Help us turn miles into life-saving impact.