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The IN-fluence 500 Challenge: Lap 1 – Start Your Engines

September 30, 2026

Welcome to Lap 1 of the IN-fluence 500 Challenge. The IN-fluence 500 Challenge is a volunteer journey that guides you from awareness to advocacy.

Before a driver can compete, they must meet their crew, understand the course, and prepare for race day. The same is true for advocacy. This introductory lap helps volunteers connect with American Heart Association Heart Powered, understand who represents them, and learn how to stay engaged year-round.

Think of it as your driver’s meeting before race day. The better you know the track, the more confident you’ll be when it’s time to take the green flag and help move lifesaving policies across the finish line.

Lap 1 begins on September 30th and closes on October 7th. 

Here are the steps for Lap 1:

  1. Attend the IN-fluence 500 Challenge Kickoff call on September 30th. Click here to watch a recording in lieu of the live event.
  2. Look up your elected officials. You can do that by entering your home address here. 
  3. Save the date for Indiana 2027 Heart at the Capitol Advocacy Day: Tuesday, January 26, 2027.
  4. Follow @AHAIndiana on Instagram and Facebook.

Report your progress by filling out our Lap 1 survey here. Tracking your completion of laps is necessary to receive exclusive American Heart Association Heart Powered swag.