Feb 12, 2025
As Valentine’s Day approaches on Friday, February 14th, and with February being Heart Awareness Month, consider supporting charities that focus on heart health. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, responsible for roughly one in every five deaths.
American Heart Association seeks to address health equity through a variety of heart-related programs, including public and professional health education and training, research, and community services.
American Red Cross, in addition to its disaster and humanitarian services, the organization facilitates blood donations and CPR training.
Gift of Life International supports children in need of heart surgery worldwide.
National Bleeding Disorders Foundation, also known as National Hemophilia Foundation, serves people with bleeding disorders across the United States, including hemophilia, von Willebrand disease, rare factor deficiencies, and platelet disorders.
This week’s Hert of Giving Podcast features a conversation with Rick Lofgren, CEO, COTA (Children’s Organ Transplant Association) that helps children and young adults who need a life-saving transplant by providing fundraising assistance and family support.
We are always working with charities to publish or update reports for donors. Visit Give.org or local BBBs to check out any charity before giving. Our recently evaluated charities include:
Finally, remember to let us know by going to give.org/charity-inquiry if you are interested in seeing a report on a charity not on the list and we will do our best to produce one.
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