Founded by Todd and Karen Wanek, HeartWorks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to curing congenital heart defects.

OUR PURPOSE

To spark bold innovation that transforms our broken healthcare system into one that truly heals.

OUR mission

To find cures for congenital heart defects and change lives.

OUR vision

A future where people with CHD thrive with a focus on longevity, not just temporary solutions.

OUR focus

  • Improving blood flow to the lungs for better heart function
  • Strengthening the heart muscle to make it more resilient
  • Expanding heart transplant options by restoring donor hearts
  • Empowering patients with a database that puts them in control of their CHD journey

 

Together, we build hearts

It Takes a Dream Team To Dream Up A Cure

We are a dedicated team singularly focused on congenital heart disease (CHD). Every day (since 2010!) we work to strengthen hearts, expand treatment options, and improve outcomes for the 1 in 100 families affected by CHD.

Our team brings together diverse expertise – from scientific discovery and clinical innovation to patient engagement and community leadership. Through this collaborative team of teams approach, HeartWorks unites heart families, clinicians, researchers, donors, and partners around one shared commitment: advancing solutions for congenital heart disease.

Together, we are building a new model for CHD care – developing breakthrough therapies, preparing care teams, and ensuring innovation reaches the families who need it most.

We Build Hearts – from discovery to delivery.

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