Thank you to all of our sponsors! Without you, this platform would not be possible. We appreciate your support more than words can express.

*If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please email us at runforaortichealth@gmail.com. We would love any support you could offer.

2025 Sponsors

Gold Level Sponsor:

We are honored to welcome Higginbotham Insurance and Financial Services as a new sponsor of Run for Aortic Health. This partnership was born from the compassion of a local family who tragically learned about aortic dissection through the loss of their loved one. Wanting to give back in his honor but unsure how, they discovered our race event and felt it was a perfect way to make a difference. Their commitment – now joined by more generosity through Higginbotham – will help raise awareness, advance research, and support others impacted by this condition. We are deeply grateful for their hearts and for the shared mission that brought us together.

“Your needs are unique. That’s why Higginbotham starts with listening and ends with tailored insurance, financial and HR services designed to address your risks, budget and situation. We’re not about numbers. We’re about helping you see your future and plan the best way to get there.” Check out the website at https://www.higginbotham.com/

We are extremely pleased to have a continued partnership with Baylor Scott & White Heart & Vascular Hospital – Fort Worth! If ever in an emergency, one wants to be sure they are in good hands, and in a place capable of treating their condition; Baylor Scott & White Heart & Vascular Hospital is that place. They are the first North Texas heart hospital solely devoted to treating patients with heart conditions and cardiovascular disease. As a part of Baylor Scott & White, the Baylor Scott & White- Heart and Vascular Hospital is a nationally recognized leader in innovative, comprehensive patient care, whose program provides the full scope of care for any heart or vascular disorder. Their website has a Heart Speak podcast area you can visit to educate yourself on a number of topics to include Aortic Dissection. We are grateful for their support and compassion to our cause, and the life saving work they are devoted to daily. You can find more information on their website at https://www.bswhealth.com/heart-and-vascular-hospital/

Thank you to RCF Construction, which works project contracts, for their second year sponsoring. Owner, Frank Ciaravino, supports multiple causes, including youth ice hockey, and now aortic research! We are grateful for your generosity Frank!

Silver Level Sponsor:

We are so happy to have our Silver Level sponsor back for the 6th year! We appreciate your heart, Dr. Martin! Dr. Martin is an Endodontist, a dentist who specializes in handling dental problems that involve the nerve tissue and blood vessels located inside the tooth. Using technology and specialized technique, he can comfortably treat and allow you to keep your natural teeth as a healthy foundation. Dr. Martin and his professional staff are sure to make you feel comfortable and quickly take care of your endodontic needs. He not only cares about your oral health, but has a heart for other initiatives like this cause. Dr. Martin, thank you so much for your generosity and support. Whatever your endodontic need, he is definitely worth the drive to Richardson. For an appointment call: (972) 783-8811

Welcome back Texas Center for Urology (TCURO) for a 5th year as a Silver Level sponsor! We can’t thank our legacy sponsors enough! TCURO is another wonderful example of a medical team joining forces with us to help educate and spread awareness for a condition that needs much more recognition. Thank you for your generosity and compassion toward this cause. With four convenient locations in the Fort Worth area and serving the local community for over 10 years, these providers understand their patients come with sensitive issues, hence they operate with maximum discretion and compassion. For more information, please visit https://texascenterforurology.com/.

Bronze Level Sponsor:

For several years, Tom Thumb (7th Street, Fort Worth) has provided our post race snacks and water. We appreciate your in-kind support of this cause, and for supporting our participants! Be sure to stop in and give thanks to Richard at the 7th street store. https://local.tomthumb.com/tx/fort-worth/2400-w-7th-st.html?utm_source=G&utm_medium=Maps&utm_campaign=G+Places

Will Kuo has been a sponsor for Run for Aortic Health since it started 9 years ago! He has supported the David family, and many other families affected by aortic disease through his generosity. Not only do Will and his team sponsor, they set up a vendor table bringing their AMAZING energy to the race site every year! Thank you for your continued support of aortic disease awareness! Remember, preparing for the unexpected (like an aortic dissection or a destroyed home) is a must BEFORE something happens in your life. Serving all over the DFW metroplex, they can help you manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize your dreams. Let Will and his team help protect you and your family. Check out his website: https://kuoknows.com/

A sincere thanks to Dr. Amit Patel and staff for their 9th year sponsoring Run for Aortic Health! They care deeply for their clients and have a heart for supporting initiatives of other wellness areas, like aortic health. We are thankful for your support Root! Check out the Periodontal and Implant Center at https://www.rootdfw.com/ and the NEW Root Medspa at https://www.rootmedspa.com.

Dr. Afifi is the Assistant Professor of vascular surgery at McGovern Medical School, in the Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, and works in the vascular division at Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas. Dr. Afifi has written book chapters, and published and reviewed articles on all topics regarding aortic disease, treatments, and techniques. She is an incredible human being. She is not only highly trained and skilled in her work, but she is an active participant of many aortic initiatives, conferences, and important research. This is her 7th year to sponsor this event and we appreciate her support. Rana, thank you for your generosity and ALL you do for patients in the aortic community. If you or a loved one need a Cardiovascular appointment, you can even set up virtual visits with her. We highly recommend this real life super hero who saves lives daily. For an appointment, please call (713) 486-5100.

This year we’d like to welcome a new sponsor, JB Nutrition Services! Jessie is a certified nutritionist providing personalized nutrition coaching for weightloss, body composition, and family health through realistic and sustainable lifestyle change. She tailors a dynamic nutrition plan for each client, meeting them where they are at and providing a step by step process to achieve their goals at their own pace. Coaching through JB Nutrition Services is remote, confidential, and provides ample access to communicate with your coach for accountability and education. It’s like having a nutritionist in your pocket! Jessie sets her clients up for long-term health and lasting change while helping reach each individual’s goals. If you could use some help with nutrition, reach out to Jessie! Jessiebybee@gmail.com (817) 405-9825 Facebook: JB Nutrition Services Instagram: jbnutritiontx

In-Kind Donors:

A special thank you goes to our local running stores who generously donate items to our raffle every year with compassionate hearts. We sincerely appreciate their collaborative support. Be sure to return their support as you look for your next run items.

We want to thank our other in-kind donors as well for providing items for our participants.

And a HUGE thank you for our volunteers being there on event day for our participants.

We could not do this without your support.

Anonymous donors/fundraisers:

We want to give a special shoutout to the anonymous sponsors, donors, and side fundraising efforts provided by incredible individuals.

ALL of your support and efforts help hold this event which spreads awareness to the general public, and supports the research funds we generate through the event. Without all our sponsor dollars, in kind donations, and side fundraising efforts to get the event started, it would not be possible. Your contributions make this awareness race happen, and we thank you wholeheartedly.