American Heart Association Beyond the Table
Making an impact together by shaping the future of health
Together, we are relentlessly focused on the heart of our community. Through the year-round Heart Ball campaign, we celebrate our collective success in driving change, funding science and improving behaviors – no matter where, or how, we gather. That means taking our efforts beyond the table, working every day to help every heart.
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Give the gift of health this holiday season
Show you care this season with gifts that promote health—think fitness gear, healthy cookbooks, or even a state park pass for outdoor adventures.
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