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Driving Joy.
Fueling Hope.

Across The Carolinas.

Sharing the joy of exotic and classic cars with children bravely battling cancer. Helping families with the silent hardship of childhood cancer. 

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Childhood cancer affects the entire family.

Treatment can mean countless hospital visits, long drives, missed work, unexpected expenses and months or years of uncertainty. Dream Rydes in The Carolinas exists to bring support and a "Ryde of A Lifetime". 

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The Carolinas Why

Jillian was diagnosed with Stage 4 B Hodgkin's Lymphoma at just 16 years old. Despite the diagnosis, Jillian kept an incredibly positive attitude - "I just have cancer, I'm not dying." Jillian's resilience and strength became a huge inspiration to Megan. Megan was so thankful for all the charities supporting them during the battle. These organization's helped them with struggles one of them being transportation. Knowing it was a common struggle with patients and their families -  Megan felt compelled to bring Dream Rydes to The Carolinas. 

Community. Care. Compassion.

When a child needs a little extra hope, the Carolinas car community shows up. Dream Rydes partners with car clubs, first responders, local businesses and community organizations to create unforgettable Ryde of A Lifetime experiences. 

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Have a special car?

Use it to create an unforgettable memory for a child.

Have a special car?

Know a child who needs a Ryde?

Parents, caregivers, hospitals and community members can submit a referral.

Want to fuel more Rydes?

Every donation helps us create experiences and expand support for families.

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Passionate People. A Stronger Carolinas.

Our team is made up of volunteers, supporter and community members who believe in the power of joy. Together, we're bringing hope to children and families across the Carolinas. 

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Megan Clark

Executive Director the Carolinas. 

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Jessica Walker

Board Member the Carolinas

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Trunk or Treat

Upcoming Events

October 17th

More information coming soon!

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Join Fuel the Ryde Club.
Choose Your Fuel Grade. 

The Fuel Pump Level
$25/month

Covers the critical minor tune-ups and passenger comfort kits that make a stressful hospital trip a little easier.

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The Driver’s Seat Level
$50/month

Keeps our wheels safely turning by covering routine vehicle maintenance, safety checks, and 2–3 fully funded patient rides.

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The VIP Ryde Level
$100/month

This level directly powers a week's worth of crucial hospital trips for patients who need us most. 

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Fleet Guardian Level
$500/month

Underwrites a van's monthly over-the-road operational budget to reach more children in our community.

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The Supercharger Level
$250/month

 

Powers complete roundtrip hospital rides erasing the transit burden for children undergoing active treatment.

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Health Fueler Level
$375/month

Powers specialized commercial auto liability insurance or maintenance for a Sprinter van, guaranteeing safe rides.

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The Engine Level
$1000/month

Fuels the van for the entire month. You are single-handedly ensuring our vehicle never has to turn down a patient in need.

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