Transformational $3 Million Gift to Advance Women's Heart Health
A $3 million donation from Lee and Valerie Shapiro to the American Heart Association aims to enhance women's heart health through research and awareness campaigns.
Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death among women, surpassing all forms of cancer combined, according to the American Heart Association. A significant stride towards combating this issue has been made with a $3 million gift from Lee and Valerie Shapiro, dedicated philanthropists and volunteers. This generous contribution will bolster the Association's Mother’s Day matching gift campaign and support the Go Red for Women® Venture Fund, focusing on innovative research and community initiatives to improve women's cardiovascular health.
The Shapiros' personal connection to the cause stems from their own family experiences with cardiovascular disease, motivating their commitment to advancing heart health. Their previous involvement in launching the Millions Honoring Moms campaign, which matches donations up to $1 million during May, has already made a substantial impact. The campaign addresses the critical gap in awareness and research, particularly among women of color, who are disproportionately affected by heart disease.
Nancy Brown, CEO of the American Heart Association, praised the Shapiros for their extraordinary generosity and leadership. Their latest donation ensures the continuation of the matching gift campaign and furthers the objectives of the Go Red for Women Venture Fund. Lee Shapiro, a venture capitalist, emphasized the importance of supporting early-stage innovations in women's health, highlighting the fund's role in nurturing groundbreaking solutions.
For more information on the American Heart Association's initiatives, visit https://heart.org. Details about the Go Red for Women movement can be found at https://GoRedforWomen.org.