First Candle

First Candle is a prominent national non-profit organization committed to the health and survival of infants through their first years of life. The organization focuses on reducing the incidence of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID), and stillbirth through comprehensive education, advocacy, and research funding. First Candle provides critical bereavement support for families who have experienced the loss of a baby and works closely with community health providers to promote safe sleep environments. By translating scientific research into actionable community programs, the organization strives to eliminate preventable infant deaths. Their work includes national public health campaigns and partnerships with federal agencies to improve infant health outcomes.