American Heart Association Named Corpus Christi Leadership
The campaign appointed co-chairs and honorees to lead fundraising efforts for the upcoming 2027 Heart Ball.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Heart Disease
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The American Heart Association has officially announced the chairpersons and honorees for its 2027 Heart of Corpus Christi campaign. The organization appointed local leaders to spearhead the effort to improve heart health throughout the Coastal Bend.
Why it matters
The campaign aims to drive health impact in the region by engaging companies, community leaders, and individuals to improve local research, advocacy, and health access. These efforts are designed to help ensure every person in Corpus Christi has the opportunity for a healthy life.
The 2027 Heart of Corpus Christi campaign involves 35 million volunteers globally working toward cardiovascular health goals. The initiative centers on a calendar year of outreach leading up to the 2027 Heart Ball.
The players
American Heart Association
This national non-profit organization funds cardiovascular medical research and educates the public on heart health.
Tiffany and Laurence Valls
These individuals are serving as the business co-chairs for the 2027 Heart of Corpus Christi campaign.
Dr. Christine Canterbury and John Murray
These community figures are serving as the medical co-chairs for the upcoming campaign.
The details
Tiffany and Laurence Valls will serve as business co-chairs, while Dr. Christine Canterbury and John Murray have been named medical co-chairs for the campaign. Additionally, Mary and Dr. Charles Campbell were selected as medical honorees alongside business honorees Thelma and Scott Mandel.
Timeline
Campaign leadership and honorees were announced on September 18, 2026.
The 2027 Corpus Christi Heart Ball will occur on February 13, 2027.
Health Landscape
This event follows the established structural pattern of the American Heart Association's Heart Ball fundraising model. These annual galas serve as primary mechanisms for scaling cardiovascular health advocacy across diverse regional markets.
The campaign drives local research and advocacy that directly expands healthcare access for Corpus Christi residents. Engaging with these initiatives helps provide the community with necessary tools and knowledge for maintaining a healthy life.
The takeaway
Community-led campaigns like this are essential for sustaining regional health research and advocacy programs. Residents can support these efforts by participating in local volunteer opportunities or attending scheduled foundation events.
Further reading
Learn more about local efforts to improve cardiovascular wellness by visiting the Heart Disease section.
More information
Find additional details on the upcoming event at the Corpus Christi Heart Ball information page.
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