Hope was an extraordinary wife, mother, daughter, sister, caretaker, and friend that lost her battle to stage IV Melanoma in October of 2022. Hope took care of everyone in her life, especially her two beautiful children Henry and Faith. 

She was the definition of joy. When you were around Hope, you were instantly happier, partly because her smile was so beautifully contagious, but also because she truly lived her life for others. Not just family or friends, but in her career as a nurse practitioner. We want to continue Hope's legacy to help others and live like she did, with so much love and compassion.

Our mission is to empower nurses through scholarship opportunities for graduate education and to provide unwavering support to families affected by melanoma, ensuring they receive the best care and guidance throughout their treatment journey. Together, we strive to strengthen the healthcare workforce and uplift the lives of those impacted by melanoma with compassion, knowledge, and hope.

All donations are tax-deductible and will be acknowledged by Lurie Children’s Foundation.

Note, for those who would like to send physical checks, please make the check out to 'Lurie Children's Foundation' and include 'In Honor of Hope McGowan' in the memo line. Checks can be mailed to:

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Foundation

Attn: Tracey McCusker

Department 4586

Carol Stream, IL 60122-4586

Thank you for your support as we continue to honor Hope's legacy!