Throughout the period of February 2nd-March 6th, the dedicated team at Cliff’s Local Market led their annual fundraising campaign in aid of the American Heart Association, raising $33,276. Throughout the campaign, all 22 Cliff’s Local Market locations across Central New York joined forces to raise funds for the Heart Association as part of the “AHA Has Heart” campaign.
“Supporting the Heart Association is deeply meaningful to us because heart health affects so many families,” said Mike Clifford, Vice President of Cliff’s Local Market. “We’re honored to support the vital work they do and grateful for our customers and employees for coming together and making this campaign a success.”
In addition to selling the hearts in stores, Cliff’s Local Market also formed a team for the 2026 America’s Greatest Heart Run & Walk in the Mohawk Valley on March 7th. (See attached photo of team.)
“Cliff’s Local Market has helped to support the mission of the American Heart Association,” said Heather Evans, executive director of the Heart Association in the Mohawk Valley. “Their fundraising efforts will help us continue to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.”
Cliff’s Local Market, a locally owned and operated chain of 22 convenience stores throughout Central New York, has a longstanding commitment to giving back to the community. With over 60 years in business, the Clifford family has supported numerous charities, community-wide events, and local organizations. Founded in 1924, the AHA has grown into the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. A shared focus on cardiovascular health unites their more than 35 million volunteers and supporters, as well as their more than 3,300 employees. For more information, visit www.heart.org
