We are thrilled to announce the 2024 Entrada Diversity, Representation, Equity and Advocacy MatterS (DREAMS) Grant Program recipients!
These organizations are breaking barriers to combat discrimination and disparity in healthcare and are each being awarded $25,000 in support of initiatives that aim to better identify, understand, and reach people living with Duchenne who are currently underrepresented or underserved.
Congratulations to:
· CureDuchenne, to enable the program to expand efforts to diagnose, treat and support individuals affected by Duchenne in Nepal, Uganda, China and other countries throughout 2024-2025.
· Little Hercules Foundation, to grow their individualized case management services for members of the Duchenne community and subsidize the cost of translation services when supporting families whose first language is not English.
· Walking Strong Foundation, to provide services such as free one-on-one mental wellness and life coaching, access to mobility and assistive devices, and canine support animals.
Scroll through to learn more about each of these important projects.
A special thank you to our Review Committee:
· Sean Baumstark, Founder, de:terminence, Podcast Co-Host, Two Disabled Dudes
· Keisha Greaves, CEO & Founder, Girls Chronically Rock
· Amaris S., PsyD
· Aravindhan Veerapandiyan, MD
We look forward to seeing how – by working together – we can make a meaningful difference for the Duchenne community!
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