American Heart Association Heart Walk

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.

I'm so grateful to know that my walk will benefit many people this year, though one incredible person and a truly dear friend is especially top of heart for me. Brad C, you bring so much light to everyone around you, and now it's our turn to shine that light back on you!!!

Just months ago (March 1 to be exact), Brad was my go-to hiking buddy tackling the Charlies Bunion trail right beside me. The trail is an 8 mile loop with an elevation gain of about 1,600 to 1,900 feet from the trailhead, which has its own elevation of 5,049 feet! The hike is considered moderate to strenuous due to many steep sections, roots, and rocks on the trail; and it takes about 5 hours to complete.

Seven weeks later, after a routine stress test and cardiac cath, Brad learned that he had three arteries blocked at 90%!!! Two weeks later doctors successfuly performed triple bypass surgery - praise & amen!

So walking this year isn't just about a cause—it’s a celebration of Brad's life, a thank you to the doctors who saved him, and a mission to fund the research that makes these medical miracles possible.

I am incredibly grateful to share that Brad's recovery has gone better than expected. In fact, we have already compared calendars for a hike up Mount LeConte this Fall to celebrate his heart surgery survivor status! The beat goes on!

My fundraising goal is $500. In baseball, hitting .500 is a legendary, nearly impossible batting average—but with Brad's resilience and your support, I believe we can knock this goal straight out of the park.

Heart Walk brings communities together to create health and hope for every heartbeat. Extraordinary things happen when people take action. A small step. A simple skill. A lifesaving moment. 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. Thank you for helping me reach my goal! Please click the link below to donate and help me get a hit for heart health!

Personal Progress:

of Goal

$605 Raised

$500.00

Fundraising Honor Roll

Anonymous

$257

Michelle Cox

$100

Dad

$77

Angie Wyrick

Ed R.

$70

Bonnie Rutherford

$25

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