Meet our 2025 Teens of Impact for the Greater Washington Region
Every year across the country, a select group of teens are nominated to be a part of Teen of Impact because of their passion and drive to make a difference. … Read more
Every year across the country, a select group of teens are nominated to be a part of Teen of Impact because of their passion and drive to make a difference. … Read more
Every year across the country, a select group of individuals are nominated to be a part of Woman of Impact because of their passion and drive to make a difference. This nine-week competition is … Read more
The longtime event volunteers join local leaders in the legal community to power the annual 10K, 5K and fun walk Tim Brightbill, partner at Wiley and Laura Smith, partner at … Read more
The American Heart Association, Greater Washington Region (AHA GWR) Community Impact Team was the recipient of a one-year grant from the Healthcare Initiative Foundation (HIF) to help improve the health … Read more
The American Heart Association (AHA), Greater Washington Region has named Srini Attili, executive vice president, Civilian Business Group at SAIC, as chair of the 2025 Heart of Greater Washington campaign. … Read more
Northern Virginia superintendents, LaTanya McDade and Aaron Spence support critical work to improve student well-being through the Eastern States Superintendent Council Washington, DC, Nov. 19, 2024 — Dr. LaTanya D. … Read more
The Greater Washington Region has always been a leader in advancing heart health policies, including tobacco control, reducing food insecurity and making schools and communities more prepared for cardiac emergencies. … Read more
On November 2, 2024, among DC’s national monuments, thousands of survivors, business leaders, medical professionals and other supporters took steps to save lives and celebrate this iconic annual event. Representing … Read more
The American Heart Association presents outpatient program achievement awards for proven dedication to ensuring patients have access to best practices that reduce risk of heart disease, stroke Nearly half of … Read more
Each year, the American Heart Association, Greater Washington Region (AHA GWR) convenes a group of dedicated philanthropic leaders who are passionate about improving the health of our community. These leaders—survivors, … Read more
Washington, DC, October 15, 2024 – The DC Council today unanimously passed legislation requiring DC schools to have cardiac emergency response plans. The Cardiac Planning and Response (CPR) Act requires … Read more
Backed by a one-year grant from Adventist Healthcare, the American Heart Association (AHA) Greater Washington Region recently concluded an initiative to better serve under-resourced residents. Through this grant, the AHA … Read more
Through collaborations with health care organizations, uninsured Montgomery County residents received quality hypertension and nutrition care In Montgomery County, Maryland, high blood pressure and nutrition insecurity are health crises disproportionately … Read more
American Heart Association youth volunteers inspire healthy living in local communities nationwide The American Heart Association, celebrating 100 years of lifesaving service in 2024, has selected a fourth grader at … Read more
The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® initiative promotes up-to-date, research-based guidelines to ensure all patients have access to lifesaving care Arlington, VA, July 18, 2024 — 25 hospitals … Read more
By Danielle Johnson, Eastern States Region Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing (APAH) is a nonprofit based in Washington, DC, that provides safe, affordable homes for more than 5,000 individuals and … Read more
On July 10, the American Heart Association (AHA), Greater Washington Region convened advocates at the DC Council to testify in support of the Cardiac Planning and Response “CPR” Act. The … Read more
Local business leaders Owen Billman and Jeff Bosick will team up to drive donations, registrations and awareness about the Heart Walk and the American Heart Association Owen Billman, president of … Read more
The American Heart Association (AHA), the world’s leading nonprofit organization committed to advancing heart and brain health for all, welcomes Michael Kirshbaum as chair of the 39th annual Greater Washington … Read more
An annual trip with friends marked by laughter, hunting, and decadent eating took a turn when Jonah Czerwinski, Head of Public Sector at Thoughtworks, faced an unexpected and life-threatening ordeal. … Read more
Barbara Bassin, 71, recounts her family’s history of heart disease. She highlights the importance of health advocacy, helping others understand and empathize with those affected by similar conditions. 25 years … Read more
Lawyers Have Heart 2024 brought together 4,500 runners and raised $1.3 million for the American Heart Association’s lifesaving mission. On May 18, 2024, runners, walkers and survivors convened for the … Read more
When Priti Langer suffered from a spontaneous coronary artery dissection, she had to be a strong advocate for her own health; now she speaks out about the need for better … Read more