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About Leaders of Impact


Every year across the country, a select group of individuals are nominated to be a part of Leaders of Impact because of their passion and drive to make a difference. This 7-week competition is relentlessly focused on equitable health for all. Launching in the fall, nominees work to build campaign plans, recruit Impact Teams, and inspire their networks to support the American Heart Association’s lifesaving mission.

At the end of the campaign, this special group of changemakers will be celebrated for the impact they have on our mission and community. The nominee who makes the greatest impact and raises the most funds locally will be named a local Leaders of Impact winner. Additionally, the nominee who makes the greatest impact nationwide will be named the American Heart Association National Leaders of Impact Winner.

Interested in being an impact nominee? Please contact McKenzie Lamb at McKenzie.Lamb@heart.org for more information.


Group of three photos, the first is the group photo of First Horizon Bank attendees holding up hearts in the ballroom. The second is Chair Kim Carter awarding the Tarrant County Leader of Impact, Courtney Lewis, with a red bouquet. The Last photo is a group photo of Frost Bank attendees with their Leader of Impact nominee, Julie Ferraro.

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Tarrant County Heart Ball


Saturday, April 18, 2026
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM CT


The Worthington Renaissance
Fort Worth Hotel

200 Main Street
Fort Worth, TX 76102


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