Why the Heartwalk is so important to me? Because Life is. My mom died due to a stroke and my dad had heart problems as well before he died. One of the greatest deeds I can do in honor of them is to contribute in some way, in helping an organization like the American Heart Association, create big science, like the science that created the artificial heart valve, and develop other lifesaving breakthroughs. Think about this... In a heartbeat, you could be the difference.

9 out of 10 people who suffer cardiac arrest outside the hospital don't survive. Most of the time, it's because no one nearby performed CPR. But together, we can change that.

Extraordinary things happen when people take action. A small step. A simple skill. A lifesaving moment. Heart Walk brings communities together to create health and hope for every heartbeat. Every walker who joins, every dollar donated, means more people trained in CPR, more research and more lifesaving moments for everyone.

Extraordinary starts with YOU. Help me reach my goal today!