Every 34 seconds, heart disease claims another life.

End heart disease and stroke for everyone. Donate Now.

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Since the American Heart Association was founded in 1924, deaths from cardiovascular diseases have been cut in half. But heart disease remains the leading cause of death, and there’s still so much more to do. Together, we can save more lives.

Your donation today will:

  • Drive critical research

  • Improve care

  • Empower lifesavers

Donation FAQs

Is my donation tax-deductible?

Yes, the American Heart Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and your donation is tax-deductible as allowed by law. Our Tax ID is 13-5613797.

Can I make a donation in honor or memory of someone?

Absolutely. You can dedicate your donation in honor or memory of a loved one. Simply provide their details during the donation process, and you can even send a personalized notification to their family

How will my donation be used?

When you donate to the American Heart Association, you are joining the fight against our nation's No. 1 and No. 5 killers - heart disease and stroke. Your donation helps us fund lifesaving research, advocate for healthier communities, improve patient care and work for equitable health for all people.

 Is it safe to donate online?

Yes, our online donation platform uses secure encryption technology to protect your personal and financial information.

Our Measurable Impact

Your donation supports initiatives that deliver real results:

$5+
Billion

Invested in research since 1949.

22
million

People trained in CPR annually.

19
million+

Patients benefiting from quality care for high blood pressure.

2
million

People reached with nutrition improvements in 44 communities.

15.1%

reduction in deaths from heart disease since 2018

13.6%

Reduction in deaths from stroke since 2018.

Fuel Lifesaving Research

When you donate, you drive innovation. Since 1949, your generosity has helped fuel a $5.7 billion investment in research, funding over 47,000 projects—including the work of 14 Nobel Prize-winning scientists. In 2022 alone, we enabled 868 new projects with $178 million in grants, accelerating discoveries like cholesterol inhibitors and drug-coated stents. Be part of the next breakthrough by donating today.

Support Hands-On CPR Training

Each year, over 350,000 people experience cardiac arrest outside of a hospital, with only 10% surviving due to lack of timely CPR. Thanks to donor support, the American Heart Association trains 22 million people annually, doubling survival rates. Your generosity can help bring life-saving CPR training to more communities, empowering people to act in critical moments.