The State of My Heart Summit (Sept 11) and Love Your Heart Gala (Sept 12) unite leaders to advance heart health education, prevention, and early detection
These events represent more than a celebration—they represent hope, prevention, and the future.”— Essence Harris Banks, MBA, Founder & CEO, Heart N Hands, Inc
NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Heart N Hands, Inc., a national nonprofit dedicated to empowering girls through heart health education and prevention, is proud to announce its two signature fundraising and community impact events taking place September 11–12, 2026, in New Orleans
The “State of My Heart Summit”, on Friday, September 11, at the New Orleans East Hospital, is an inspiring educational experience focused on women’s heart health, prevention, wellness, mental health, nutrition, movement, and healthy lifestyle choices. The summit will feature physicians, healthcare professionals, wellness experts, survivors, and community leaders who will share practical strategies to help individuals better understand, love and protect their heart health
Heart N Hands’ Annual “Love Your Heart Gala” on Saturday, September 12 will be hosted at The Ritz-Carlton New Orleans, this elegant evening brings together corporate partners, community leaders, healthcare professionals, donors, and supporters to celebrate purpose, impact, and philanthropy. Guests will enjoy cocktails, New Orleans-inspired cuisine, live entertainment, inspiring storytelling, silent and live auctions, and special tributes honoring Heart N Hands’ young leaders, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners.
Proceeds from both events directly support programs that educate girls on heart disease prevention, healthy lifestyles, physical activity, nutrition, mental wellness, CPR awareness, and leadership development — while expanding access to programming nationwide
The State of My Heart Summit (Sept 11) and Love Your Heart Gala (Sept 12) unite leaders to advance heart health education, prevention, and early detection. “These events represent more than a celebration — they represent hope, prevention, and the future,” said Essence Harris Banks, MBA, Founder and CEO of Heart N Hands. “When we educate girls early, we create healthier families, stronger communities, and generations of women who understand the importance of taking care of their hearts. Every ticket purchased, sponsorship secured, and dollar raised helps us continue this lifesaving work.”
Heart N Hands invites businesses, healthcare organizations, community partners, and individuals to become sponsors, purchase tickets, donate auction items, or support the mission through charitable giving
Now entering its twelfth year of service, Heart N Hands continues to expand its impact through the Love Your Heart Wellness Program, scholarships, youth leadership development, and community outreach. The organization empowers girls ages 10–18 with the knowledge and confidence to make heart-healthy choices that benefit themselves, their families, and their communities
Together, the State of My Heart Summit and the Love Your Heart Gala are expected to welcome attendees committed to creating a healthier future through education, prevention, and community engagement
State of My Heart Summit
Friday, September 11, 2026
New Orleans East Hospital
11 am -2 pm
Register Here: https://stateofmyheartsummit.eventbrite.com
Love Your Heart Gala
Saturday, September 12, 2026
The Ritz-Carlton New Orleans
6 pm – 7 pm VIP Reception
7 pm – 10 pm Gala and Auction
Tickets & Sponsorships
Individual tickets: $150
Tables (10 seats): $1,500
Sponsorships: Starting at $1,500
Tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and additional information are available.https://loveyourheartgala2026.eventbrite.com
HOST A GIRL’s HEART — $75
Can’t attend the Gala but still want to support Heart N Hands? Your $75 contribution sponsors a girl ages 10–18 to attend the Love Your Heart Gala FREE and provides a discounted ticket for her parent/guardian to attend with her. Give a girl the opportunity to experience the Gala, be celebrated, connect with her peers and see firsthand what it means to be part of the Heart N Hands movement
Girls ages 10–18: FREE
Host a Heart Girl + Parent/Guardian: $75
Invest in her heart. Invest in her future
About Heart N Hands
Heart N Hands, Inc. is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering girls ages 10–18 through heart health education, awareness, and prevention. Through wellness programming, scholarships, youth leadership initiatives, and community partnerships, the organization is creating generational health by inspiring girls to make lifelong healthy choices. Its mission is rooted in the belief that prevention begins early and that educating one girl has the power to transform an entire family and community.
Essence Harris Banks
Heart N Hands
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