Our Impact

For nearly 100 years, the American Heart Association has been fighting heart disease and stroke and helping families and communities thrive. Explore the map below to see how your support has made a difference in our nation and in the places you and your loved ones call home.
13.6%
Reduction in Deaths From Stroke
Since February 2018
$5 
Invested in Research Funding Since 1949
More than any U.S. organization except the federal government
15.1%
Reduction in Deaths From Heart Disease
Since February 2018
12
People Reached by Nutrition Improvements in 44 Communities
19
Patients Benefiting From a Quality Care Initiative for High Blood Pressure
22
People Trained in CPR Each Year

Featured Impact Stories

  • Faces of Heart: Stephanie Austin's story

  • Wakisha Stewart - Postpartum Heart Attack Survivor

  • Together, we are saving lives

  • Jayme Kelly - Stroke Survivor

  • Megan Hilt - Heart Transplant Survivor