The Children's Heart Foundation

The Children's Heart Foundation Funding the most promising congenital heart defect research so that Heart Warriors everywhere can live longer, healthier lives.

The Children's Heart Foundation was founded in 1996 and is the country's leading organization solely dedicated to funding congenital heart defect (CHD) research. Our vision is a world in which everyone born with a congenital heart defect has the chance to live a long, healthy life, and that eventually, CHDs will be eradicated altogether. That's why we are dedicated to funding research to advance the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of CHDs. With the help of our volunteers and supporters, we are making great progress. Since The Children's Heart Foundation began funding CHD research more than 25 years ago, survival rates, longevity, and quality of life have dramatically improved for CHD patients. Because of this, The Children's Heart Foundation has added important research focus on developmental, transitional, and long term care needs affecting the millions of Americans with CHDs who now live longer lives. The research we fund positively impacts all CHD patients.

Looking for a holiday gift? Check out Koko’s Candles! ❤ The company is owned and operated by Janeen Kokodynski in Scot...
12/12/2025

Looking for a holiday gift? Check out Koko’s Candles! ❤ The company is owned and operated by Janeen Kokodynski in Scottsdale, Arizona. After losing her son Matthew to a CHD in 2005, Janeen worked tirelessly with The Children’s Heart foundation to fundraise while also creating awareness. In 2017, she combined her love of candle making with her commitment to this nonprofit and Koko’s Candles was born.

A portion of the profits from each candle is donated to The Children's Heart Foundation. Choose from 13 incredible scents and make a difference. Shop at https://kokoscandles.com/

Heart Angel Cecilia "Cici" Faye Severs was born with a rare and serious congenital heart defect, but her short life left...
12/11/2025

Heart Angel Cecilia "Cici" Faye Severs was born with a rare and serious congenital heart defect, but her short life left a powerful legacy of love, courage, and hope.❤ In her honor, Cici's parents, Pete and Anna, developed "Cici the Brave"—a tenderly written and beautifully illustrated children's book that honors Cici's journey and the bravery of all Heart Warriors and Heart Angels. "Cici the Brave" is more than just a story - it's a message of awareness, remembrance, and resilience.💕

To learn more, or purchase a copy of the book, visit: https://cicithebrave.com/
All proceeds from this book will be donated to The Children's Heart Foundation.💝

Meet Isaac! ❤ His family shares: "Isaac is a little boy who loves to walk, run, climb, play and get himself into all s...
12/10/2025

Meet Isaac! ❤ His family shares: "Isaac is a little boy who loves to walk, run, climb, play and get himself into all sorts of mischief! Isaac has Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome ( ), a significant heart defect in which the left side of his heart is very small. As an infant he had two open heart surgeries to help reroute blood flow through the heart, and had his third in the spring of 2025.

These surgeries are vital as they help prolong Isaac's life, but do not solve the issue that he only has half of a working heart. This is where supporting CHD research comes into play- we will ALWAYS be waiting for new strategies and technologies to come along that will help give Isaac the best chance at enjoying a full, happy and healthy life. During his second heart surgery, Isaac was a participant in a stem cell trial for HLHS babies. The initial funding for this research trial was through the support of The Children's Heart Foundation! We are so grateful for the opportunity Isaac had to participate in the trial and hope that its findings help Isaac and other heart warriors and families for years to come!"

We know this time of year can be difficult for families grieving the loss of their precious . As you navigate this holi...
12/09/2025

We know this time of year can be difficult for families grieving the loss of their precious . As you navigate this holiday season, please know our hearts are with yours, holding space for your love, your grief, and your cherished memories. You are not alone. 🤍

12/08/2025

For nearly three decades, The Children’s Heart Foundation has been the nation's leader in the field of congenital heart defect research…and it’s all thanks to the generous support of our donors. ❤

Research is the only way we will discover and deliver the breakthrough treatments of tomorrow that the littlest hearts - and countless adult survivors - are counting on. Learn more about why support from The Children's Heart Foundation is so critical to researchers by watching this video.

Consider making a year-end gift to support further : https://secure.qgiv.com/for/gitcam/

12/05/2025

Registration for the 2026 Congenital Heart Walk series is OFFICIALLY OPEN! 🎉❤️

Join thousands of heart families and supporters across the country as we come together to celebrate Heart Warriors, honor precious Heart Angels, and fuel the next breakthroughs in CHD research and care. These inspiring, family-friendly events unite communities and power the mission that’s changing lives every single day.

Be part of the movement. Be part of the momentum. Be part of the future. Register today for a walk near you: http://chfwalk.org/
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Save the date for the 2026 West Palm Beach Congenital Heart Walk! Join us on February 7, 2026 for a meaningful one-mile ...
12/04/2025

Save the date for the 2026 West Palm Beach Congenital Heart Walk! Join us on February 7, 2026 for a meaningful one-mile walk or take part in the newly added 5K (3.1 mile) run where heart families, supporters, and survivors unite for change. 😍🩷

This family-friendly event brings our community together, honoring Heart Warriors we've lost and celebrating those still fighting. We walk side by side - heart families, bereaved families, and supporters - showing that no one faces CHDs alone.

Register today! https://secure.qgiv.com/event/westpalmbeach/

Today we're revisiting one of the most powerful stories we’ve shared — a reflection from years ago that still beautifull...
12/03/2025

Today we're revisiting one of the most powerful stories we’ve shared — a reflection from years ago that still beautifully captures why our mission matters. ❤

Martha Hauber, who was chair of our Board of Directors at the time, shared: "In the first picture, taken the day Drew was born, I should have realized something was wrong. His feet were VERY blue. My sister was a "blue baby", born with a in 1965. She only lived three days, as there were no treatment options. I thought of the empty space in all my family photos where my sister should have been, and I wondered…would my children have a vacancy where Drew should be? In the throes of surgeries & long hospitalizations, I often prayed if I could just see a family photo of 5 years out, or 10 or 20 years...would Drew still be in the picture? Thanks to CHD research, he is in the photo with his siblings and two brother-in-laws. I will always support The Children's Heart Foundation's mission so there are more children in more family photos." ❤️🫶

The Children’s Heart Foundation funds research to give CHD families more time with the ones they love. Is there anything more valuable? Please open your heart to support research today: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/gitcam/

We are overwhelmed with gratitude for your generosity today for ! Thanks to you, we are one step closer to finding new ...
12/02/2025

We are overwhelmed with gratitude for your generosity today for ! Thanks to you, we are one step closer to finding new treatments for congenital heart defects. ❤ If you haven’t had a chance to donate yet, there’s still time to make an impact: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/gitcam/

Thank you for helping us give hope to Heart Warriors everywhere.

Meet Sloan —a brave Heart Warrior who is thriving today thanks to advancements that have been made through research. ❤ T...
12/02/2025

Meet Sloan —a brave Heart Warrior who is thriving today thanks to advancements that have been made through research. ❤ This , you can help The Children's Heart Foundation fund the research breakthroughs of tomorrow to help more children, like Sloan, live longer, healthier lives.

Donate today: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/gitcam/

12/02/2025

In 2014, The Children’s Heart Foundation awarded a research grant to Dr. Christopher K. Breuer — a pioneer in tissue engineering. His work helped make possible a breakthrough treatment that changed the course of Ricardo’s life.

Ricardo was born with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome ( ). During one of his open-heart surgeries, doctors were able to implant a graft created from his own stem cells — one that can grow with him as he grows. This innovation was made possible because of research you helped fund.

"Dr. Breuer's research has changed the trajectory of our son's life," says Shannon, Ricardo's Mom. "When you support The Children's Heart Foundation, you're not just supporting research — you're supporting families like mine. You're supporting hope, and helping children live healthier, fuller lives."

Dr. Breuer and his team were the first in the world to tissue-engineer blood vessels for infants — and since receiving support from The Children’s Heart Foundation, he has secured millions more in federal funding to advance this lifesaving work. This is the power of your support. 💪

When you donate to The Children’s Heart Foundation, you help launch the next breakthrough that could save a child’s life.❤️ Make a donation to support CHD research today: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/gitcam/

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