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OUR STORY

What began as the Reny family's gratitude has grown into a movement that is redefining what trauma care can do for survivors. Founded by survivors of the Boston Marathon bombing, The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation transforms how we prevent, treat, and recover from traumatic injury. Through research, patient care, and education, the center unites brilliant minds and compassionate hearts to revolutionize trauma care and rebuild lives.

WHY TRAUMA?

Trauma is the leading cause of death for people 44 and younger, ahead of cancer and heart disease. It accounts for 300,000+ deaths every year in the U.S. alone, yet receives less than 2% of federal research funding. The Stepping Strong Center is committed to closing that gap through fundraising for initiatives that span the full continuum of care from prevention to treatment and recovery, because every trauma survivor deserves the most innovative, compassionate care possible.

OUR IMPACT

In 2024–25 alone:

●     $650,000 awarded to accelerate innovative research projects

●     190+ published studies advancing trauma care

●     $75,000 provided to support patients' essential life needs

●     650+ people trained in lifesaving emergency response skills

These numbers represent real solutions: new treatments reaching patients, communities better prepared to respond to emergencies, and survivors supported on the road to recovery.

WHAT YOUR DONATION SUPPORTS

Trauma remains one of the most underfunded areas in medicine. In 2025, the center received a record $4.3 million in research funding requests and could fund less than 7% of these transformative projects. Your gift directly closes that gap, fueling seed grants for early-stage research, supporting patient recovery programs, and expanding our reach to survivors who need it most.

With your support, we can change the future for trauma patients worldwide. Please join us and make a gift today.

Thank you for carrying forward the Boston Strong spirit. Together, we are turning tragedy into hope for trauma survivors, civilians and military heroes around the world. To learn more, visit www.bwhsteppingstrong.org.