In recognition of its 25th anniversary, Hyundai Hope on Wheels has announced that it plans to award $25 million in pediatric cancer research grants this year.

Hyundai Hope on Wheels awards grants in three categories to researchers at eligible Children’s Oncology Group (COG) member institutions, which are focused on improving outcomes, treatments, and support for children diagnosed with cancer. In 2023, the organization added two categories of grants to provide bridge funding for National Institutes of Health grant applicants and expand support in more regions. 

“Hyundai Hope On Wheels is honored to have reached this milestone, which humbly started as a local initiative in New England 25 years ago,” said Hyundai Hope on Wheels board vice chairman Kevin Reilly, who also serves as president of Alexandria Hyundai. “While we are proud of this growth and the significant advancements in pediatric cancer research, we remain as unwaveringly dedicated to our goals of funding research and creating awareness as when we started. The resilience of pediatric cancer fighters, survivors, and their families inspires us to continue this journey and strengthen our commitment to bring hope and put an end to childhood cancer.”

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