American Heart Association - Greater Washington Region

01/22/2026

🌻Keep it fresh, keep it fun and keep it moving. That's the motto for a New Year, Healthier Me!

👟 💪 Jude Maboné is getting a little help from her friends as she sets a goal to incorporate walking and strength training into her exercise routines. Working out with a buddy is a great step for accountability!

01/20/2026

Check out chair of the Heart of Greater Washington, Eduardo Ortiz, founder/CEO of Coforma in an interview with WashingtonExec where he discussed what inspired him to sign onto this campaign and what's in store at the Greater Washington Region Heart Ball.

Watch the powerful interview and be sure to get your tickets to join us at on March 28 ->

https://youtu.be/fM11rWRWb9w Eduardo Ortiz, CEO and co-founder of Coforma, sits down with WashingtonExec’s Rachel Kirkland to talk about his role as chair o ...

01/18/2026

Passionate about expanding availability for healthy school meals, keeping to***co away from youth and powering a healthier Greater Washington Region through local policy advocacy?

The American Heart Association is a community advocacy director based in the DMV region to lead government relations, community engagement and policy development.

01/16/2026

🏆 🏈 Recognizing football leaders who demonstrate grit, integrity and a winning approach to coaching and life 🎖️ ⭐

♥️ 👏 We're thrilled to share that two Virginia-based coaches are finalists for the Paul "Bear" Bryant Coach of the Year Award, which honor top college football coaches while raising lifesaving funds and awareness for heart and brain health.

🎉 Join us in congratulating Bob Chesney of James Madison University and Tony Elliott of University of Virginia for joining the ranks of 2025 Coach of the Year finalists!

01/14/2026

♥️ 🕶️ 👟 Heart Month is a marathon, not a sprint - so be sure to warm up! Television personality and Women's Board An Affair of the Heart (American Heart Association) member Joan Vassos has got you covered with some heart pumping cardio.

We’ve got a full lineup this February:
✔️ – Feb 6
✔️ An Affair of the Heart Luncheon & Fashion Show – Feb 20
…and so much more!

Every heart has a story. How will you show up?

🗓️ Stay tuned for more content to inspire your healthiest life!

Go Red for Women

01/12/2026

Get Ready with Olivia while she shares some small steps for a healthier 2026:

🚲 Biking to work instead of driving.
💃 Bringing out some dance moves while cooking dinner.
🧘‍♀️ A quick stretch before bed.

This year, we're all about small actions that make a big difference! What's your New Year, Healthier You resolution? 👇 Sound off in the comments!

01/08/2026

🗞️Now in DC Modern Luxury: what’s in store at ? See the highlights from the event co-chair herself!

👠Kara Krause of Women's Board An Affair of the Heart (American Heart Association) has a special preview of the 78th annual luncheon and fashion show for a cause.

01/07/2026

👟 2026 isn’t about big leaps; it’s about steady steps! Hailey Yentz knows this VERY well. In 2025, she survived a cardiac arrest, and in the aftermath, she learned that her lifelong love of running would come to an end.

📣 But Hailey has a powerful New Year's message that we can all learn from: to develop healthier habits, start with small steps - literally.

What's your New Year, Healthier You resolution? 👇 Sound off in the comments!

01/05/2026

❤️ 💙 💜 The Heart of Greater Washington campaign connects to so many Washingtonians. Here’s event chair Eduardo Ortiz, CEO of Coforma, sharing with DC Modern Luxury why our mission is important to him and his colleagues – and what’s in store for this fabulous evening!

12/31/2025

We honor the life of Donna Marriott, a remarkable woman whose grace, generosity, and dedication to the American Heart Association helped advance health and hope for everyone, everywhere. As a leader on the Women’s Board, Mrs. Marriott championed research and innovation that will continue to save and improve lives.

We extend our deepest condolences to the Marriott family. Her legacy of compassion and service has made a profound impact.

/PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International announces with deep sadness the passing of Donna Rae Garff Marriott, a woman of grace, faith, and unwavering devotion to...

12/30/2025

Taylor Swift knows it ⭐️All Too Well⭐️ the holiday season is a time for health, hope and giving. We're so grateful for this generous, 💛Fearless❤️ gift!

12/23/2025

A not-so-fun fact: research shows that more people die from heart attacks during the last week of December than at any other time of the year.

Learn about the reasons for this spike - and how you can take steps to protect your heart.

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Nov. 25, 2025 — The winter holidays can turn deadly as research shows that more people die from heart attacks during the last week of December than at any other time of the year. While being aware of the signs of a heart attack and...