What Does it Take to Be Extraordinary?

Below are just a few examples of local kids with big hearts who were inspired to help others and to spread the mission of ending heart disease. These heroes raised over $500 in life-saving funds during their school's Kids Heart Challlenge. Click below to see how they did it.

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KYLER shares why raising funds for kids with special hearts means so much to him!

Julians EOK Story is coming soon!

Gael shows us how he got on his feet and ran, climbed, and biked his way to surpassing his fundraising goal! His family was so inspiried by him, they joined in his quest to be heathier & help others.

Allison delivers a knock out performance by showing how you can get your heart rate up while boxing. It's extrordinary kids like Allison that change the world by spreading the importance of heart health.

Stevie explains why physical activity is so important to our overall health. Not only did she get her family involved in the fun duing her school's KHC, but she also raised funds that will make a huge impact in bettering the overall health of our community.

Patrick shares the warning signs of stroke which he learned by completing Finn's Mission during his school's KHC. He is a lifesaver and wants his family & friends to me lifesavers too!

TELL US HOW YOU ARE EXTRAORDINARY!

Click here to share why you chose to make an impact.

Please take a minute and watch what inspires these KHC parents to help their children reach their KHC goals.

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Hear Kelly Blumenthal, mom of heart hero survivor Finn, explain how $500 led to a transformational invention that has saved thousands with heart complications. Watch to hear more.

Check out the KHC Extraordinary Kids With Special Hearts page to find out more about the amazing kids with with special hearts that your donations support!

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2024-25 Youth Ambassador Opportunity

Happy New Year! We are now accepting applications for the 2024-25 National Class of Youth Heart Ambassadors and the site is open and available for families to apply at www.heart.org/youthambassador.

Here are a few details:

Applicants ages 2-19 years old who are willing to share their story about the impact of heart disease or stroke either through a personal diagnosis, supporting a loved one, or are passionate about a heart healthy lifestyle are invited to apply.
The deadline to be considered for the 2024-25 National Class of Youth Heart Ambassadors is March 1, 2024. Applications received after this date will be contacted to serve as local community youth heart ambassadors and will be considered for the following year's class of National Youth Heart Ambassadors.
How to apply? Complete the application at www.heart.org/youthambassador and submit a 1–2-minute video story. A media release signed by a parent or guardian will also be required.
Youth Heart Ambassadors may be asked to share their story in emails and newsletters, social media posts, participate in exciting events that may include speaking opportunities and interviews, and other digital and/or print marketing materials.

What Does it Take to Be Extraordinary?

the impact $500 can make

2024-25 Youth Ambassador Opportunity

For Additional Resources Visit:

www.heart.org/KHC

www.heart.org/educationalresources

www.heart.org/wholechild

www.heart.org/antivaping