Imagine a room full of balloons, a tiny cake, and the laughter of a baby celebrating their very first birthday. For too many Black families, this moment never happens.

In the United States, Black infants are more than twice as likely to die before their first birthday compared to white infants. Here in New Jersey, the disparity is even greater — Black babies are 3–4 times more likely not to reach this milestone.

At PHEI, we believe every baby deserves the chance to celebrate life. That’s why we launched the “Our Babies Deserve Cake” campaign — to raise awareness, fund lifesaving programs, and empower families with the care and resources they need.

By joining this campaign, you can:

Raise your voice — share stories and spread awareness.
Support families — your donation funds community health workers, breastfeeding support, and parent education.
Celebrate life — help ensure more Black babies reach their first birthday.

Together, we can turn heartbreak into hope. Every gift helps bring joy, support, and life-saving resources to families who need it most. Join us, and help make sure every Black baby has a birthday worth celebrating.

🎂 Our Babies Deserve Cake

Celebrating Every Black Baby’s First Birthday — Together, We Can Make It Possible

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