American Heart Association - Washington

It takes passionate leaders to bring a movement like the Washington Heart and Stroke Walk to life.❣️

Join us in celebrating our 2026 chairs, Amy Winsor and Dr. Jorge Salazar, from Mary Bridge Children's Hospital who along with a team of changemakers will help make this year’s event our biggest and most impactful yet. ❤️

Read more about our 2026 Washington Heart and Stroke Walk leadership team: http://spr.ly/6186BDMOok

If you’ve been thinking about taking a CPR class, this is your sign to do it. ❣️

Whether you're learning lifesaving skills for the first time or maintaining professional credentials, the American Heart Association has a learning option that’s right for you.📚

Explore more here: https://cpr.heart.org/

After 37 years of inspiring young hearts and making a lasting difference, we celebrate an incredible Kids Heart Challenge & American Heart Challenge champion, Ted Henderson from Oakbrook Elementary in Lakewood, as he heads into retirement ❤️

Ted's dedication to students, families and heart health has created a legacy that will be felt for generations. Thanks to your support of the Kids Heart Challenge, students learned the importance of caring for their hearts and for each other.

Thank you for your passion, leadership and unwavering commitment. You will always be part of our heart family. ❤️👏

Clover Park School District

We’re excited to welcome Taylor Hill to the American Heart Association Washington team as a development coordinator! 🎉

In her own words, “I have always been drawn toward mission-driven work and being part of something that makes a real impact in the community. Joining the American Heart Association felt like such a meaningful opportunity to support a cause that touches so many lives. I’m really looking forward to supporting the amazing work happening here in Washington and helping bring events, campaigns and community efforts to life. I love being part of the behind-the-scenes pieces—keeping things organized, helping the details come together and supporting the team so the bigger vision can shine.”

Prior to joining the Association, Taylor worked in development at a children’s museum, where she supported fundraising, events, grants and community partnerships. She loved being part of work that created access and opportunities for children and families and is excited to bring that same heart into this new role.

Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, backpacking, yoga and Pilates, and is happiest exploring the outdoors or finding a new trail with a beautiful view.

Help us give Taylor a warm welcome! ♥️

Cheers to 102 years of lifesaving impact ❤️

On Founders Day, our Board of Directors and community leaders gathered to celebrate the American Heart Association’s 102nd birthday - honoring the progress we’ve made this year and the lives touched because of it.

Here’s to continuing the fight for longer, healthier lives for all. ✨

Did you spot Al Tsai (our community impact VP) and Dr. Nicole Saint Clair of Regence BlueShield (a local American Heart Association board member) on TV this past week for CPR and AED Awareness Week?

On a "Healthier Together" segment, they highlighted the importance CPR, AEDs and the readiness to act if you see someone go into cardiac arrest. Thanks to KIRO 7 News for covering this important topic!

▶️ Watch the full segment at http://spr.ly/6182B8L9yM

Bellevue man advocates for more AEDs in public spaces National CPR and AED Awareness Week highlights the critical need for hands-only Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation training and increased availability of Automated External Defibrillators in public spaces.

Jenn DiBona’s son Miles experienced a cardiac arrest emergency in the middle of the night. They called 911 right away and the 911 dispatcher walked them through the steps of CPR. Read more about their journey and message to other parents in ParentMap magazine here: http://spr.ly/6189B8W7L1

Thank you to Mary Bridge Children's Hospital for your support of Live Fierce, Take Action.