The Dr. Bruce W. Thomas Grant Program
We’re thrilled to introduce a new 2025 initiative to offer non-profits and NGOs the chance to receive a $10,000 grant toward purchasing a Primary Care Clinic or any of Clinic In A Can’s solutions.
ABOUT THE GRANT
The Dr. Bruce W. Thomas Grant Program was established through Hospitals of Hope to honor the legacy of Bruce W. Thomas, a pioneer in advancing healthcare accessibility and innovation. This program aims to empower organizations committed to addressing healthcare challenges in underserved or disaster-affected communities.
Through this grant, eligible non-profits and NGOs can receive a $10,000 grant towards the purchase of one Clinic In A Can. This unit can be a Primary Care Clinic or any Clinic In A Can unit. These innovative clinics are designed to deliver critical healthcare services in even the most remote or resource-limited areas, ensuring that no community is left without access to essential medical care.
The Dr. Bruce W. Thomas Grant Program underscores Clinic In A Can’s mission to bring healthcare where it’s needed most, helping to save lives, improve health outcomes, and build stronger, more resilient communities worldwide.
Are you ready to make an impact?
WHO CAN APPLY
Any registered non-profit or NGO with a mission to improve healthcare access.
GRANT BASICS
The grant provides $10,000 towards the purchase of one Clinic In A Can. Organizations can apply for up to 10 grants within one calendar year for 10 Clinic In A Cans.
Grants will be awarded on a rolling basis until funds are fully allocated. All grant awards are up to the discretion of the Hospitals of Hope board of directors.
Dr. Bruce W. Thomas
Dr. Thomas was Board Certified in General Surgery and Critical Care, a Diplomate of the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners, and a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Kansas School of Medicine. He served on the trauma committee and was a proud member of Kansas Surgical Consultants.
Besides Dr. Thomas’s incredible mind he also had MacGyver “can fix anything” abilities as a surgeon. He served patients for almost 30 years at both Wesley Medical Center and Via Christi Ascension hospital as a general surgeon, trauma surgeon and critical care intensivist. Though he was a talented and successful surgeon, he lived a modest life, focused on helping others.
His generosity was second nature. Dr. Thomas traveled to both Rwanda and the Dominican Republic offering his skills as a surgeon to those in need. Throughout the years, his generous contributions were used to help build a hospital in Bolivia, support the surgical residency program in Gabon West Africa, and sponsor a future doctor.
Clinic In A Can transforms durable shipping containers into fully equipped medical clinics, providing a safe and functional environment for delivering healthcare in even the most challenging locations. These self-contained units are designed to meet diverse medical needs, from primary care and dental services to X-ray and trauma care. Engineered for flexibility, they can operate independently or as part of larger healthcare facility, making them ideal for disaster relief and underserved communities. These innovative clinics bring hope and healing worldwide.
Standard Cabinetry
XL Dental Suite w Sterilization Room
Primary Care Clinic
Sterilization Room
CLINIC IN A CAN:
Innovative Healthcare Anywhere
Infectious Disease Unit
ER/Trauma Unit
Laboratory
ER/Trauma Unit