🎥 Video Submission Guidelines

At AHIG, we don’t just fund projects — we invest in people. This video helps us meet you, understand your vision, and see the potential impact of your work.

📌 What You’ll Need to Do

Record a short video (maximum 3 minutes) introducing yourself and your project. Be clear, confident, and honest — this isn’t about fancy editing, it’s about your purpose.

🎤 Your Video Must Include:

• A verbal acknowledgment of the American Heart Investment Committee (AHIG)
• Your name and a brief description of your business, project, or nonprofit
• What you will do with the grant funding
• The expected impact of your work in the community

💡 Presentation Tips

• Record in a bright, quiet space
• Make sure your face and upper body are clearly visible
• Dress professionally or neatly
• Speak directly to the camera
• Use a phone or camera with clear audio and video

✅ Sample Script

Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I am applying for a grant from the American Heart Investment Committee.

I lead [Business/Project Name], which focuses on [brief mission].

With this grant, I intend to [what you’ll use the funds for]. This will allow us to [expected outcomes].

Thank you, AHIG Committee, for considering my application and for supporting initiatives that create change in our communities.

📥 How to Submit

• Save your video as .mp4, .mov, or .avi
• Keep it under 100MB
• Upload it in the field labeled “Video Submission” on your application form
• Use file name format: FirstName_LastName_AHIGVideo.mp4

🧠 Final Reminder

This video is part of your official application and may be used internally for review. Take your time, prepare your message, and let your passion shine through.

"We don’t just fund ideas — we fund people. Let us see who you are."

— AHIG Committee