Little children have big hearts. They love unconditionally and limitlessly. As parents and family members, we want to protect our children and their precious hearts. Unfortunately, one in every 125 babies are born with congenital heart defects. Learning that a child you love suffers from congenital heart disease can be one of the most overwhelming events, not only the child’s life but in the lives of their families life as well. Take heart. There is hope. And you are not alone.

Founded by Adam and Terra Chez, the parents of twins born with congenital heart defects, Hopeful Hearts was created to build both awareness of and support for all families that have been affected by congenital heart disease, to energize and fund research for valve replacement, and to enhance the healing and recovery process through advances in the care that follows corrective surgery. Read Our Story.

Through the Foundation, we strive to promote the health of children with congenital heart defects and cardiac disease, while honoring our son Luke, who lives with Tetralogy of Fallot, and the memory of his sister Gracie, born with Truncus Arteriosus and whose three-year life brought so much joy and inspiration to all who met and loved her. Our hearts are filled with the loving memory of our daughter and hope for the future of Luke, and of all children who confront congenital heart disease with courageous hearts.

Share Their Courage

Learning that your child has congenital heart disease is an emotionally difficult life event for any family. The joy of having a “healthy” child is replaced by fear and uncertainty. Parents and families often do not know where or who to turn to for comfort, understanding and support. Take comfort here. We are honored to share the inspiring stories of courageous families who, like you, have walked this path of uncertainty and have come out stronger for the experience. We hope you will find strength and encouragement from these children with Special Hearts, and their families.