Families are the foundation of HeartWorks and our fundamental motivation. They inspire us to work tirelessly, 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. We recognize how crucial it is to connect with them, understand their stories, and do everything we can to offer hope for the future. We strive to exceed the current standards of care available.
At HeartWorks, families affected by congenital heart disease (CHD) are not just part of our mission, they are the driving force behind it. Since our inception, heart families have passionately raised nearly $2 million for our research and clinical trials, demonstrating the incredible power of determination, collaboration, and love. Their dedication is truly inspiring. Remarkable champions like Marc and Nate Stoll ($391,844), Beats for Bella ($336,523), Full of Hope ($132,137), Montana Brave Hearts ($101,482), Charlie’s Champs ($79,159.89), and Kelly DiMaggio ($57,941) have transformed their personal experiences into impactful movements. Through various events – from softball tournaments and lemonade stands to biking events and school presentations -they are raising funds, increasing awareness, and cultivating a hopeful future for every child, teen, and adult living with CHD.
Families place their trust in HeartWorks, and we are steadfast in our commitment to join them in the fight for a cure for congenital heart disease.
The Power of Family: $1.7 Million Raised for HeartWorks
- 117: The number of families collaborating with HeartWorks through Team Pages.
- 1,708: The number of individual donations made via our Families Team Pages.
- $1,729,989.91: The total amount families have raised since 2020 to support the pathway to a cure at HeartWorks.
We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to these families for their extraordinary dedication to HeartWorks:
- Heart You Griffin: $54,183.44
- Team Cayden: $46,644.49
- Isaac Waletzko’s Warriors: $25,887.90
- Frankie Strong: $23,336.16
- Charlotte Marra: $18,358.73
- A Cure for Cora: $17,497.85
- Pedal for Pieper: $16,637.79
- Phileigh Hearts: $12,671.88
Heart-to-Heart Matching Gift Challenge
To honor their dedication, we’re launching the Heart-to-Heart Matching Gift Challenge. This is your chance to amplify their impact by matching the amount raised by a family or contributing any amount to boost the collective total. Every dollar you give helps double their efforts and accelerates our mission to change outcomes for those living with CHD. Join us, and stand heart-to-heart with the families who inspire us every day.
Email our Director of Development, Kim Way, at kimera@webuildhearts.org if you are interested in setting up a match.
CHD Families: Join Our Team of Teams
At HeartWorks, Team of Teams isn’t just a phrase, it’s our reality. Scientists, clinicians, donors, and families all work together to change the future for the 1 in 100 babies born with congenital heart disease (CHD).
We partner with heart families and foundations to raise awareness, share knowledge, and create brighter futures. Through your stories, voices, and support, we’re rewriting the playbook for CHD care and education.
Other Ways Families Can Get Involved
1. Create Your Heart Family Team Page
Build a personalized fundraising page to share your story, raise awareness, and track your impact over time. Upload photos, post updates, and rally your supporters, all while driving change for CHD.
New this September: Our Thankview video tool lets you send custom thank-you and call-to-action videos to your donors, adding a personal touch to your outreach.
Start your fundraising team today »
2. Other Ways to Join the Mission
- Become a Co-op Member: Connect with other heart families and advocates.
- Sign Up for Our Newsletter: Stay inspired with updates, stories, and breakthroughs.
- Join a Virtual Lab Tour: See firsthand how research transforms lives.
