Hope Bridge Launches "Hope Grant" for Children and Adolescents with Serious Illnesses

Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association (Chairman Song Pilho) announced on July 23 that it has expanded the scope of its integrated support program, "Bridge School," for children and adolescents with serious illnesses, and has newly launched the "Hope Grant" initiative.

Over the past four years, Hope Bridge has provided medical and living expenses to children undergoing long-term treatment for serious trauma, burns, pediatric cancer, heart disease, and other conditions through "Bridge School."

The newly launched "Hope Grant" program supports children and adolescents with serious illnesses so that they do not lose hope and can grow into healthy members of society. It provides financial assistance for health management, academic continuity, future planning, and living expenses.

In addition, recipients of the "Hope Grant" will continue to receive the same emotional recovery programs offered by Bridge School, including family camps, counseling, and peer mentoring.

Shin Hoon, Secretary-General of Hope Bridge, stated, "I hope the Hope Grant will serve as a stepping stone for children to continue pursuing their dreams without interruption," and added, "We will continue to support and encourage the future of each and every child."

The "Hope Grant" is available to children and adolescents under the age of 24 from households with an income at or below 120% of the median income, who have been diagnosed with a serious illness and have been undergoing treatment for more than one year. Each recipient can receive up to 5 million won. Detailed information on how to apply can be found on the Hope Bridge website.

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