Leaders of
Impact
Congratulations!
to the 2025 National Leaders of Impact Winner, Laura Merrick!
Join Us!
Nominate a Leader of Impact
Do you know someone who is ready to step up and make an impact on the heart health of their community? We are now accepting nominations for the Leaders of Impact campaign. Click here to nominate a changemaker from your network today!
Find a Local Campaign
Want to learn more about Leaders of Impact in your community? Search campaigns and nominees across the country here.
Support leaders of impact
Learn more about the ways you can support the American Heart Association’s mission to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.
Meet Our 2025 Centennial Club!
Patrick Arlantico
Leaders of Impact
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Michael Feeney
Leaders of Impact
Pittsburgh, PA
Todd Fleming
Leaders of Impact
Pittsburgh, PA
Laura Merrick
Leaders of Impact
Chicago, IL
Michael Openlander
Leaders of Impact
Houston, TX
Sarah Starry
Leaders of Impact
Houston, TX
Meet our past Centennial Club Winners here.
Learn More About the American Heart Association
For 100 years, we've been fighting heart disease and stroke, striving to save and improve lives.
Ready to make an impact?
Leaders of Impact brings together changemakers from across the country. Get connected with your local campaign today!
See us in action!
$9.7
Billion
Secured to expand programs that children and families live healthier lives, starting where help is needed the most
$6.1
Billion
Invested in lifesaving cardiovascular and stroke research
22
Million
People Trained in CPR Each Year





