I will be participating in the NICUSTRONG Walk 2023. All money raised funds innovative treatment, cutting-edge equipment, much-needed research and support for our babies and families of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at the Hackensack Meridian Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital.

Our family decided to support this amazing cause again because the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) admits about 940 newborns each year, including Justin in 2017 and Avery this past April.

In 2018, NICUSTRONG was formed in support of these babies and their families. Since its inception, the walk has raised over $300,000, largely due to the tremendous support of teams like us. So far, funding has helped support life-like manikins for vital education purposes, critical research, parent programs and more!

Please consider supporting this walk with a meaningful amount – just $10, $25, or $50 – will make a significant difference! Gifts can be made to my personal page (link below) or mailed to me directly. All checks may be made out to “Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation” and "NICU STRONG" in the memo field.

We're beyond thankful for the loving nurses and doctors, and the technology and treatment the NICU had to offer for our babies. Thank you for your generosity and support! 

XO - James, Tara, Justin, Caden & Avery Mazzarisi