MISSION STATEMENT
Heart of West Georgia is a 501 (C) 3 organization that focuses on raising money for Heart Education, Cardiovascular Projects, Women’s Health and Obesity to support the people of West Georgia. All money raised remain in our community as we work to battle our nations #1 Killer, Heart Disease.
Our Story
Heart of West Georgia, Inc. (HOWG) was formed to raise funds to provide awareness of healthy hearts to Lagrange, GA and the surrounding area. The board raises funds through planned fundraisers one of which is an annual golf tournament in the spring of each year. HOWG’s mission is to provide grants for projects related to education, equipment, and research in the following areas of concern and focus: Cardiovascular Disease, Women’s Health, and Childhood Obesity.
Heart of West Georgia fundraising events are planned and staffed by the board of directors as well as volunteers in the community. The Board is considered a volunteer “working” board and all members are asked to participate. The Board is quite diverse with local professionals in medicine, education, and business. The Board is instrumental in establishing contacts with local organizations that may be in need of financial funding for projects that fit into our mission.
The Board has a past affiliation with the American Heart Association (AHA). AHA decided to concentrate its efforts on metropolitan areas in 2008 so the local Board decided to form what now is the Heart of West Georgia, Inc. a nonprofit organization. HOWG received it’s nonprofit status in 2010 and has been continually planning fundraising activities to help support and fund research, equipment, and education through grants in West Georgia.
Our Values & Beliefs
Value #1
Promoting heart health in our community is extremely important.
Value #2
The risks of cardiovascular disease and stroke can be tremendously reduced by adhering to The American Heart Association’s “Essential 8” ™
• Eat Better
• Be More Active
• Quit Tobacco
• Get Healthy Sleep
• Manage Weight
• Control Cholesterol
• Manage Blood Sugar
• Manage Blood Pressure
Value #3
All money raised from Heart of West Georgia stays in our community.
Our Board Members
Meet Our Heart Of West Georgia board professionals that are responsible for steering and shaping the future of our organization.
Nicole Kennedy
President
Brent Addison
First Vice President
Barry Smith
Treasurer
Jane Bower
Secretary
Christian Johnson
Board Member
CHRISTIANFSDJOHNSON@GMAIL.COM
The Board is considered a volunteer “working” board and all members are asked to participate. The Board is quite diverse with local professionals in medicine, education, and business. The Board is instrumental in establishing contacts with local organizations that may be in need of financial funding for projects that fit into our mission.
Community Engagement
Being involved in one’s community is a rewarding and fulfilling experience that helps to bring people together, build a sense of belonging, and make a positive impact in the lives of others. Whether it’s through volunteering at a local organization, participating in neighborhood events, or simply taking the time to get to know your neighbors, Heart Of West Georgia is proud to contribute it’s time and effort in our community supporting multiple organizations.
Organizations that Heart Of West Georgia proudly supports:
• LaGrange Cycling Classic
• Friends of The Thread
• Troup County School System
• Paint The Town Pink
• Vernon Woods Retirement Home
• Emory Clark Holder Clinic
• Troup Cares
• Wellstar West Georgia
• LaGrange Fire Department
• LaGrange Police Department
• LaGrange College
LaGrange Cycling Classic
HOWG sponsored the children’s races for the 2022 LaGrange Cycling Classic event in town. Many children came out to show off their cycling skills.
Sharing Heart Health
Heart Of West Georgia had the pleassure of sharing heart health with the students of TCSS elementary schools during Summer Camps across the district.
Our Partners
Partners from across Georgia have committed to support The Heart of West Georgia through donations. The Heart of West Georgia’s partners are organizations and individuals that make a commitment to the initiative to help prevent heart related diseases in the community.
Donate
Donations may be sent to:
Address: P.O. Box 303 * LaGrange, GA 30241
In-Kind doantions may be coordinated by contacting:
Contact: Nicole Kennedy
Contact info: KENNEDYSN@TROUP.ORG
GIVING BACK
All money raised or donated to Heart of West Georgia will remain in our community as we work together to battle our nations #1 Killer, Heart Disease.
Contact the Heart of West Georgia Today!
Heart Of West Georgia
P.O. Box 303 * LaGrange, GA 30241
board@heartofwestgeorgia.org
@ 2022 Heart Of West Georgia
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