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Wear Red Day & American Heart Month in Fort Wayne
  • Updated:Sep 19,2012

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Wear Red Day is the kick-off for American Heart Month, February.

Go Red Feb. 3 In Your Own Fashion

North Dakota Wear Red Day HeartAt least on this day, what you wear really does matter.

Join the thousands of individuals, businesses, hospitals, multinational corporations, media personalities, schools, and even landmarks wearing red on Friday, Feb. 3. Whether it’s a red dress pin, red neck tie, red pair of shoes, or bright red lipstick, wear your red proudly and, most importantly, let everyone know why.
 
  Get Social

epinpam11_icon_facebookFacebook Feb. 1-22: Upload a “Go Red” photo to our photo tab on facebook for a chance to win a great prize!

epinpam11_icon_twitterTwitter Feb. 3: Donate a few tweets to your family, friends, coworkers, and groups using the hashtag #TweetGoneRedFor on twitter
 
POWER Women Go Red - February

The Indiana General Assembly's Political Organization for Women's Education & Representation (POWER) comprised of more than 30 female legislators and lobbyists, is partnering with the American Heart Association to promote the Go Red For Women movement.  Watch for their PSA to raise awareness about heart disease. Members are also promoting Go Red For Women to their constituents in newsletters, speaking engagements and other activities.
  Fund the Mission

MWA WRD FR buttonCreate a Go Red Fundraising page and invite your friends and family to make a donation to the cause.

You can make a difference by raising money for prevention programs and research.
 
Share Lifesaving Knowledge

MWA WRD Materials buttonGet started on your Wear Red Day campaign here!

We have free, downloadable materials that can help you spread the word about National Wear Red Day® (Friday, Feb. 3, 2012) - or any day you plan your event. 
 
  Raise Your Voice

Capital Building Image 2Help us improve the prevention, treatment, and diagnosis of our nation’s No. 1 killer of women by taking action!
The HEART for Women Act was just introduced in the Senate and we need your help to build support for this important bill. Visit www.YoureTheCure.org to send a quick message to Congress.
 
Help Turn Allen County Red

Businesses can Go Red in many ways such as lighting, banners, ribbons, and displays.  Help us raise awareness about women and heart disease.  more
Local buildings currently turning red include:
  • Metropolitan Title Company (Jefferson Blvd & Auburn Park Drive offices)
  • Hilton Garden Inn
  • Home Wood Suites
  • WAJI Magic 95.1 - Broadcasting in Red on Feb. 3
  • Glenbrook Square Mall
  Turn Your Salon Red
Your salon can Go Red by decorating, fundraising, wearing red and encouraging clients to sign up for Go Red For Women.  more







 
Feb12 Ft Wayne Glenbrook MallGlenbrook Square Mall Goes Red
February 2012

 
  Metropolitan Title Goes Red 2012Metropolitan Title Goes Red
Get a free blood pressure screening at Walgreens in February

Visit any Walgreens in February for a free blood pressure screening. For every one done, they'll donate $1 to the American Heart Association.
  Fort Wayne Heart Ball  Feb. 24
Fort Wayne Marriott

Attend the Fort Wayne Heart Ball for an evening of entertainment including cocktails, jazz music, and silent and live auctions. The focus of the evening is on combating heart disease in children.  more
Volunteer Appreciation & Recruitment Night  Feb. 28
Allen County Library  5-7pm

Attend the American Heart Association's Volunteer Night to learn how you can help make an even bigger impact in your community. Light hors d'oeuvres will be served. To attend, contact Michelle Wagner, (317) 732-4720 or (800) 229-1503.
   


 



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