Philanthropic Partners
Striving to make heart health a right, not a privilege
"Every heart deserves a chance — no matter where it beats. At the ESC, we are driven by a simple yet powerful belief: cardiovascular care should be equitable, accessible, and universal. Together with our global community, we work to break down barriers, share knowledge, and deliver innovation so that every person, everywhere, can live a longer, healthier life"
Mr Jean-Francois Riffaud
CEO of the European Society of Cardiology
Uniting for Global Heart Health Equity
At the European Society of Cardiology, we believe that every heart deserves an equal chance to thrive. Our commitment goes beyond advancing science — it is about ensuring that life-saving knowledge and care reach communities everywhere, including those where the need is greatest.
In 2025 we began to develop strategic partnerships with philanthropic stakeholders, that share the same goals, to create synergies and bridge gaps in cardiovascular health. We believe that by mobilising resources and fostering collaboration, we transform innovation into practical solutions that strengthen local healthcare systems, empower education, and promote prevention strategies grounded in evidence.
We focus on initiatives that:
- Expand access to quality cardiovascular care in underserved regions
- Empower education and training to build resilient local health systems
- Advance prevention strategies based on robust data and evidence
- Support research and innovation for better treatments and outcomes
Leveraging ESC’s global network, our ambition is that underrepresented populations and underserved regions will benefit from the latest innovations in cardiovascular health.
By promoting equity and inclusion, together we close the gaps by:
- Strengthening Local Healthcare Capacity
- Empowering National Cardiac Societies to deliver grassroots impact
- Advancing Research
- Providing data-based evidence
By advancing the ESC’s mission further, we connect donors and implementing partners to drive change for a healthier, more equitable future for all.
Join us in creating a future where cardiovascular health equity is not an aspiration, but a reality for all.