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Our vision is to eliminate preventable death and disability from sudden cardiac arrest while supporting those affected by SCA.

Stay informed—join our newsletter for the latest updates: https://bit.ly/SCAF_Newsletter. Our mission is to raise awareness of SCA and promote initiatives that help save lives through education, research, and community.

03/12/2026

💙 CASA Virtual Meetup | March 18 at 5 PM ET 💙

If you or someone you love has been affected by sudden cardiac arrest, you’re not alone. Join us for the next Cardiac Arrest Survivor Alliance™ (CASA) Virtual Meetup on March 18 at 5:00 PM ET, led by Dr. Sarah Perman.

The Cardiac Arrest Survivor Alliance (CASA)—an initiative of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation—brings together survivors, families, friends, caregivers, rescuers, and advocates in a supportive online community.

Through peer support, trusted information, and access to experts, CASA helps people impacted by cardiac arrest recover, reconnect, and thrive. It’s truly a home for hope and healing.

Our vision is to make CASA an indispensable destination for anyone affected by cardiac arrest—and this meetup is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others who understand the journey.

💬 Join the conversation and be part of this supportive community.

👉 Learn more about CASA and sign up on the CASA website: https://casahearts.org/

CASA is a program of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation.

03/11/2026

🚨 Myth vs. Fact 🚨

Myth: Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) only happens to people with a history of heart problems.

Fact: For many people, SCA is the first indication that something is wrong with the heart. It can strike without warning, even in people who appear healthy and have no known heart disease.

That’s why awareness, CPR training, and access to AEDs are so critical. When more people know how to recognize SCA and respond quickly, more lives can be saved.

💙 Learn the signs.
💙 Know CPR.
💙 Be ready to act.

Together, we can turn awareness into action and help save lives.

03/10/2026

❤️ Lead with HEART: Champion Welcome Webinar ❤️

Are you ready to make a difference in the fight against sudden cardiac arrest? Join the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation for our Lead with HEART: Champion Welcome webinar.

📅 March 30, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM ET

Whether you’re new to the H.E.A.R.T. Champion program or just looking for a refresher, this session will help you get connected and inspired. During the webinar, we’ll cover:

✨ What H.E.A.R.T. Champions do
✨ How we support our Champions
✨ Upcoming opportunities to get involved
✨ Ways to connect with fellow advocates

This is a great opportunity to strengthen your network, learn how you can lead with HEART, and help save lives.

👉 Sign up today and be part of a community committed to turning awareness into action. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/6FegLd-7Qd-W9re-2vU4zw #/registration (link in bio)

👉 Not yet a H.E.A.R.T. Champion? Learn more about our program and sign up here: https://www.sca-aware.org/champions

03/09/2026

Every day, about 1,000 people experience sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) in the United States. Awareness, education, and community support can make the difference between life and death, and you can help make that impact. ❤️

When you give to the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation, you power critical work that helps save lives and support families affected by SCA, including:

🔹 Empowering individuals and communities through the Ready to Respond training initiative
🔹 Empowering advocates through the H.E.A.R.T. Champion program
🔹 Supporting those impacted by sudden cardiac arrest through the Cardiac Arrest Survivor Alliance (CASA) 🔹 Hosting educational webinars 🔹 Leading public awareness initiatives such as the Call-Push-Shock movement
🔹 Serving as an information clearinghouse on sudden cardiac arrest
🔹 Advancing research to improve awareness and post-SCA quality of life

The time to act is now. With every donation, you help raise awareness, empower lifesaving action, and support those whose lives have been forever changed by sudden cardiac arrest.

Every gift counts. 💙

The Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 43-2093206).

03/08/2026

🌎 Raising Awareness Worldwide: Jana Bonassi

We are incredibly proud to spotlight Jana Bonassi, sudden cardiac arrest survivor, advocate, author, and Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation Ambassador, who recently competed in the Mrs. World competition in Las Vegas, representing Brazil on the international stage.

Jana continues to use her voice, story, and platform to raise awareness about sudden cardiac arrest and the importance of preparedness, CPR education, and AED access. Her advocacy extends far beyond the pageant world. Jana is a passionate champion for heart safety and survivor support everywhere.

Read more about Jana’s inspiring journey here: https://www.sca-aware.org/sca-news/raising-awareness-worldwide-jana-bonassi-at-mrs-world (link in bio)

03/07/2026

💛 Survivor Spotlight: A Second - and Third - Chance at Life

At 55, Butch collapsed in sudden cardiac arrest. His wife Susie started CPR immediately. First responders arrived within minutes. After 45 minutes of CPR and 22 shocks, his heart finally started beating.

He walked out of the hospital eight days later with an ICD, a device that would save his life many times over the next 21 years.

Since then, Butch and Susie have:
✅ Taught CPR/AED classes
✅ Advocated for AED access in rural communities
✅ Helped pass Iowa’s CPR graduation requirement
✅ Trained lawmakers in Washington, D.C.
✅ Shared their story nationwide

Then in 2025, at age 76, cardiac arrest struck again. His ICD fired. Paramedics performed CPR on the side of a rural highway. He survived, again.

Today, they continue raising awareness because they know firsthand:

Preparedness saves lives.
Every second matters. Every trained bystander matters. Every AED matters.

💛 Learn CPR. Know where your nearest AED is. You could help give someone their second, or third, chance at life.

03/06/2026

Happy ! This week, we released our 2025 Impact Report. The progress and accomplishments that we were able to make last year are directly impacted by the ongoing support of this community, so thank you! ♥️

This week, we also announced a new SCAF Ambassador, Hailey Yentz. Welcome to the team, Hailey. We are thrilled to have you!

We have many upcoming webinars and events. Please check the calendar and watch for posts about these events to register! Have a wonderful weekend!

Read our March newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/sca-aware/march2026 (link in bio)

03/06/2026

We’re excited to welcome Elevate Healthcare as a new corporate partner! 👏

Focused on healthcare simulation, Elevate prepares clinicians, educators, and first responders for real-world emergencies, including sudden cardiac arrest.

The Elevate SMART Manikin, developed in partnership with the American Red Cross, is a self-directed training solution for First Aid, CPR, AED, and Basic Life Support education, delivering real-time feedback on lifesaving skills.

By providing highly precise assessment of lifesaving skills, the SMART Manikin helps organizations train with accuracy, flexibility, and reach, enhancing readiness when sudden cardiac arrest strikes.

At the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation, we’re proud to partner with leaders who are advancing preparedness and strengthening the chain of survival.

🔗 Learn more here: https://www.sca-aware.org/corporate-partners-and-foundations/elevate-healthcare

03/05/2026

The 2025 People Saving People Award Nominee stories are now LIVE! 💙

The Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation is proud to share the inspiring stories of this year’s nominees, extraordinary individuals who took action and made a lifesaving difference.

We invite you to visit our website to read their powerful stories and watch the special 2025 nominee video featuring all of these heroes:
🎥 https://www.sca-aware.org/people-saving-people-heroes-who-made-a-difference

A very special thank you to Samya Madhukar, SCAF intern, for creating this incredible video and thoughtfully developing the 2025 nomination stories from the submitted nominations. Your dedication and hard work helped bring these lifesaving stories to life.

Take a few minutes to be inspired, and help us celebrate the people who prove that anyone can save a life.

03/04/2026

❌ Myth: If a child collapses, you should wait for medical professionals.

✅ Fact: Immediate CPR and use of an AED can double or triple survival.

Children need the same rapid response as adults:

📞 Call 911
🫀 Start CPR immediately
⚡ Use an AED as soon as it’s available

AEDs are safe for children. Many devices have pediatric pads or a child setting, but if those aren’t available, standard adult pads can and should still be used.

Why this matters:
Sudden cardiac arrest is not a heart attack. It’s an electrical problem that causes the heart to suddenly stop beating effectively. Without immediate action, brain injury can begin within minutes.

Preparedness saves young lives, too. 💛

Learning CPR and knowing where an AED is located could mean the difference between life and death for a child in your community.

03/03/2026

The Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation is honored to welcome Hailey Yentz as a SCAF Ambassador. ❤️

Hailey is a sudden cardiac arrest survivor, former collegiate student-athlete, and passionate advocate for CPR and AED awareness.

A lifelong competitive distance runner, Hailey earned all-state honors in high school and continued her athletic career on a track scholarship at East Carolina University. In February 2025, she suffered sudden cardiac arrest on campus due to an undiagnosed genetic heart condition, ARVC (arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy). She survived because athletic trainers immediately began CPR and used an AED.

Today, Hailey is turning her survival into purpose.

As a Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation Ambassador, she will:
✅ Share her powerful story
✅ Promote CPR & AED education
✅ Champion sudden cardiac arrest awareness and preparedness nationwide

“Surviving sudden cardiac arrest showed me how quickly life can change and how important it is for people to be prepared," says Hailey. "CPR and access to an AED saved my life, and I want to use my story to help others understand that anyone can make a difference by learning these lifesaving skills."

We are inspired by Hailey’s strength and grateful for her voice in advancing our mission.

💙 Learn CPR.
💙 Know where an AED is located.
💙 Be ready to save a life.

Read more about Hailey here: https://www.sca-aware.org/sca-news/hailey-yentz-named-sudden-cardiac-arrest-foundation-ambassador

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