Why We Do What We Do
Learn more about Parkinson's Disease and you'll understand what motivates us to Drive Toward a Cure.
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Our Early Onset Parkinson's Blog
At Drive Toward a Cure, we know that Parkinson’s looks different for everyone — and the best way to truly understand it is to hear directly from those living with it. This blog is a place where individuals facing early-onset Parkinson’s can share their own stories in their own words. Some days are tough, some are full of unexpected wins, and all of them are real. By opening up this space, we hope you’ll not only learn more about the journey, but also feel the strength, humor, and resilience that shines through each person’s voice. None of us are on this road alone.
You are more than what happened to you.
I was diagnosed with YOPD 6 years ago. In 2020 at age 45. Something I have learned about myself is that I live better when I separate MYSELF from the DISEASE. I talk to my Parkinson’s like it is the unwelcome squatter I picture it to be. I tell it to stop. To leave....
At 23, Parkinson’s Changed My Life. It Didn’t End It.
When I was 23 years old, I walked into a neurologist’s office looking for answers. I walked out with Parkinson’s disease. Those words changed everything. I didn’t just grieve the diagnosis. I grieved the version of myself that existed before it. I grieved the future I...
What Parkinson’s Has Taken… and What It Has Given
I was 43 years old when I was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson's disease in 2007. Like everyone living with Parkinson's, I've lost things along the way. I've lost the ease of simple movements I once took for granted. I've watched symptoms slowly change the way I...
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Women of Influence Set to Converse During Drive Toward a Cure’s Evening of ‘Music & Motion’
The daughters of heavyweight champion boxer Muhammad Ali and the legendary ‘Godfather of Soul’ James Brown, and the granddaughter of off-road racing pioneer Rod Hall, will join together at Reno’s National Automobile Museum on April 18th for ‘An Evening of Music & Motion’.
“An Evening of Music & Motion” At Reno’s National Automobile Museum
This April 18, 2024, the National Automobile Museum in Reno will host “An Evening of Music & Motion,” bringing awareness to and raising funds for those living with Parkinson’s Disease. Automotive culture and talent will come together to benefit the Parkinson Support Center of Northern Nevada.
’32 Ford Roadster “Speedway Special” at 2024 Grand National Roadster Show
Hot Rod builder Shawn Killion’s 1932 Ford Roadster “Speedway Special” will bring awareness about Young-onset Parkinson’s Disease when it debuts at the Grand National Roadster Show. It is expected to be auctioned later in the year to raise funds for Young-onset Parkinson’s.
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Iconic Timepieces & Luxury Cars
Worn & Driven is a private and exclusive luxury lifestyle magazine that celebrates the passion, craftsmanship, and stories behind iconic timepieces and automobiles. It highlights the lives of its members — from their cars and watches to their philanthropy, automotive media coverage, and personal stories. Please complete the Member Interest Form on their website to receive updates and be the first to know when the hardcopy magazine launches, and be sure to mention Drive Toward a Cure in the “Referred By” section.
Auto / Moto / Travel Lifestyle
We're thrilled to have the support of the relatively new Vicarious Magazine - a publication dedicated to living the car life to the fullest! When you join Club Vicarious, a portion of every print and digital subscription will be donated to Drive Toward a Cure - just use Coupon Code CURE2020!
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Know the Market
Sports Car Market Magazine has been with us from the very start, and we hope you will consider a subscription to their monthly magazine -- the ultimate insider's report on the collector car market.
Get Real with Real Cars
Garage Style Magazine has been a steady supporter of Drive Toward a Cure, and we're deeply grateful. Enjoy a fun diversion for the day, gain discounts on products useful to car enthusiasts, and get a bit of inspiration viewing wonderful collector cars and the garages they call home.
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Drive Toward a Cure raises funds and awareness for Parkinson's Disease research and patient care. Proceeds benefit:
Drive Toward a Cure is constantly imagining and investigating new programs to directly benefit Parkinson's Disease patients and research programs. We would love to hear from you about how you think funds should be directed.
The Parkinson's Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson’s disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure. In everything we do, we build on the energy, experience and passion of our global Parkinson's community.
As the world’s largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson’s Disease research, The Michael J. Fox Foundation is dedicated to accelerating a cure for Parkinson’s Disease and improved therapies for those living with the condition today.