Stepping Up for Heart Health in 2025!

Photo courtesy of Ellen Nguyen Photography.

The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) proudly hosted the 8th Annual Step Up 4 Cardiac Health event on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at Abbotsford Centre.
 
The event saw an incredible turnout, with over 100 participants and more than 40 dedicated volunteers coming together to raise just over $13,570.00 and counting, for cardiac care in hospitals across the Eastern Fraser Valley.
 
Liz Harris, Executive Director of FVHCF, shared, “This year’s event was a tremendous success! We were thrilled to see such strong community participation and enthusiasm. A special highlight was two new recruits from the Abbotsford Fire Fighters Charitable Organization, who completed the challenge in full turnout gear—each weighing approximately 50 pounds—demonstrating their commitment to heart health and our community.”
 
FVHCF extends its heartfelt gratitude to EcoTex Healthcare Linen Services, the returning Presenting Sponsor. Their unwavering support, along with contributions from their family and staff, has been instrumental in making Step Up 4 Cardiac Health a success.
Additional thanks go to 4Q Performance, who led an energetic warm-up session and participated as a Bronze Sponsor, alongside KPMG and our Friend Sponsor, the Rotary Club of Abbotsford-Matsqui. Thank you to Natural Elements Yogafor hosting a free yoga session as well.
 
Among the event’s standout moments were:

• Mayor Ross Siemens celebrating his daughter Alex, who claimed the Most Laps – Female title with 22 laps (each lap consisting of over 750 steps).
• Micheal leading the Men’s category with 20 laps.
• Quinn winning the Youth Division with 15 laps.
• The “Heart Hustlers” from the Cardiac Unit at ARH earning the award for Best Costume.

 
The Top Fundraiser Award, which includes a $200 voucher donated by Kintec Footwear, is still open for contributions until February 28. Donations can be made via the JustGiving page:
👉 https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/stepup4cardiachealth2025
 
FVHCF would also like to acknowledge our generous community partners:

• Hugs in a Mug for providing coffee and snacks and gift cards for prizing
• Boston Pizza Abbotsford, Cobs Bread, Valhalla Pure Outfitters, Abbotsford Canucks, and the Abbotsford International Airshow for their generous contributions.

 
A huge THANK YOU to our volunteers—this event would not be possible without your dedication and support!
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If you would like to contribute to Step Up 4 Cardiac Health, please contact our office at 604-851-4890 or email [email protected].
 
About Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation:
FVHCF raises funds for vital equipment and programs funded or endorsed by Fraser Health, serving the communities of Abbotsford, Mission, Chilliwack, Hope, Agassiz, and Harrison Hot Springs.