KALAMAZOO, Mich. — The American Heart Associated hosted its 2026 Kalamazoo Heart Walk on Saturday.
Volunteers, participating walkers, organizers and other community members gathered at Homer Stryker Field to raise funds and awareness for life-saving heart disease and stroke research, community programs, and advocacy efforts.
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“What a great thing, it’s a great cause and so many families, so many individuals have been touched by heart disease, it is great that we all come together and help each other out,” said Jeff Brazda, an American Heart Association volunteer.
The walk/fundraiser aimed to celebrate survivors and raise funds to support the mission of the American Heart Association, according to their website.
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This year’s walk raised over $140,000 by Saturday’s count, just under the goal of $160,000 that was set…