Image gallery for: 2024 national volunteer week message volunteers are the heartbeat of the american heart association we want to recognize the millions of dedicated volunteers who work tirelessly to support by american heart association uplifting music hi i m nancy brown ceo of the american heart association it is a remarkable time to be part of the aha family as we celebrate 100 years of life saving work made possible by volunteers donors and supporters like you during this milestone moment i am beyond grateful for your generosity and your passionate commitment to our cause with bold hearts we are forging ahead into our second century with a vision to advance health and hope for everyone everywhere your efforts make it possible for us to fund groundbreaking research support patients and caregivers improve systems of care advocate for public policies and work alongside our neighbors to improve the health of our communities together we are breaking down barriers to quality health care making scientific research more inclusive including building a nation of lifesavers through cpr awareness and training none of this is possible without you with your help we will continue until heart disease and stroke no longer exist because our future is about improving yours from my heart thank you uplifting music