Tricia Sidney
Why I'm Fundraising
I'm excited to be nominated for Go Red for Women's Woman of Impact campaign. As part of this year's class of changemakers, I've brought together a team that's working to make the greatest impact possible on women's health. We will be raising much-needed funds for the American Heart Association and working to improve the health of our communities. I hope we can count on your support!
In 2004, Go Red For Women was born as a campaign to raise awareness among women about their greatest health threat — heart disease. Slowly, the campaign grew into a movement bringing together thousands of women. Go Red for Women is the trusted, passionate force for change. It provides a platform for women and their families to lead healthier lives and transform communities. It's not just about wearing red. It's not just about sharing heart-health facts. It's about:
- Providing opportunities for women to take charge of their health
- Building communities that support access to healthy choices
- Demanding equal access to health care for all women and their families
- Increasing women in STEM in upcoming generations
Our team is focused on preventing heart disease and stroke. We're promoting healthy lifestyles, building awareness and raising critically-needed funds to support research and education initiatives. Cardiovascular diseases, which include heart disease and stroke, claim the life of a woman about every 80 seconds. We hope you will join us on our mission because about 80% of these diseases may be prevented.
The time is now. Women are leaning into the idea that when we take a stand, commit, and work together, real change is possible. To support my campaign, click on the Donate to Nominee button below.
Blair Woman of Impact - Spring 2026
Tricia Sidney
I’m writing to share my story and why I’ve joined the American Heart Association’s Woman of Impact campaign.
Heart disease has profoundly impacted my life, and my experiences have shown me just how critical awareness, early detection, and research are for saving lives.
At the age of 47, I suffered a heart attack, a moment that completely changed my life. I was diagnosed with Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD), a rare condition that can strike seemingly healthy hearts without warning. That day, I realized how fragile life can be and how important it is to listen to our bodies.
Even more heartbreaking, I lost my best friend, someone who didn’t get checked when warning signs appeared. Her loss fuels my mission to raise awareness about heart health, particularly for women, and to help others avoid the heartbreak that comes from delayed action.
My journey hasn’t been easy. The recovery process after my SCAD heart attack was both physical and emotional, filled with fear, uncertainty, and the constant reminder that each heartbeat matters. Through it all, I’ve learned the importance of advocacy, research, and spreading awareness. Organizations like the American Heart Association are vital in advancing lifesaving care, and I’m proud to join its mission.
I am honored to be one of the American Heart Association’s Women of Impact for 2026, and I hope you’ll join the movement by making a donation. To support my campaign, please click on the donation button.
If you prefer to donate by check, please make checks payable to “AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION” and write “Tricia Sidney – Woman of Impact” in the memo. Please send all checks to: AHA-Tricia Sidney, 208 Scenic Pine Drive, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648.
Together, we can make a real impact for women everywhere.
With gratitude,
Tricia Sidney
