Your support helps preemies win!
13.4 million
preterm births globally each year
10%
preterm birth rate
Every 40 seconds
a preterm baby loses life
Team Preemie Mission
Team Preemie, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity, supports premature babies and families.
Born just under 28 weeks, and barely weighing over 2 pounds, I spent my first 10 weeks of life in the NICU. I’m forever grateful to the medical professionals, staff, and my loving parents and family, who all worked together to ensure my healthy future. This TEAM mentality inspired me to form Team Preemie!
As a baseball player, I value the camaraderie of teammates and coaches as we cheer for each other through ups and downs. Team Preemie brings this same team spirit to help preemies survive and thrive!
Preemie Packets
All preemies deserve a welcome gift donation to help their development and strengthen their bond with parents. Preemie Packets are delivered to NICUs nationally.
Team Preemie x Embrace Global
Team Preemie is collaborating with Embrace Global to fund and deliver portable, low-cost incubators in conflict zones, low-resource settings, and humanitarian emergencies!
My Blog
Read about my visits to Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs) throughout the country, delivering Preemie Packets and sharing joy and gratitude with staff. They are the true MVPs!
“A preemie’s success is driven by the strength and determination of a supportive team. Just like with baseball!”
— Connor Merrihew
Team Preemie Founder, CEO, and Head Coach
Contact me: coach@teampreemie.org