CALGARY, Alberta — Canadian Pacific Kansas City has announced a $1.5 million commitment to support the American Heart Association for heart research over the next three years.
As part of the commitment announced on Valentine’s Day, CPKC will support four two-year pre-doctoral fellowships and four one-year pre-doctoral fellowships chosen by the Heart Association and focused on cardiovascular disease research. The company will also sponsor yearly Heart Walks in Chicago; Kansas City; Dallas; Shreveport, La.; Dubuque and Davenport, Iowa; and Minneapolis-St. Paul.
“At CPKC, we recognize the important work done by the team at the American Heart Association in the many communities in which we live, work, and operate, and we are thrilled to increase our support to help ensure the AHA is well-equipped to meet patients’ needs,” said Chad Becker, CPKC chief of staff, said in a press release.
The CPKC-AHA relationship started in 2015 at a single location and has grown into a relationship spanning six states. It is part of the CPKC Has Heart community investment program.
“We are incredibly grateful for CPKC’s remarkable commitment to the American Heart Association. Their critical support will allow our organization to advance lifesaving research and drive more equitable health for everyone, everywhere,” said Kevin Harker, American Heart Association executive vice president, Midwest. “Thank you to CPKC for standing with us as a relentless force for longer, healthier lives.”
