Every 34 seconds, heart disease claims another life.
End heart disease and stroke for everyone. Donate Now.
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:
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Drive critical research
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Improve care
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Empower lifesavers
Donation FAQs
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.
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
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.
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