2024 Philadelphia Congenital Heart Walk

We're truly grateful for your visit to our team page!

Our son Oliver James was diagnosed with a congenital heart defect at 3 days old. He spent his first week of life in the PICU at UNC Chapel Hill Medical Hospital. He later returned for open heart surgery to repair his TAPVR on January 10, 2024 at 14 weeks old. He is doing wonderfully and back to his smiley little self.

Every 15 minutes in the United States, a baby is born with a congenital heart defect, making CHDs the most common birth defect in our country. The Congenital Heart Walk is dedicated to making a difference. Our mission is clear - we aim to raise funds to support The Children's Heart Foundation in its quest to advance the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of CHDs by funding groundbreaking research.

We invite you to join us in this mission. By supporting our team or even walking with us, you're contributing to research that can save and enhance the lives of infants born with CHDs, as well as children and adults living with these conditions. Your support makes a significant impact, and for that, we want to say a heartfelt thank you.

Tom & Kristy