Some journeys don’t connect cities but something far more hopeful: the real possibility of receiving medical treatment.
For the past two years, Drivania has been collaborating with Corporate Angel Network (CAN), a prestigious U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides free flights and private transportation to cancer patients who need to travel for specialized care.
Drivania’s role has been to ensure that the trips patients take from their homes to the airport, or from the airport to the medical center, are carried out with complete peace of mind and comfort. This year, CAN chose to recognize that commitment with the “Corporate Angel Award”. This acknowledgment highlights that it’s not just about transportation but about providing care and support throughout the entire journey.
Corporate Angel Network: flights that carry hope
Corporate Angel Network has been recognized many times for its pioneering work in facilitating access to medical treatment for cancer patients who need to travel far from home.
Since 1981, CAN has achieved something as simple as it is extraordinary: making use of empty seats on corporate flights to transport, at no cost, individuals battling cancer.
Its compassionate transportation model is built in collaboration with major corporations, private jet operators, hospitals, and specialized medical centers. Every journey is made possible thanks to a network of volunteers who turn logistics into a mechanism for human care.
The success of CAN’s work can be measured in numbers, with over 69,000 cancer patient flight completed, 500+ committed companies, and one clear mission that has remained strong for over four decades.
Last mile logistics: when a journey is much more than transportation
Behind every flight coordinated by Corporate Angel Network is a story of effort and hope. But there’s a part of the journey that often goes unseen: ground transportation.
In many of these trips, logistics for the final ground mile are not always resolved. For some patients and their companions, this means facing key segments of the journey under physical and emotional distress, moments when fatigue, anxiety, and vulnerability add to the uncertainty of a diagnosis or treatment.
As Samantha (Lohse) Thresher, former Executive Director of CAN, noted in an interview with Drivania, there were cases in which the inability to complete the ground transfer meant the flight couldn’t happen either. The destination airport was too far from the medical center, and there were no means to complete that final stretch, losing the opportunity to travel due to the lack of ground transportation support.
Having complimentary ground transportation for cancer patients in this context is a relief. It means removing logistical and financial worries at a time when the priority is simply getting there. And it offers the peace of mind of knowing a private chauffeur will be waiting for each passenger, with a perfectly planned route.
Drivania and its two years of quiet commitment to CAN
The collaboration between Drivania and Corporate Angel Network began in 2022, stemming from an idea as simple as it is powerful: being wherever help is needed. Driven solely by the will to consistently contribute to a cause that speaks for itself.
Since then, Drivania Chauffeurs has become a quiet ally of CAN, addressing a less visible but vital part of the journey. Through close coordination with the organization’s team, private transfers to and from airports across the United States are planned. This logistics approach is designed with patients in mind, based on personalized care and respect for each story of resilience.
Two years later, Drivania’s commitment to this compassionate network remains strong, facilitating volunteer drivers coordination for cancer patients and providing calm presence, support, and humanity in every trip.
Corporate Angel Award: when a service becomes an act of support
This year, CAN chose to recognize Drivania’s consistent commitment and genuine support by awarding them the “Corporate Angel Award”. Two years of selfless collaboration were honored, not for the number of transfers completed, but for the sensitivity and care with which they accompanied each person during a delicate moment, proving that being present has a real impact.
In the words of Igor Martret, CEO of Drivania Chauffeurs: “We are very grateful for this recognition. While our support has always been offered selflessly it means a great deal to us to know that our efforts have had a positive impact. We are deeply committed to the mission of Corporate Angel Network and will continue to collaborate in the future—wherever we may be needed.”
More than just an award, the “Corporate Angel Award” is a reminder that a simple transfer can become something far more valuable, offering peace of mind, dignity, and presence to those who need it most.
FAQs: What you should know about the collaboration between Drivania and CAN
What is Corporate Angel Network (CAN) and what does it do?
Corporate Angel Network (CAN) is a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that arranges free flights for cancer patients by matching their travel needs with available seats on corporate jets already scheduled for business trips—often with executives on board. Its network connects companies, hospitals, and individuals to facilitate access to medical treatment.
Why has Drivania been recognized?
Drivania has been recognized for its consistent commitment to the cause, providing compassionate transportation during the last mile of these medical trips. Their work has allowed many patients to complete their journey without additional logistical barriers.
Can any cancer patient access these free transfers?
Yes, provided they meet CAN’s medical and logistical criteria. The organization evaluates each case individually and prioritizes that the cancer patient is ambulatory, medically cleared to fly without medical equipment like an oxygen tank or IV, traveling to a recognized treatment center within the continental United States, and that there is availability on active corporate routes.