IIT Madras and Hyundai Motor India Foundation invite doctors, hospitals and families to nominate eligible paediatric cancer patients
Children from economically disadvantaged families who are undergoing cancer treatment can now seek financial assistance through the Hyundai Hope for Cancer programme, a joint initiative of the Hyundai Motor India Foundation (HMIF) and the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras).
The programme has opened an online nomination pathway through its Cancer Care Fund, aiming to reduce the financial barriers that often prevent children from receiving timely and appropriate treatment. Treating physicians, hospitals, parents, caregivers, non-governmental organisations and social organisations can help connect eligible children with the programme.
Applications and nominations can be submitted through the official portal: https://hhc-nctb.com/. For additional information, applicants and referring organisations can contact hch.nctb@iitm.ac.in.
Who can seek support?
The initiative is designed for paediatric cancer patients from low-income families who are currently undergoing treatment. Financial assistance will be provided subject to the programme’s eligibility criteria, documentation requirements and review process.
Treating doctors can nominate patients by completing the required Patient Nomination Form and uploading relevant medical records through the online portal. Families may also approach hospital authorities, caregivers or social organisations for support with the nomination process.
The programme team will assess applications based on medical information, financial circumstances and other required documents before determining eligibility.
A wider approach to childhood cancer care
Hyundai Hope for Cancer is not limited to treatment assistance. The broader programme focuses on strengthening paediatric cancer care through several interconnected areas:
- Cancer awareness and screening.
- HPV vaccination.
- Cancer genomics research.
- Early diagnosis and precision oncology.
- Treatment support for children from economically disadvantaged families.
The initiative is supported by IIT Madras’ research capabilities, including the National Cancer Tissue Biobank (NCTB) and the Hyundai Centre for Cancer Genomics. The programme aims to connect scientific research with community healthcare interventions, helping improve diagnosis and treatment for children across India.
Reducing financial barriers
Cancer treatment can place a significant financial burden on families, especially when treatment requires repeated hospital visits, specialised medicines, surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy or long-term monitoring. For economically vulnerable households, these costs can delay treatment or force families to discontinue care.
Professor S. Mahalingam from the Department of Biotechnology, IIT Madras, who is spearheading the initiative, said the programme aims to reach families who may not know that financial support is available. He also encouraged members of the public to refer families of children who require assistance.
Public participation can play an important role in identifying eligible children, particularly in communities where families may have limited access to information about healthcare support programmes.
Supporting precision medicine
Cancer genomics research can help doctors and researchers understand the biological characteristics of childhood cancers and develop more targeted treatment approaches. By combining genomic data, early detection and clinical support, the programme seeks to improve the quality and effectiveness of paediatric cancer care.
The initiative also aims to support awareness campaigns, screening programmes and preventive healthcare interventions. These measures can help identify cancer earlier and encourage families to seek medical attention without delay.
How to nominate a child
Parents, caregivers, doctors, hospitals and organisations should visit hhc-nctb.com, review the instructions and submit the online nomination form with the required medical and financial documents. Applicants should ensure that the information is accurate and complete to avoid delays during the review process.
The Hyundai Hope for Cancer programme represents a significant effort to combine corporate social responsibility, advanced research and equitable healthcare. By helping children from disadvantaged families access treatment, the initiative aims to ensure that financial hardship does not stand between a child and the care they need.
Conclusion
The Hyundai Hope for Cancer programme offers an important financial support pathway for children from economically disadvantaged families undergoing cancer treatment in India. Through the collaboration between Hyundai Motor India Foundation and IIT Madras, the initiative combines treatment assistance with cancer research, genomics, early diagnosis and preventive healthcare.
Parents, caregivers, doctors, hospitals, NGOs and social organisations can nominate eligible paediatric cancer patients through the official Hyundai Hope for Cancer portal. By improving access to financial assistance and advanced cancer care, the programme seeks to ensure that financial difficulties do not prevent children from receiving timely and appropriate treatment.
FAQs
1. What is the Hyundai Hope for Cancer programme?
Hyundai Hope for Cancer is an initiative of the Hyundai Motor India Foundation and IIT Madras that supports paediatric cancer care in India. The programme focuses on areas including treatment assistance for economically disadvantaged children, cancer awareness, screening, HPV vaccination, genomics research, early diagnosis and precision oncology.
2. Who is eligible for financial support under Hyundai Hope for Cancer?
The Cancer Care Fund is intended for paediatric cancer patients from economically disadvantaged families who are currently undergoing cancer treatment. Financial assistance is subject to the programme’s eligibility criteria, required documentation and application review process.
3. How can a child be nominated for financial assistance?
Treating doctors, hospitals, parents, caregivers, NGOs and social organisations can nominate eligible children through the official portal at hhc-nctb.com. Applicants are required to complete the Patient Nomination Form and provide the necessary medical and financial documents.
4. What documents are required for the Hyundai Hope for Cancer application?
Applicants may need to submit medical records, treatment-related information and documents demonstrating the family’s financial circumstances. The exact documentation requirements should be checked on the official programme portal before submitting a nomination.
5. How can applicants contact the Hyundai Hope for Cancer programme?
Applicants, hospitals and referring organisations can visit hhc-nctb.com for nomination instructions and programme information. They can also contact the programme team at hch.nctb@iitm.ac.in for additional assistance.