WEP Clinical Joins the Oliver Patch Project to Champion Children Facing Serious Illness Through National Patch Day

MORRISVILLE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WEP Clinical (WEP), a full-service clinical research organization (CRO), today announced its sponsorship of National Patch Day through the Oliver Patch Project, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting the pediatric community and their families.

National Patch Day, celebrated annually on June 24^th, is a nationwide movement in the US, launched by the Oliver Patch Project to send patches of love and encouragement to children, teens, and young adults facing cancer, serious illnesses, disabilities, and mental health challenges. The goal is simple: to ensure that no child feels alone throughout their healthcare journey.

As one of this year’s sponsors, WEP will fund the design and distribution of one of 30 brand-new patches created to inspire, uplift, and connect pediatric patients and young adults navigating some of life’s most difficult challenges. Each patch serves as a wearable symbol of hope and a tangible reminder that a child's journey matters. Since its founding, the Oliver Patch Project has delivered over 100,000 patches to children and teens across all 50 states.

"The Oliver Patch Project reminds us that behind every clinical milestone and treatment decision is a child and a family who simply needs to know they are not alone,” said Shaheen Limbada, Chief Operating Officer at WEP Clinical. “Supporting National Patch Day is a natural extension of the values that drive everything we do here at WEP, and we are honored to be part of it."

"At the Oliver Patch Project, we believe that even the smallest gesture can make a tremendous difference in a child’s day," said Brian Burkhardt, Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Oliver Patch Project. "National Patch Day is about creating moments of hope and connection. Every patch serves as a reminder that a child is seen, valued, and supported by an entire community cheering them on. We're grateful to partners like WEP for helping us expand that impact."

WEP Clinical's partnership with the Oliver Patch Project reflects the company's broader commitment to patient-centered care, recognizing that the human experience of illness extends well beyond the clinic or trial site. Beyond National Patch Day, WEP will also be including Oliver’s patches in all WEP pediatric trials, to ensure that WEP's work not only advances science but also recognizes the courage and resilience of the patients at the heart of clinical research.

About WEP Clinical

WEP Clinical is a global CRO with expertise in designing, managing, and executing phase 1-4 Clinical Trials, Expanded and Post-Trial Access Programs, and Clinical Trial Home Nursing solutions across multiple therapeutic areas. Learn more at www.wepclinical.com.

About The Oliver Patch Project

The Oliver Patch Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Miami, FL, dedicated to supporting the pediatric community and their families as they face cancer, serious illness, and mental health challenges. Learn more at www.oliverpatchproject.org.