American Heart Association

The six cardiologists who founded the American Heart Association in 1924 would be amazed. From humble beginnings, the AHA has grown into the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. A shared focus on cardiovascular health unites our more than 33 million volunteers and supporters as well as our more than 3,400 employees. Learn more about our impact over time. Heart disease is the No. 1 killer worldwide, and stroke ranks second globally. Even when those conditions don’t result in death, they cause disability and diminish quality of life. We want to see a world free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Our size and scope let us have real impact. We have invested more than $4.1 billion in research, more than any U.S. nonprofit organization. Learn more about our life-changing funded research breakthroughs.

Our Mission: To be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.

Provide community education and awareness around heart disease and stroke

Patient Support Network

Quality Improvement Programs with local health systems

CPR education and training

Nutrition education and workshops

Healthy cooking

Youth programming around physical fitness and healthy eating

Blood pressure tracking and management programs

Workplace Health Solutions

Advocating around issues to make our communities healthier: CPR in Schools, Newborn Screenings, Sugary Beverage Tax, Clean Indoor Air

Healthy recipes

Online Library of a myriad of cardiac conditions

Community health talks with medical professionals