DAVIE, FLA. (WSVN) – A stroll for a trigger introduced out 1000’s of individuals to Davie this weekend.
The American Coronary heart Affiliation’s Broward Coronary heart Stroll kicked off at Nova Southeastern College, Sunday morning.
Greater than 3,000 folks participated. From those that have survived coronary heart circumstances to supporters, everybody walked with a message that’s close to and pricey to their hearts.
Participant Macy Curtis mentioned she lately obtained a pacemaker.
“At all times be your individual advocate, and all the time stick up for your self, and know your physique. You recognize your physique greater than anyone,” she mentioned.
Many native organizations participated after elevating cash for the American Coronary heart Affiliation — together with Rick Case Automotive Group and Metropolis Furnishings.
“[We’re helping] the American Coronary heart Affiliation to make sure lives [are] saved for everyone,” mentioned Ryan Case with Rick Case Automotive Group. “You recognize, we’ve dedicated to donating 750 CPR lfesaving kits over the subsequent three years.”
“[I’m here] to assist the American Coronary heart Affiliation, fundraise for an incredible trigger, drive some consciousness for actually necessary causes like simply the best way to do CPR and, actually, simply getting everyone collectively to boost some cash and avoid wasting lives,” mentioned Metropolis Furnishings CEO Andrew Koenig.
“It’s about to encourage wholesome consuming, wholesome dwelling, in order that we are able to have stronger hearts,” mentioned Broward Coronary heart Stroll Chair Leah Carpenter.
WSVN is a proud supporter of the American Coronary heart Affiliation. 7’s Tavares Jones served as emcee for Sunday’s occasion.
Interms of the organizations who participated within the occasion, Memorial Healthcare System got here out on prime, elevating greater than $1 million.
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