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Every 15 minutes, a baby is born with a congenital heart defect.

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OUR MISSION

To advance the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of congenital heart defects (CHDs) by funding the most promising research.

Research Projects Funded

178
Funded Research & Scientific Collaborations

$21M
Years of Funding

30

UPCOMING EVENTS

Charleston Congenital Heart Walk

November 14, 2026
Charleston, SC

12th Annual Red Tie Ball

December 12, 2026
Chicago, IL

6th Annual Hearts the Hope Gala

February 26, 2027
St. Louis, MO

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CURRENT NEWS

The Power of Your Support: 30th Anniversary Update

October 28, 2026

The Power of Your Support: 30th Anniversary Update

Learn how your support has helped advance the field of CHD research over the past three decades.

The American Academy of Pediatrics and Children’s Heart Foundation announce Pediatric Cardiology Research Fellowship Recipient

September 21, 2026

The American Academy of Pediatrics and Children’s Heart Foundation announce Pediatric Cardiology Research Fellowship Recipient

Lena Dang, MD, PhD, Clinical Fellow at The Washington University in St. Louis, will receive this year’s award.

The Children’s Heart Foundation Announces 2026 Scholarship Recipients Advancing Equity in Congenital Heart Defect Research

August 31, 2026

The Children’s Heart Foundation Announces 2026 Scholarship Recipients Advancing Equity in Congenital Heart Defect Research

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