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... and save the life of a baby like Hughie

Your donations will help fund urgently needed neonatal equipment that saves the lives of sick and premature babies like Hughie.

Born at just 23 weeks and weighing 680g, Hughie spent his first five months in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at the Royal Hospital for Women Sydney. State-of-the-art equipment donated by Running for Premature Babies, including a specialised ventilator, saved his life.

After five months in hospital, Hughie finally made it home to Nyngan, NSW. Now 20 months old, he is a happy and chatty little person who loves playing with his big brother, helping Dad on the farm, and playing outside.

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Could help provide a life-saving resuscitation cot for babies born in distress and needing assistance to breathe.
$525
Could help provide a state-of-the-art neonatal ventilator for babies born with underdeveloped lungs, weighing as little as 500g
$1,029
Could help provide a high-tech integrated monitoring system for critically ill babies in the highest level of Neonatal Intensive Care, ensuring babies are constantly monitored for body temperature, body movement and heart rate
$5,112
Could help provide an ultra-blender for a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This machine improves the accuracy in delivering the optimal amount of oxygen for babies as sub-optimal amounts can affect a baby's eye or brain development.
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“Hughie is the absolute best, we all completely adore him & feel so lucky he is ours. We are very aware that without the equipment donated by Running for Premature Babies, our Hughie wouldn’t be with us today. Not a day goes by where we don’t feel or express gratitude that he is here & healthy.” - Rosie Ryan
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About Us

Running for Premature Babies was established in 2007 by Sophie Smith after she and her late husband Ash lost their triplet sons, Henry, Jasper and Evan, following an extremely premature birth at 24 weeks.

Since then, thousands of people have run for the cause, raising more than $9 million for life saving neonatal equipment and research giving thousands of premature babies a better chance of survival. 

The Running for Premature Babies Foundation is a registered Australian Charity supporting neonatal units in hospitals around the country.

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$187
Could help provide a life-saving resuscitation cot for babies born in distress and needing assistance to breathe.
$525
Could help provide a state-of-the-art neonatal ventilator for babies born with underdeveloped lungs, weighing as little as 500g
$1,029
Could help provide a high-tech integrated monitoring system for critically ill babies in the highest level of Neonatal Intensive Care, ensuring babies are constantly monitored for body temperature, body movement and heart rate
$5,112
Could help provide an ultra-blender for a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This machine improves the accuracy in delivering the optimal amount of oxygen for babies as sub-optimal amounts can affect a baby's eye or brain development.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is my donation tax deductible?

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Yes, Running for Premature Babies Foundation is a Deductible Gift Recipient so all donations over $2 are tax deductible to Australian tax payers. 

Why is my donation so important? 

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Many Australian hospitals do not have the neonatal equipment necessary to save a premature baby's life. Further, the pace of technological improvements means that neonatal equipment is regularly superseded by more advanced equipment. Early access to equipment and the use of advanced equipment makes the difference between a life saved and a life lost.

Our work identifies hospitals around Australia in urgent need of neonatal equipment and supplies equipment to bridge this gap. 

By equipping hospitals with advanced equipment, fragile lives will be saved. Learn more here.

Why should I become a 'regular donor'?
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Regular donors are our heroes. You help us to plan ahead, safe in the knowledge that your support is ongoing. You also reduce our administration costs compared to one-off donors. By becoming a regular giver, you can help us create a country where every single premature baby, wherever they are born, has the best chance of survival.  

To make it 'regular' simply select Weekly, Monthly or Yearly above the donation panel. You can change your selection at any time by contacting us.

Please help , because your donation will help save babies' lives

Jessie
There is love and life beyond those NICU doors.
Sheree
Don’t underestimate the warriors within these tiny souls.
Amber
Please remember, it will end. Stay strong and you will make it.
Sarah
You are strong. You are brave. You can do this.
Natalie
There is hope throughout this journey and it does get better. Stay strong x
Teneal
Thankyou for raising money for this amazing cause! Your fundraiser is truly saving lives!
Julie 
Celebrate every achievement of your little miracle, no matter how small it is. Tiny is mighty!

Sarah
Shout out to all the special care nurses, doctors, and families of these incredible little fighters.

Ashley 
This will be one of the toughest times of your life, but celebrate the small wins. We cherished hearing that Leo was gaining weight after each weigh-in. You’ll be surrounded by a dedicated medical team, don’t hesitate to ask for help and share your story. You’re not alone; many are going through similar experiences.
Hayley
Our girls, Lena (born at 25 weeks) and Tiana (born at 29 weeks), are both thriving thanks to the incredible technology in the NICU. Without it, their lives could have been very different. Please consider donating what you can to help save other babies born too soon.


Valeria
To anyone going through a NICU journey right now, feeling lost with each setback—hold on to hope. One day, you’ll look back and smile at the strength you found during those hospital days with your little one. It may feel endless in the moment, but before you know it, it will be just a memory in the blink of an eye. Much love, The Tonkins
Jessica
From a mum of a 33-weeker, it’s scary, it’s overwhelming, and it can feel like your newborn experience has been taken away. But in the end, it’s all worth it. The moment you finally get to take your healthy, strong baby home is the most rewarding experience of your life. My son, Jack, is now a happy, healthy 12-month-old!

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