As many of you know, my family?s life changed the day my mom survived a massive heart attack. The only reason she?s still with us is because a bystander nearby knew CPR and stepped in to save her life. That one moment gave me more time with my mom, and it gave her the chance to become a grandmother ? something I?ll never take for granted.
My sister Laura was nominated to the American Heart Association?s 2025 Leaders of Impact campaign, a 7-week effort running through November 5th. She named her campaign Equip Every Heartbeat, and it?s all about bringing CPR training, AEDs, and lifesaving tools to underserved communities ? so that more families have the same chance we did. I?d be so grateful if you would consider supporting this effort by donating, sharing, or simply spreading the word. Every gift helps us train more lifesavers, place more AEDs, and change more outcomes when seconds matter.
You can also follow and support our youth-led social media campaign on Instagram (@bealife_saver) and TikTok (be.a.life.saver) ? and help spread the word with #bealifesaver.
Thank you for helping us honor my mom?s story and create a Nation of Lifesavers. Click the Donate button to support the American Heart Association today. Fundraising is open from September 18th at 9:00 am until November 5th at 9:00 pm.