Hyundai Hope on Wheels National Youth Ambassadors taking a selfie

Become a National Youth Ambassador

2027-2028 CANDIDATE SELECTION

Hyundai Hope on Wheels is excited to announce that applications to become the next National Youth Ambassador are now being accepted. The application period ends January 8, 2027.

See Our Ambassadors in Action
Hyundai Hope on Wheels National Youth Ambassadors taking a selfie

1. Requirements

2. Gather Materials

3. Fill out Submission Form

Download Application

1. Requirements

For more information on eligibility and the application process, please email:

info@hopeonwheels.org

Any childhood cancer survivor not currently receiving active treatment, has been in remission for no more than 6 years, between the ages of 10-13, and with parental or legal guardian consent, is eligible to apply.

Legal guardians of applicants must read and consent to the terms outlined in the Name and Likeness Release. Download Release

Fill out the application and all required fields. Once the application is finished, please upload the application along with your video to the submission form.

Download Name & Likeness Release
Frequently Asked Questions

2. Gather Materials

– Download and Read the Name & Likeness Release

– Download Application

  • Fill out child overview and relative experiences
  • Share words of wisdom
  • Have your parent/guardian describe the affects childhood cancer has had on your family
  • Write a short essay (500-word max) on why you want to be the HHOW Ambassador

– Get a letter of recommendation from your doctor

– Create a Video (2-minute max) telling us your experience and tell us in your own voice why you want to be an ambassador.

Download Application

3. Fill Out
Submission Form

All fields of the application must be filled out. You must submit a video proposal of “why” we should select you as the ambassador. Please state your first and last name at the beginning of the video.

Contact info@hopeonwheels.org with questions about your application.

If you have any difficulties submitting the application, please reach out to Cherisa Pelle at CPelle@hmausa.com.

Child Information

    • Accepted file types: jpg, png, jpeg, gif, Max. file size: 250 MB.
    • Accepted file types: wmv, avi, flv, mov, mp4, m4v, mpg, Max. file size: 250 MB.
    • Accepted file types: pdf, docx, doc, txt, Max. file size: 10 MB.
  • Please provide a letter of recommendation from your treating oncologist or your hospital of care stating why you are a perfect candidate for the 2027-2028 National Youth Ambassadors.
    Accepted file types: pdf, docx, doc, txt, Max. file size: 10 MB.
  • I have read and understand the National Youth Ambassador Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).
  • I confirm that I am over 18 and the parent or legal guardian of the child in the application. I also have read and agree to the terms set in the Name and Likeness Release in the paragraph above.

Our Ambassadors in Action

Hyundai Hope on Wheels National Youth Ambassador with hospital staff at a Hyundai Hope on Wheels event
Hyundai Hope on Wheels National Youth Ambassador at a hospital check presentation
Hyundai Hope on Wheels National Youth Ambassador waving beside a Hyundai race car
National Youth Ambassadors and guests at the Hyundai Hope on Wheels 28th Anniversary gala
Hyundai Hope on Wheels National Youth Ambassador at a Hyundai Hope on Wheels 5K Color Fun Run
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