I have to tell you, as an over 10 year volunteer for AHA, I knew the staff of the American Heart Association was committed to the mission and worked hard. As I am a staff member, I really have seen the true heart that goes in to our events, advocacy and fundraising.
Yesterday we held the 21st annual American Heart Associations "Lawyers Have Heart" event at the Harbor in Georgetown. I set my alarm for 1:30 am and arrived in Georgetown at 3:30AM for event set up. Everyone was in great spirits and that alone I was impressed with considering the time of night and there were people in Georgetown who were still out from the evening prior. Bars in DC close at 4am. I parked and started to walk to the harbor to find my self somewhat lost but after the guidance of my great VP , Patty MacEwan , I arrived. Set up ended around 6:30am and I went to my next duty station which was the water station on the fun walk. Yvette Mingo, VP Baltimore for AHA was my partner and we had a great time. She is an amazing lady and her heart just shines.
Our weather has been extreme lately so hydration is key and I have to tell you, not many people turned us down. It's really important to stay hydrated in extreme heat. ITS GOOD FOR YOUR HEART and vital for your health!!!!
The run/walk was shortened to a 5K due to the heat and the event was a success. Over 8000 walk/runners participated and we were able to raise over $650K to go to funding research and advocacy, which is a vital part of our mission and organization.
Thank you also to the Miss Preteen, Teen and Miss and little Miss DC International for walking for the cause. I am so proud and blessed to be a part of the International family.
Today and everyday~Listen to your heart!
A little bit more about the event:
Lawyers Have Heart
Since its creation in 1991, Lawyers Have Heart has raised more than $7.5 million to benefit the American Heart Association, whose mission is building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. By participating in the Washington area's largest 10K event, you will not only help to strengthen your own heart through exercise, you will also help raise funds vital to the education programs and research of the AHA. Learn More...
Saving Lives
Since 1924 the American Heart Association has helped protect people of all ages and ethnicities from the ravages of heart disease and stroke. These diseases, the nation's No. 1 and No. 3 killers, claim more than 910,000 American lives a year. The association invested more than $474 million in fiscal year 2005-06 for research, professional and public education, advocacy and community service programs so people across America can live stronger, longer lives.
Your Contribution At Work
For every $1 raised through Lawyers Have Heart, .88 cents is used to fund our mission. The American Heart Association is the largest source of non-governmental funding for cardiovascular research in the country.
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