American Heart Association

Cause Area

Health & Medicine

Location

5 Brookside DriveWallingford, CT 06492 United States

Website:

http://www.heart.org

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http://www.heart.org

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Eastern CT Heart Walk - UConn Avery Point

Oct 5 - Oct 5 | 07:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Groton, CT 06340

The American Heart Association is working to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives - a world where everyone can achieve the best possible health - and it starts right here in Connecticut. The Heart Walk is a fun family event where participants walk with friends, family members and co-workers and get moving together as they join more than a million people in more than 300 communities across the country in taking a stand against heart disease and stroke - the No. 1 and No. 5 killers of Americans. Every day, every place you go, the American Heart Association is there with you in your life. We make that promise to you. Please join in this journey to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Together we can make it easier to be healthy where we live, work, learn, play. We are proud to present this unique opportunity to volunteer your time and talents at the Heart Walk... Eastern CT Heart Walk * Sunday, October 5th, 2025 University of Connecticut - Avery Point Campus- Groton, CT VOLUNTEER ATTIRE: Wear comfortable sneakers. Volunteer t-shirt will be provided at the event. The Heart Walk is rain or shine, please dress appropriately. TIME COMMITTMENT: Please be prompt and arrive by 7:00 am to learn about your role(s) and remain through break-down of the event - approximately 12:00 pm. Periodic breaks will be scheduled throughout the day. VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES: Volunteers are so vital to the success of this event; therefore, as someone says "Yes! Count me in," we are thrilled and consider it a serious commitment, and truly depend on each person to attend, actively participate...and have some fun! We encourage all volunteers to be flexible with their responsibilities throughout the event, as we may need to adjust assignments as the event progresses. * Set-up and break down of walk route and event * Welcome Area | Registration * Wear heart costume/interact with crowd * Cheerleaders at Start/Finish Line to celebrate walkers * Lead the Kids Zone with interactive activities * Distribute bottled water at Hydration Stations * Refreshment area * Assist with team photos * Lead the Survivor/Tribute Sticker Area * Bark Park for our furry friends along the route * Selfie Station along walk route * Safety Monitor/Pacer - Be the last walker Are you ready to join in the fun? Please email: derek.destefano@heart.org

Date Posted: May 20, 2025
Greater Hartford Heart Walk

Sep 6 - Sep 6 | 07:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Hartford, CT 06103

The American Heart Association is working to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives - a world where everyone can achieve the best possible health - and it starts right here in Connecticut. The Heart Walk is a fun family event where participants walk with friends, family members and co-workers and get moving together as they join more than a million people in more than 300 communities across the country in taking a stand against heart disease and stroke - the No. 1 and No. 5 killers of Americans. Every day, every place you go, the American Heart Association is there with you in your life. We make that promise to you. Please join in this journey to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Together we can make it easier to be healthy where we live, work, learn, play. We are proud to present this unique opportunity to volunteer your time and talents at the Heart Walk... Greater Hartford Heart Walk * Saturday, September 6th, 2025 Mortensen Riverfront Park, Hartford, CT VOLUNTEER ATTIRE: Wear comfortable sneakers. Volunteer t-shirt will be provided at the event. The Heart Walk is rain or shine, please dress appropriately. TIME COMMITTMENT: Please be prompt and arrive by 7:00 am to learn about your role(s) and remain through break-down of the event - approximately 1:00 pm. Periodic breaks will be scheduled throughout the day. VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES: Volunteers are so vital to the success of this event; therefore, as someone says "Yes! Count me in," we are thrilled and consider it a serious commitment, and truly depend on each person to attend, actively participate...and have some fun! We encourage all volunteers to be flexible with their responsibilities throughout the event, as we may need to adjust assignments as the event progresses. * Set-up and break down of walk route and event * Welcome Area | Registration * Wear heart costume/interact with crowd * Cheerleaders at Start/Finish Line to celebrate walkers * Lead the Kids Zone with interactive activities * Distribute bottled water at Hydration Stations * Refreshment area * Assist with team photos * Lead the Survivor/Tribute Sticker Area * Bark Park for our furry friends along the route * Selfie Station along walk route * Safety Monitor/Pacer - Be the last walker Are you ready to join in the fun? Please email: derek.destefano@heart.org

Date Posted: May 20, 2025

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To build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke.

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National and international non-profit organization which focuses on raising awareness, promoting prevention, educating the public, and raising funds for research around the issue of cardiovascular disease and stroke.

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