


Our Impact
Cynthia Malone serves as the Executive Director of Chip’n Away @ Heart Disease, a non-profit organization she co-founded with her late husband, Coach Narleski “Chip” Malone. Through her unwavering dedication to heart health advocacy, Cynthia has reached over 78,000 individuals via community outreach and educational events.
In 2023-2024 alone, Chip’n Away @ Heart Disease has impacted the lives of 7,460 people, spreading a vital message of hope for heart health.
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Cynthia’s engaging speaking style blends humor and encouragement, resonating with audiences and earning her numerous callbacks and positive feedback. She is grateful for the strength of the collaborative alliance that works with her to achieve the organization’s goals. She emphasizes the importance of community support in combating heart disease.

What We Are Talking About
Our Community
We are an all hands on deck, board-monitored nonprofit committed to making a difference! With four major annual events and three impactful campaigns, there’s always an opportunity to jump in and help.
đź’ˇ Want to volunteer? We’d love to have you! Whether it’s picking up supplies, assembling swag bags, or sharing life-saving information on social media (already prepared by our team), your support makes a huge impact.
✨ Get in where you FIT in! There’s a place for YOU in our mission—reach out today!
Small Talk
Coach Malone was a band member along with his brother and neighborhood friends in Mississippi. Well know in many communities, but they disbanded because Malone (a former coach) and the band's drummer would not show up for practice.
Small Things
My husband and I would be in the kitchen whipping up some great meals together. To be honest, it was mostly him. I could keep us from starving, but let's face it that was a learning process for me. EUREKA! I am really a great cook and don't apologize that when we got married thirty years ago, I didn't know the difference in cabbage and lettuce. Sometimes it's the small things that make a difference in time.
Whoa! First Steps
Taking the first step is tough because it pushes us out of our comfort zone. It’s where fear, uncertainty, and self-doubt tend to creep in—worries about failure, the unknown, or whether we’re making the right decision. But once you take that step, momentum kicks in. Believe me.
After that first leap, things can feel easier because:
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Your mindset shifts—instead of just thinking about it, you’re now doing it.
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You gain confidence—small progress fuels motivation.
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Fear loses its grip—action breaks down the intimidation factor.
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You learn and adapt—each step teaches you something new.
Think of it like pushing a heavy cart—it takes effort to start moving, but once it rolls, it’s easier to keep going.