Meghan Holmes
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.
Minnesota Woman of Impact - Spring 2026
Meghan Holmes
A Story of Hope: Women's Heart Health
I know firsthand the profound reality of living with a congenital aortic valve defect. I lived with a heart that was different, and lived with symptoms that progressively worsened over time.
Throughout those years, I was a patient not fully aware of the physical and precarious impact of my defect. I was also a patient within a system that historically did not include full knowledge of women's unique biology and the impact that has on cardiovascular health.
My life-saving surgery happened at 42, which gave me a new valve and a second chance, was a testament to a century of medical progress supported by the American Heart Association (AHA). A century ago, my story would have ended differently.
Today, my tale is one of hope, driven by the AHA's Go Red for Women program. This crucial initiative is actively transforming how women’s heart health is understood, researched, and treated.
I am honored to be nominated for the Go Red for Women's 'Woman of Impact' campaign, dedicating myself to the AHA's mission to raise critical funds and public education of women's heart health. These funds are urgently needed to close the awareness and clinical care gaps for the leading cause of death in women: cardiovascular disease.
Go Red for Women is committed to:
Funding women-centric research to ensure better diagnosis and treatment.
Empowering women to live healthier lives.
Supporting women in reducing their cardiovascular risk across every stage of life.
I am joining a powerful, nationwide movement of Women of Impact and their team members, shouting loudly: women's health matters! We are building awareness, promoting healthy lifestyles, and raising critical funds.
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".
The time is now! Starting February 6th at 9:00 AM, click the donate button to support my campaign with a tax-deductible donation. The competition concludes at 9:00 PM on April 9th.
Together, we have an unmatched ability to drive real change.
