To my parents and best sister in the world Mackenzie noticing all of my symptoms, to my Grandmas and Aunts who saw my fast beating heart, to Dr. Jeffrey Goldman who heard my heart murmur, to Dr. Mohy Kotb discovering that I have a Congenital Heart Defect called ALCAPA, to all of the surgeons, doctors, nurses, and staff at the New York Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital for operating on me and taking such great care of me during my 5 week hospitalization, to my amazing family and friends supporting me every step of the way… I want to express a heartfelt THANK YOU for saving my life! I am now heart strong because of you and I love you so much!

On Saturday, September 28, 2024 I will be crawling, standing, and/or walking at the Congenital Heart Walk event in New York. This event carries immense significance for me because it’s a stride toward changing lives, just like mine. This endeavor is all about supporting The Children’s Heart Foundation and their crucial mission – advancing diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of congenital heart defects through groundbreaking research.

I now have an opportunity to pay it forward and invite you to continue to be part of my journey and supporting my fundraising efforts.

Thank you for your generosity in advance and for standing beside me in this mission. Your support means the world to me!

With Love Always,

Amaris Skye Civil