We're truly grateful for your visit to our team page! If you've made it here, there's a good chance you already know Ben's story. If not, here's a quick backstory on our miracle boy.

Ben was born in April 2022 with a complex congenital heart defect. At birth, he was immediately transferred to the Cardiac ICU at St. Louis Children's Hospital where he spent over 300 days in his first year of life. Ben was in heart failure, and he required mechanical support to bridge him to a transplant. He received the most precious gift of life in November 2022.

Ben is now a thriving 3-year-old little boy who loves playing rescue vehicles, building with blocks, dancing to music, and running around outside! He walks, talks, run, jumps, and causes chaos just like his twin brother, Logan, and big sis, Avery! Ben has such a joyful spirit, and he truly is a miracle.

Did you know that every 15 minutes in the United States, a baby is born with a congenital heart defect? CHDs are the most common birth defect. The Children's Heart Foundation seeks to advance the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of CHDs by funding groundbreaking research. Funds raised for the 2025 St. Louis Congenital Heart Walk will support the mission of The Children's Heart Foundation.

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.

Will you join us in making a real difference? Please consider supporting our team or walking with us. Every step we take brings us closer to improving the lives of those affected by congenital heart defects.