American Heart Association Your Gift is Matched 5X to Help Stop Stroke
Stroke can change lives in minutes when warning signs aren’t recognized. Your 5X matched gift helps fund research and programs that empower communities to save lives.
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CPR and ECC Training
Be prepared for an emergency: Learn CPR. Save a life.
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Support Network Community
Join our online community of patients, survivors and caregivers.
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Professional Membership
Build your professional career and start making an impact today.
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Volunteer Opportunities
Help us create a healthier world free of heart disease and stroke.
How we are changing the future of health together
Since the American Heart Association’s founding in 1924, deaths from cardiovascular diseases have been cut in half. And yet, there are still so many lives to be saved. By driving breakthroughs in science, policy and care, together we can continue to advance health and transform lives every day.
19 Million+
High blood pressure patients helped
Our high blood pressure quality care initiative ensures lifesaving care for people at risk for heart disease.
Our high blood pressure quality care initiative ensures lifesaving care for people at risk for heart disease.
$6 Billion+
Invested in pioneering research leading to lifesaving breakthroughs
The American Heart Association is the largest non-profit, non-governmental funder of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular research.
The American Heart Association is the largest non-profit, non-governmental funder of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular research.
22 Million
People trained in CPR every year
9 out of 10 people who have a cardiac arrest outside of the hospital die. If performed immediately, CPR can double or triple a person's chances of survival.
9 out of 10 people who have a cardiac arrest outside of the hospital die. If performed immediately, CPR can double or triple a person's chances of survival.
May is American Stroke Month
Strokes can happen to anyone, at any age. Recognizing the warning signs of stroke can help you take action in the moments that matter. Learn the signs of stroke and how to lower the risk for another one.
Need a gift idea for Mother’s Day?
Skip the flowers. Pass on the chocolates. Give her something lasting — a cookbook made with love.
My Life Check: Find Your Starting Point
Any time is the perfect time to take charge of your well-being. My Life Check® gives you a free Heart Health Score and personalized tips to help you move more, eat smarter, stress less and more. Every small step counts!
Awardee elevates Heart Association mission through trusted storytelling
From newsroom to nonprofit: Greg Donaldson helps bring heart-health science to life.News and Stories
News and Stories from the American Heart Association
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Find a Heart Walk in your area
Heart Walk is the American Heart Association's premiere event for raising funds to help save lives from heart disease and stroke.