First Lady Gets Donation For March Of Dimes

The 1945 March of Dimes campaign aimed to raise over $11 million to fight polio. It included contributions from various sources, such as paper money, war bonds, and Canadian currency. A notable donation of $50,000 was presented to Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt by Robert Riggio, a 10-year-old polio victim from Brooklyn. The campaign highlighted personal stories and the impact of donations on individuals affected by polio.

What was the age and condition of the boy who presented the check?

What was the significance of the March of Dimes for American children?