Forward Hearts & How It Works

Pay it forward

Forward Hearts lets survivors of a sudden cardiac arrest event pay it forward and potentially save another life by donating an automated external defibrillator (AED) to the charitable organisation of the survivor’s choice.

When a HeartSine Samaritan PAD, LIFEPAK CR2, LIFEPAK CR Plus or LIFEPAK EXPRESS AED is used to help save a life, the survivor chooses an organization to receive the donated AED. The survivor can choose to make their donation to the organization anonymously or be part of a public announcement.

If you have a Forward Hearts story, or know of someone who survived a sudden cardiac arrest with the help of one of the qualifying AEDs, please share your story with us.

Stryker is committed to saving lives and making public access AEDs more readily available in the workplace and community. The donation of a defibrillator through the Forward Hearts program extends this lifesaving technology to even more people, offering many a better chance of survival in the case of sudden cardiac arrest.

gency situation. Investing in an AED could be the difference between life and death—and it’s a simple, cost-effective step every automotive workshop should take to safeguard their workforce.

For businesses that care about the health and safety of their team, having an AED in place is not just a smart decision, it’s an essential one.

How to submit a request: Contact the team at Defibrillators Australia

Defibrillators Australia

Defibrillators Australia is a trusted Australian-owned business dedicated to saving lives through the supply of high-quality AEDs, first aid kits, and training resources. With a mission to make life-saving equipment more accessible to workplaces, communities, and homes across the country, our team is passionate about heart health, safety education, and empowering people to act with confidence in an emergency.