Congenital Heart Defects are among the most common types of birth defects worldwide. These defects involve structural issues in the heart that can range from mild to life-threatening, and they remain a leading cause of infant mortality. In the United States alone, more than 40,000 babies are born each year with some form of CHD, which translates to roughly 1 in every 100 babies. If we use some general populations statistics, we can estimate that approximately 6 of CalPeco’s fifty thousand customers’ babies are born with a CHD every year.

While advances in diagnosis and treatment have improved survival rates, ongoing medical research is crucial for discovering better treatments, enhancing early detection, and ultimately preventing CHDs. The Children’s Heart Foundation’s mission is to fund the most promising research in these areas, providing hope for better outcomes for children affected by CHDs.

Join us at 12:00 PM at the NLT office as we come together in support of this important cause. We'll walk together to the North Tahoe Regional Park to show our solidarity with children and families affected by CHDs. Water and snacks will be provided, and we encourage you to bring along family and friends — the more, the merrier. If you'd like to help raise funds, you can register to join our team or make a donation through The Children's Heart Foundation website.