About Teen of Impact

Teen of Impact is all about creating opportunities for good heart health in communities across the country. During this special 9-week campaign, young people who want to make a difference are empowered to take action for their own hearts and the hearts of the people who mean the world to them. We're talking about the new way of taking action. Nominees create Impact Teams, and together, they use their social networks to spread the word about heart health, raise money for lifesaving research, and advocate for the well-being of all people. And here's the cool part: as they do all this, they earn points for the impact they're making in their community and beyond.

At the end of the campaign, the nominee who makes the biggest impact and raises the most funds in their local community is announced as the Teen of Impact winner in their city. But that's not all – the nominee whose team earns the most points across the entire country is named the National Teen of Impact Winner by the American Heart Association.

Apply Today: 2026 Metro Jackson Teen of Impact

Do you know a passionate student ready to make a difference in the fight against heart disease and stroke? The 2026 Metro Jackson Teen of Impact initiative empowers teens to lead with purpose, inspire their peers, and raise awareness and funds for women’s heart health.

Apply for the 2026 Metro Jackson Teen of Impact Campaign