Imagine a world where no question is too complex to answer, especially when it concerns rare diseases like Gorham Stout Disease (GSD), Generalized Lymphatic Anomaly (GLA), Kaposiform Lymphangiomatosis (KLA), and Central Conducting Lymphatic Anomaly (CCLA). These complex lymphatic anomalies challenge patients, families, and the very scientists and doctors who study and treat them. This is where the Alfie Milne Young Investigator Award steps in.

Named in honor of a brave soul, the Alfie Milne Young Investigator Award is not just a grant?it's a beacon of hope for early career researchers poised to unlock new knowledge in the field of lymphatic research. Each year, this award offers $25,000 to support promising research ideas that could lead to breakthroughs in understanding and treating these perplexing conditions.

Our goal through the Million Dollar Bike Ride is not only to fund this crucial award but to ensure the continuity of innovation and dedication in the lymphatic research community for years to come. The recipients, be they postdoctoral and clinical fellows or instructors, are selected for their commitment and potential impact on the field. They work under the mentorship of seasoned scientists, crafting a path that is both guided and inspired.

Every pedal pushed and every dollar donated brings us closer to new discoveries, fostering a new generation of researchers who will continue the fight against these rare diseases. Your support fuels this journey?empowering the brightest minds to explore, discover, and, most importantly, to hope.