NASCAR, NFL Legends Headline Star-Studded Night At 16th annual Cook Out Catwalk for Causes
August 25, 2026
CONCORD, NC (Aug. 21, 2026) – A night filled with big names and even bigger hearts will take to the runway […]
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Established in 2013, The HEARTest Yard is the first and only family support and service program for pediatric cardiovascular patients and their families in the Carolinas.
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The HEARTest Yard, a program under Receptions for Research: The Greg Olsen Foundation, supports families of children with congenital heart disease with in-home nursing care and comprehensive medical services at The HEARTest Yard Congenital Heart Center.
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The journey for a family experiencing life with a child born with a congenital heart defect (CHD) can be daunting, unsettling and down-right scary. The program supports heart babies and their families at many points throughout the child’s development through adulthood, many thanks to generous supporters like you.
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Keeping it local: Charlotte-based restaurant chain gives record donation to Greg Olsen’s HEARTest Yard
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Greg Olsen’s foundation is raising record-breaking money to support children and families affected by congenital […]
Asher’s Perfect Day: How the Panthers helped make his wish come true
August 3, 2026
CHARLOTTE — The plan came together throughout the day. When Dave Canales introduced Asher Harvey to his new teammates in […]
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FamiliesThe HEARTest Yard program seeks to bring joy, comfort and care to CHD children and their families through continued support on this difficult journey.
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The HEARTest Yard program is a part of Receptions for Research: The Greg Olsen Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, and was established in 2013 as the first and only family support and service program for pediatric cardiovascular patients and their families in the Carolinas.
