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.

2026 Sponsors

Event Level Sponsor:

We are honored to have Higginbotham Insurance and Financial Services sponsor of Run for Aortic Health for the second year. 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, and with the continued support of 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 The Heart Hospital. 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 The Heart Hospital is that place, with several locations in North Texas. They are the first North Texas heart hospital solely devoted to treating patients with heart conditions and cardiovascular disease. Baylor Scott & White The Heart 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. 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/the-heart-hospital

Gold Level Sponsor:

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’re grateful to welcome our newest sponsor, Texas Health, to our community of supporters. Their partnership reflects a shared commitment to making a meaningful difference in aortic awareness, and we’re thankful to have them alongside us in our mission to save lives and improve lives affected by aortic disease. Texas Health has been recognized for quality heart and vascular care, and is dedicated to continually improving and advancing heart and vascular programs in North Texas.

You can find more information on their website at https://www.texashealth.org/

We are so happy to have our Silver Level sponsor back for the 7th 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

Bronze Level Sponsor:

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 8th 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.

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.