Cor Vitae Society

The American Heart Association's annual philanthropic giving society
Society members bidding in a charity auction

The Cor Vitae Society – Latin for heart of life – is the annual philanthropic giving society of the American Heart Association. The collective impact of our more than 10,000 Cor Vitae Society members making annual, lifetime, and legacy gifts is truly incredible.

The society celebrates individual Annual Members making yearly gifts of $5,000 or more, Lifetime Members recognizing those whose cumulative gifts are $500,000 or more, and Legacy Members who have committed to a future of heart health for all by leaving a gift in their will or estate plan.

Our Annual and Lifetime Members give through local events such as Heart Walk, Heart Ball and Cycle Nation and support other mission-aligned initiatives through their gifts. Our Paul Dudley White Legacy Circle Members have ensured the promising future of heart and brain health through their planned gift through their estate plan.

Our members support scientific advances, community health education programs, and advocacy and outreach efforts to ensure longer, healthier lives for people everywhere.


The Cor Vitae Society celebrates individuals making a lifesaving impact in communities across the country.

An Exceptional Community of Individuals

Cor Vitae Society members are united by a determination to ease the burden of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Our goal is to provide meaningful experiences to recognize and engage such distinguished and generous support.

Why Join the Cor Vitae Society?

In addition to local opportunities, as a Cor Vitae Society member, you will enjoy:

  • A distinctive lapel pin designating Annual, Lifetime and/or Legacy Membership
  • Exclusive membership communications, such as The Pulse Magazine
  • Recognition and appreciation touchpoints throughout the year
  • Invitations to events and exclusive experiences that allow us to showcase your impact
  • A shared vision with others who support the fight to end heart disease and stroke

graphic showing the seven donor circles of the AHA Cor Vitae Society

The Pulse Magazine

Official exclusive magazine for our Giving Society members.

Member Spotlights

Recognizing passionate members from across the country.

Contact Cor Vitae Society

For questions or to learn more about the society, email us.

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