Heather's Story
A Story That Became a Mission
Heather Freligh is alive today because people around her acted quickly during a sudden cardiac arrest emergency at school.
But her survival revealed something bigger:
Too many schools and communities are not prepared.
No plan.
No training.
No immediate access to lifesaving tools.
Heather’s story sparked real change — including legislation requiring cardiac emergency response planning in schools — but there is still more work to be done.
That’s why this foundation exists.
Our Mission
What We Do
The Heather Freligh Heart Foundation ensures that every child has a chance to survive sudden cardiac arrest by focusing on:
✔ CPR Confidence Training
We teach students and communities how to act fast and save lives.
✔ AED Readiness & Access
We help schools and youth programs obtain and maintain lifesaving devices.
✔ Emergency Response Planning
We support campuses in creating and practicing cardiac emergency plans.
✔ Youth Leadership
We empower students to become first responders, advocates, and leaders.
Be a Part of the Lifesaving Movement
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