IRVINE, California, September 11, 2023 — The 2023 Orange County Heart and Stroke Ball will be held Saturday, September 16, 2023, at the Ritz Carlton, in Dana Point. The annual gala is a culmination of the year-round American Heart Association Heart of Orange County campaign, an initiative uniting community leaders to invest and make an impact in improving CPR education, controlling blood pressure and improving nutrition security. The Heart and Stroke Ball marks a moment in time to reflect, honor and celebrate the progress made through the determination, dedication, and passion of all who support the Heart of Orange County.
The American Heart Association Orange County/Inland Empire/Coachella Valley board has designated blood pressure as a critical issue to address this year to measurably improve health for all people in this community. Part of the Heart Ball program will highlight the work done in the Orange County/Inland Empire to educate the community on heart health.
The 2023 Orange County Heart and Stroke Ball is chaired by Skip Elefante, Genevieve Elefante-Sigmund, and Dane Elefante from Platinum Storage Group. Edwards Lifesciences and UCI Health are presenting sponsors with Johnson & Johnson Medtech as premier sponsor. Attendees will enjoy a fabulous evening of dining, entertainment by Voices of Rock Radio featuring John Elefante (Former Lead Singer of Kansas), Wendy Moten (Favorite on "The Voice") and Kevin Chalfant (Lead Singer with The Storm & Journey), and dancing to JT and Friends. In addition, there will be a passion speaker and an exciting auction.
The Heart of Orange County campaign and the Heart and Stroke Ball support the Association’s 2024 Health Equity Impact Goal, which aims to reduce barriers to health care access and quality. The American Heart Association is the world’s leading nonprofit organization focuses on heart and brain health. For more information on how to support the American Heart Association or how to reserve your spot at the Orange County Heart and Stroke Ball, visit ocheartball.org.
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About the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. We are dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities. Through collaboration with numerous organizations, and powered by millions of volunteers, we fund innovative research, advocate for the public’s health and share lifesaving resources. The Dallas-based organization has been a leading source of health information for nearly a century. Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook, X or by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1.
For Media Inquiries:
Daniel Ruacho at daniel.ruacho@heart.org or 480-773-2355
For Public Inquiries: 1-800-AHA-USA1 (242-8721)
heart.org and stroke.org
