Our Story
Will Hughes, affectionately known as Willie, inspired everyone around him with his unwavering positive spirit. Whether on the basketball court, baseball field, or in the classroom, Willie’s zest for life was contagious. His courageous battle against cancer, which included numerous surgeries and experimental therapies, left a lasting impact on the doctors, nurses, and researchers at Children’s National who cared for him. The Willie Strong Foundation was established to honor his legacy by raising funds for research and clinical trials aimed at finding effective treatments for pediatric glioblastoma and other aggressive pediatric brain tumors.