The Foundation’s support comes primarily from contributions from individual donors and revenues from annual events. Over 95% of revenue goes directly to the program’s mission.
could help cover the cost of surgical supplies during a life-saving heart transplant for a congenital heart patient in our community.
covers the cost of an hour of in-home private nursing care for a congenital heart baby after open-heart surgery.
would cover the cost of a physical therapy or speech therapy session for a heart patient, who most often has to pay out of pocket for these expenses.
would cover the cost of 5 hours of life-saving, in-home private nursing care for a congenital heart patient recovering from complex heart surgery.
would cover the average cost of an echocardiogram which gives doctors crucial information about a patient’s heart.
would pay for 100 hours of in-home nursing care and invaluable peace of mind for new parents of a congenital heart patient.
could support an educational specialist to assist patients and families identify and understand cognitive or behavioral challenges that are often significant for congenital heart patients.
could help fund a neuropsychologist to provide truly comprehensive care for all congenital heart patients at Levine Children’s Hospital.
Are you eager to make a meaningful difference by organizing a fundraising event for The HEARTest Yard? Whether you’re envisioning delightful bake sales, lemonade stands, heartfelt birthday fundraisers or even spirited car washes, we deeply appreciate the passion of supporters like you who mobilize their communities to aid heart families in need.
If you’ve got a fundraising concept in mind, take the first step towards turning it into a reality by completing our External Event Inquiry Form. Once you’ve submitted the form, a dedicated member of the HEARTest Yard team will reach out to you promptly. To find inspiration for your fundraising event, be sure to peruse our “Fundraising Ideas” sheet for unique and creative event suggestions.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Amber Anderson at aanderson@r4r.org. Your support means the world to us!
Are you interested in supporting the HEARTest Yard by donating item(s) to an upcoming event, silent auction or raffle?
MAKE AN IN-KIND DONATIONThe HEARTest Yard initiative, as part of Receptions for Research: The Greg Olsen Foundation, is audited annually by an independent auditor, and the reports are available on our Financial Impact page.
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.
