At 16 Days, we believe families belong together — especially in the NICU. Our programs are designed to
strengthen parent presence, ease financial strain, and build a world where every NICU family is supported,
seen, and empowered.
At 16 Days, we believe families belong together
— especially in the NICU. Our programs are designed to strengthen parent presence, ease financial strain, and build a world where every NICU family is supported, seen, and empowered.
NICU stays are unpredictable — and expensive. Our grants reduce the financial burden so parents can stay close to their baby
We can provide support for:
● Transportation
● Meals and parking
● Lost wages due to extended NICU stays
● Childcare expenses
We help parents feel confident and supported in providing Kangaroo Care — the evidence-based, skin-to-skin
practice proven to stabilize fragile infants and strengthen bonding.
Our education includes:
● Guidance for first-time NICU parents
● Trauma-informed coaching
● Resources for new parents about the benefits of Kangaroo Care
NICU stays are unpredictable — and expensive. Our grants reduce the financial burden so parents can stay close to their baby
We can provide support for:
● Transportation
● Meals and parking
● Lost wages due to extended NICU stays
● Childcare expenses
We help parents feel confident and supported in providing Kangaroo Care — the evidence-based, skin-to-skin practice proven to stabilize fragile infants and strengthen bonding.
Our education includes:
● Guidance for first-time NICU parents
● Trauma-informed coaching
● Resources for new parents about the benefits of Kangaroo Care
NICU parents often navigate work, crisis, and caregiving all at once. We help employers support them with compassion and clarity
We offer:
● NICU-specific HR guidance
● Employer education on trauma-informed support
● Resources for employees returning after NICU hospitalization
We collaborate with hospitals, NICU teams, nonprofits, and community organizations to expand family-centered care.
Our partnerships focus on:
● Integrating parent presence into NICU protocols
● Co-developing educational materials
● Joint awareness initiatives such as NICU baby showers and family events
Benny’s Circle is our donor community dedicated to sustaining NICU family support year-round
Members help fund:
● Long-term program growth
● Family grants
● Kangaroo Care education
General NICU Awareness
We elevate the voices of NICU families and bring visibility to the realities of neonatal care
Our awareness work includes:
● Public education campaigns
● Storytelling from families and care teams
● Social media advocacy
● Community events and national NICU observances
ABOUT
16 Days, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and is committed to transparency and accountability. We ensure that all contributions are used effectively to further our mission and make a positive impact.
16 Days EIN is 99-3062045
All rights reserved © 2025 Sixteen Days
ABOUT
Our Mission
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For NICU Families
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Skin-to-Skin
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Benny's Circle
16 Days, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and is committed to transparency and accountability. We ensure that all contributions are used effectively to further our mission and make a positive impact.
16 Days EIN is 99-3062045
All rights reserved © 2025 Sixteen Days