Meet our Heart Heroes! Visit our Heart Hero Hall of Fame Page!
We have an abundance of aPPLICATIONS!
SUPPORT A VCF FAMILY OR ADULT TODAY!
VCF has received over 100 assistance applications from Jan 1 until Oct 1.
It is our goal to be able to serve EVERYONE who applies and is in need of resources, mentorship, and financial assistance.
Support a family or an adult with CHD today! Every dollar matters!
100% of your donation goes to our programs, not administrative costs!
2nd ANNUAL PILLOWCASE/blanket campaign
VCF has Collected More than 300 Pillowcases and Blankets with More Coming In Every Day!
ITEMS WILL BE TAKEN TO CHOP and NEMOURS Cardiac UNITS.
-NEW STANDARD PILLOWCASES AND TWIN SIZE OR SMALLER BLANKETS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
-WE WILL LAUNDER THEM IN ALLERGEN-FREE DETERGENT.
-HOMEMADE ITEMS ARE MORE THAN WELCOME!
COLLECTION SITES THAT STILL HAVE BOXES:
Dodge's Market= Elmer
Thank you to everyone who has already donated! A BIG THANK YOU to our collection sites: Chosen by Stephanie Foster, Dodge's Market, Triad Associates, Malaga Methodist Church, and SJ Eye Associates!
Please feel free to donate to this campaign and we will purchase items for you!
VCF ANNOUNCES COMMUNITY CHATS!
STARTING JAN 2025- FAMILY CHATS
STARTING FEB 2025- ADULTS WITH CHD CHATS
STARTING FEB 2025- ADULTS WITH CHD CHATS
Join a group of other parents and caregivers of children with CHD.
Share success, ask questions, and learn from each other!
Email us to with topic ideas and to sign up for more info today! Director@victoriaciarafound.org
STARTING FEB 2025- ADULTS WITH CHD CHATS
STARTING FEB 2025- ADULTS WITH CHD CHATS
STARTING FEB 2025- ADULTS WITH CHD CHATS
Share topics and sign up to participate- email us at
OUR MISSION
OUR MISSION
OUR MISSION
TO ENHANCE THE LIVES OF THOSE IMPACTED BY
CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE
WE PROVIDE:
-Financial Assistance for families and individuals impacted by CHD.
-Wellness Assistance in the form of:
connections to resources, mentoring opportunities, gift cards for "date nights", and vouchers for massages/yoga classes.
-Scholarships for high school student
TO ENHANCE THE LIVES OF THOSE IMPACTED BY
CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE
WE PROVIDE:
-Financial Assistance for families and individuals impacted by CHD.
-Wellness Assistance in the form of:
connections to resources, mentoring opportunities, gift cards for "date nights", and vouchers for massages/yoga classes.
-Scholarships for high school students with a CHD diagnosis.
-Campaigns that provide items to help those who are hospitalized in a CHD cardiac unit. Parents/caregivers are included as well!
-Educational and socialization zoom sessions.
WHAT IS CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE (CHD)?
Congenital heart disease is the most common birth defect in the United States. It is the presence of a cardiac defect that develops prior to birth. Many babies require multiple surgeries within their first few years of life. Most individuals require lifelong specialized cardiac care.
ABOUT US
OUR MISSION
OUR MISSION
Victoria was born in 1997 with several heart defects that required four open heart surgeries with the last one occurring in July of 2021.
The emotional and financial toll of this journey was, at times, overwhelming.
The lessons learned along the way inspired Victoria and her parents to launch a foundation to help other CHD families and a
Victoria was born in 1997 with several heart defects that required four open heart surgeries with the last one occurring in July of 2021.
The emotional and financial toll of this journey was, at times, overwhelming.
The lessons learned along the way inspired Victoria and her parents to launch a foundation to help other CHD families and adults connect with each other, find therapeutic resources, and pay for the financial needs that accompany hospital stays and on-going medical testing.
The Victoria Ciara Foundation also works to increase awareness of congenital heart disease; specifically around its prevalence, the impact it has on patients and their families, and how it differs from acquired heart disease and other childhood medical conditions.
TRANSPARENCY AND GOOD STEWARDSHIP ARE IMPORTANT TO US
-Our organization is currently run by all volunteers.
-Our 990 can be found at Tax Exempt Organization Search Details | Internal Revenue Service (irs.gov)
-Our Tax ID # is 87-3434529.
2023 IMPACT REPORT
2024 SQUISHMALLOW OUTREACH CAMPAIGN
Nemours Hospital for Children
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
VCF delivered 30 Squishmallows to Nemours Hospital for Children on Tuesday, February 13th. These amazing staff members will give them to the children who are hospitalized in their cardiac care units.
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
A little over 80 Squishmallows were provided to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia on Tuesday, February 20th. VCF appreciates the social work team's excitement as they planned to share them with the kids in their cardiac care units. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
Board members
2023-2024 Board Members
Stephen Hegeman, Sr.-Board President
Jim Sproul- Treasurer
Martha Nealer- Secretary
Tracy Cianci- Trustee
Victoria Hegeman- Trustee
Martha Nealer- Trustee
Erik Cianci- Trustee
Maryann Toomey- Trustee
Jenn Parisi- Trustee
Maggie Vaughan- Trustee
Tammy Wetzel- Trustee
Sheree Woodington- Trustee
Sponsors
