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Doherty and DAHL Employees Participate in National Wear Red Day for the American Heart Association

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Key Takeaways

  • Employee participation in health awareness campaigns can generate significant impact through matching donations, as demonstrated by 40 employees raising $9,600 through corporate and foundation matches.
  • Learning CPR is a critical skill that can double or triple survival chances during cardiac arrest, making it an actionable step everyone can take.
  • Recognizing warning signs of heart attacks and strokes enables faster response times and significantly better patient outcomes.
  • Corporate social responsibility initiatives like National Wear Red Day effectively combine employee engagement with charitable giving to support vital health research and education.
Heart disease and stroke affect millions of people every year—but together, we can help change that.

On Friday, February 6, 2026, employees from Doherty Staffing Solutions and Dahl Consulting (DAHL) proudly joined the nationwide movement for heart health by participating in National Wear Red Day. This annual initiative, led by the American Heart Association, raises awareness about cardiovascular disease and inspires individuals to take proactive steps toward prevention.

As part of our continued commitment to supporting heart health, Doherty and DAHL—together with the Doherty Family Foundation—pledged a donation for every employee who wore red in honor of Heart Month. These contributions help fuel lifesaving research, public education, and advocacy efforts aimed at reducing the impact of heart disease and stroke nationwide.

This year, 40 employees participated, generating $800 in donations. With a 2x match from the Doherty Family Foundation ($1,600) and a 6x match from the American Heart Association, the total impact reached an incredible $9,600 to support vital heart‑health initiatives across the country.

Beyond wearing red, employees were encouraged to deepen their impact through meaningful actions, including:

  • Learn CPR: CPR can double or even triple a person’s chance of survival during cardiac arrest. Use the CPR course locator to find a class near you.
  • Know the Warning Signs: Recognizing symptoms of heart attacks or strokes leads to faster response times and better outcomes.
  • Give Back: Making a personal donation—especially in honor of someone you love—supports critical cardiovascular research and community resources.

 


Thank You for Making a Difference

A heartfelt thank‑you to all Doherty and DAHL employees who participated in Wear Red Day, helped spread awareness, and contributed to this important cause. Your actions—big and small—help drive progress in the fight against heart disease.

Together, we are creating healthier communities and saving lives.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When did Doherty and DAHL participate in National Wear Red Day?

A: The companies participated on Friday, February 6, 2026. National Wear Red Day is an annual initiative led by the American Heart Association to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease during Heart Month.

Q: How much money was raised through the Wear Red Day participation?

A: 40 employees participated, generating $800 in initial donations. With a 2x match from the Doherty Family Foundation ($1,600) and a 6x match from the American Heart Association, the total impact reached $9,600.

Q: What actions were employees encouraged to take beyond wearing red?

A: Employees were encouraged to learn CPR (which can double or triple survival chances during cardiac arrest), know the warning signs of heart attacks and strokes, and make personal donations to support cardiovascular research. These actions help deepen their impact on heart health awareness.

Q: What organizations were involved in this heart health initiative?

A: The initiative involved Doherty Staffing Solutions, Dahl Consulting (DAHL), the Doherty Family Foundation, and the American Heart Association. Together, these organizations worked to raise funds and awareness for cardiovascular disease prevention.

Q: How does the matching donation system work?

A: For every employee who wore red, a donation was pledged. The Doherty Family Foundation provided a 2x match on the initial donations, and the American Heart Association provided an additional 6x match, significantly amplifying the total impact of employee participation.
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