HOPE FOR
HOSPITALS

Our goal is to ensure that public hospitals in areas with high poverty rates get the medical funding and supplies they need to provide adequate and equal healthcare for all.



Who are we?

Founded in 2025, Hope For Hospitals is a 501(c)(3) youth-led nonprofit organization, originating in Naperville, IL.

Our Team

Meet the Hope For Hospitals team, a group of dedicated and hardworking students from Chicagoland.

Events

Stay informed about both our upcoming and past events and projects.

Accomplishments

Learn about our past achievements and global contributions.

Support Us

Support Hope For Hospitals by donating for our cause.


Meet The Team

Meet the Hope For Hospitals team, a group of dedicated and hardworking students from Chicagoland.

Anika Kusumba
President

I'm Anika. I am currently a senior in high school and I enjoy running, playing the clarinet, and reading. I am hoping to pursue a career in neurology.

Abhigna Janamanchi
Vice President

I'm Abhigna. I am currently a senior in high school and I enjoy playing tennis, reading, and baking. I'm hoping to pursue a career in neurosurgery.

Fatima Faruqi
Co-Event Coordinator

I'm Fatima. I am currently a senior in high school and I enjoy running, playing tennis and volunteering. I'm hoping to pursue a career in pediatric oncology.

Amritha Billakanti
Co-Event Coordinator

I'm Amritha. I am currently a junior in high school and I enjoy dancing, painting, and reading. I'm hoping to pursue a career in dermatology or become an OBGYN.

Meghana Vuppalapati
Secretary

I'm Meghana. I am currently a senior in high school and I enjoy volunteering, playing the violin, and reading. I'm hoping to pursue a career in psychology.

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Events

Read about the various events that Hope For Hospitals has done in the past, as well as ones that are planned for the future.

Panera Bread Fundraiser for Suddala Village

July 30, 2025

This summer, we partnered with Panera Bread to raise funds to support the Suddala village hospital. This hospital only has one doctor who cares for over 1900 people. To help, we reached out to the public to raise money for this clinic. We raised $815.32, with 30% of the funds ($244.60) being sent to our organization! We appreciate the community for participating in this event!

Card Marking Awareness Event @ Edward Children's Hospital

Oct 26, 2025

Awareness is just as important as donations. This month, we invite guests to join us to make meaningful cards for patients at the Edward Children's Hospital. These cards helped the kids feel supported, loved, and uplifted. We were able to make a total of 55 cards!

MOD Pizza Fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Hospital collab w/ The Suncatcher initiative

Dec 7, 2025

We are so excited to be collaborating with another non-profit organization (The Suncatcher Initiative) to help raise funds through MOD Pizza! The funds raised from here were sent to St.Jude Children's Hospital to help support staff and patients. It was wonderful to partner with another non-profit organization to support such a meaningful cause!

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Accomplishments

Learn about the great heights Hope For Hospitals has achieved thanks to the to the help of our volunteers and supporters!

Patimala Village Hospital Donations

Patimala village hospital, located in Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, was in need of medical supplies. We reached out to the public to help inform them about this hospital and raise money. Our announcements through our social media and connections raised $525.00! Thanks to the help of the public, we were able to supply this hospital with the needed funds for supplies.

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