Run/Walk To Save a Life 5K

Event Overview

Run/Walk To Save a Life is in honor of Christopher Andreozzi who passed away suddenly from sudden cardiac death caused by an arrhythmia on May 23, 2023.

About Christopher Andreozzi

• Lifelong Resident: Christopher (Chris) was a lifelong resident of Hamden who graduated from Hamden High School, Trinity College, and Yale University.
• Professional Role: Chris was a devoted psychiatric APRN at Yale New Haven Hospital and Turnbridge.
• Patient Care Advocate: He was passionate about the care of his patients and believed that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect.

Beneficiary

Proceeds from this event will benefit the CJA Charitable Foundation, Inc.

• Foundation’s Mission: All donations to the CJA Charitable Foundation, Inc. go directly toward furthering the Foundation’s mission of honoring the life and legacy of Christopher.
• Awareness Focus: The Foundation is dedicated to raising awareness about Sudden Cardiac Death (SCD) and arrhythmias.
• Emergency Training: It equips individuals and communities with the knowledge and tools to respond to cardiac emergencies.
• CPR Education: Through CPR education, training and the placement of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), the Foundation empowers people to act confidently when every second counts.

Community Support

• SADS Foundation: The CJA Charitable Foundation proudly supports the Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome (SADS) Foundation.
• Crisis Lifeline: They also support the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
• Scholarships: The Foundation sponsors academic scholarships at Hamden High School and the Yale University School of Nursing.
• Investing in Future Leaders: This investment is aimed at empowering the education of future healthcare leaders in Christopher’s memory.

Call to Action

Together, we can raise awareness, expand education, strengthen communities, and create a lasting impact in both the medical and academic fields — ultimately saving lives.

Event Details

Register for the Run/Walk To Save a Life 5K on September 27, 2026, at Multisports Academy, Hamden, CT.