Kingwood-based Myocarditis Foundation appoints new executive director

Officials with The Myocarditis Foundation announced the appointment of Helene Webster to serve as the nonprofit’s new executive director, according to a Dec. 8 news release.

The details

Located in Kingwood, The Myocarditis Foundation’s mission is to raise awareness of myocarditis—inflammation and damage to the heart that can affect otherwise healthy individuals, mainly children and young adults—through research, education and family support, according to the organization's website.

Webster has spent more than two decades guiding nonprofit organizations toward growth and sustainability, while educating communities on health and wellness through fitness programs and lectured classes, according to the news release.

Myocarditis Foundation officials said Webster’s expertise in strategic fundraising, donor engagement and program development will strengthen the Foundation’s ability to support families and drive research.

What they’re saying

Webster said she was excited to expand upon the nonprofit’s mission of bringing more awareness to myocarditis.

“I am honored to join the Myocarditis Foundation and lead efforts that bring hope, awareness and support to families affected by this condition,” Webster said in the news release. “This role allows me to combine my passion for health education with my dedication to nonprofit leadership, ensuring that our work continues to make a meaningful difference.”

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