Sophia L. Gokey (the late wife of Danny) was born with a Congenital Heart Defect (CHD).  Throughout her life, she faced multiple surgeries and difficulties.  Her outlook in the midst of these incredible challenges would never lead you to believe that she faced such obstacles.  Her heart for people always outshined every hardship she faced along the way.

At SHF, they know firsthand the struggles associated with CHD.  The strain this can cause emotionally and financially can at times be hard to bear.  It is for this reason that Sophia’s Heart Foundation is committed to helping bring awareness to and help the community that is daily affected by CHD.

CHD stands for Congenital Heart Defect (also referred to as Congenital Heart Disease).  These are structural problems with the heart that are present at birth.  About 35,000 babies are born in the United States each year with a CHD.  Congenital Heart Defects claim almost twice as many children’s lives in the U.S. as those that die from all forms of childhood cancers combined.

By joining our voices and resources, we can help further advance this cause and bring a renewed sense of hope to all that are affected by CHD.

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