American Heart Association Raises $1.65 Million at Annual Go Red for Women Luncheon
+9 American Heart Association Raises $1.65 Million at Annual Go Red for Women Luncheon
American Heart Association Raises $1.65 Million at Annual Go Red for Women Luncheon
American Heart Association Raises $1.65 Million at Annual Go Red for Women Luncheon
American Heart Association Raises $1.65 Million at Annual Go Red for Women Luncheon
American Heart Association Raises $1.65 Million at Annual Go Red for Women Luncheon
American Heart Association Raises $1.65 Million at Annual Go Red for Women Luncheon
American Heart Association Raises $1.65 Million at Annual Go Red for Women Luncheon
American Heart Association Raises $1.65 Million at Annual Go Red for Women Luncheon
American Heart Association Raises $1.65 Million at Annual Go Red for Women Luncheon
American Heart Association Raises $1.65 Million at Annual Go Red for Women Luncheon
American Heart Association Raises $1.65 Million at Annual Go Red for Women Luncheon
American Heart Association Raises $1.65 Million at Annual Go Red for Women Luncheon
The American Heart Association hosted their annual Go Red for Women Luncheon, at The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston. As the organization’s signature women’s the initiative, Go Red for Women is a comprehensive platform designed to increase women’s heart health awareness and serve as a catalyst for change to improve the lives of women globally.
Upon arrival, guests were welcomed with a Mission Expo, which included CPR training from local Houston firefighters, blood pressure checks and other mission based experiences meant to educate attendees before making their way into the ballroom for the program.
The ballroom was adorned in vibrant red decorations, meticulously crafted to align with the luncheon’s theme, “Be the Beat,” which was prominently displayed in bold lettering above the stage.
Houston radio personality Sarah Pepper served as the luncheon emcee, inspiring the audience with her own personal connection to the mission of the American Heart Association. As a single mom, Sarah shared that she has experienced heart issues as a direct result from stress and lack of sleep. After her heartfelt speech, Sarah introduced the Go Red for Women Luncheon Chair, Erin Asprec, who talked about the importance of the American Heart Association’s work and global impact.
Special recognition was given to honoree and keynote speaker, Amy Grant, for sharing her personal experience of facing heart problems while touring and emphasizing the significance of prioritizing one’s health over everything else. The singer–songwriter highlighted the importance of women’s heart health to guests and followed her interview with a lively performance.
The American Heart Association is pleased to announce they have raised over $1.65 million through the Go Red for Women Campaign. Since 2004, the Go Red for Women movement has educated millions of women as to their No. 1 health threat: cardiovascular disease. But now we face a new challenge, younger women and women of color are not aware that this threat is real. The American Heart Association continues to innovate ways to ensure all women are aware of their greatest health threat, their risks and what they can do to reduce them. Good health is a journey, not a destination, and we want to walk hand in hand with women throughout their lifetimes as their trusted wellness partner.
Go Red for Women
The Go Red for Women experience continues to be the cornerstone of the Go Red for Women movement in local communities. This empowering gathering focuses on preventing heart disease and stroke, sharing stories of people impacted by cardiovascular disease and raises critically needed funds to save more lives. Go Red for Women has evolved into a global movement and is a driving force in the world of health equity. The American Heart Association accelerates science, advances public health policy, and addresses the multitude of gender and racial gaps for women in research, healthcare and more. For more information, please visit https://www.goredforwomen.org/en/
About the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. We are dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities. Through collaboration with numerous organizations, and powered by millions of volunteers, we fund innovative research, advocate for the public’s health and share lifesaving resources. The Dallas–based organization has been a leading source of health information for nearly a century. Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook, Twitter or by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1.