Reagan Heller
Why I'm Fundraising
I'm excited to have been nominated to be part of the Go Red for Teen of Impact campaign this year. 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 ā 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.
First Coast Teen of Impact - Spring 2026
Reagan Heller
My name is Reagan Heller, and Iā€™m a sophomore at Samuel Wolfson School for Advanced Studies. Iā€™m proud to be part of the American Heart Associationā€™s Teen Impact Program because Iā€™m passionate about raising awareness and helping reduce the number of lives affected by heart disease.
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, and it disproportionately affects women, an alarming fact that too often goes unnoticed. As a young woman, this issue feels especially personal and important to me. Heart disease does not discriminate. It doesn't care about your age, gender, or background. It can impact anyone, and too often, it strikes without warning.
Heart disease has impacted many people close to me, including family members, teachers, and friends. Some have experienced heart attacks, strokes, or other serious heart-related conditions, and even death. Witnessing their struggles has made me realize how essential early education, prevention, and access to healthcare resources really are.
Through the Teen Impact Program, I hope to be a voice for awareness and a source of encouragement to others. I want to help spread accurate information, promote healthier lifestyle choices, and inspire more people, especially women and young people, to take heart health seriously. My goal is not only to raise awareness but also to motivate others to join the fight against heart disease and work toward a healthier future for everyone.
Join my team! By joining, you can help me raise more awareness and critical funds for heart health. Scroll to the Team Roster and click "Join this Nominee".
Make a donation! Starting February 6th at 9:00 AM, click "Donate to Nominee" to support my campaign with a tax-deductible donation! The competition concludes at 9:00 PM on April 9th.
