Chapter Facebook Groups

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Connect locally! Join one of our Cure JM Chapter Facebook Groups and meet other Cure JM Families at an upcoming event in your area.

Connecting with families can be a great source of knowledge and support.

To connect with other families in your region, find your area below or contact Betsy Leon at info@curejm.org.

All Cure JM Families

All Cure JM families are invited to join the JM Caregivers Facebook Group.

Northeast Chapters

Southeast Chapters

Southern Chapters

Midwest Chapters

Western Chapters

Additional Support

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Lemons To Lemonade For Kids

Our Story – Humble Beginnings Twenty-one years ago, Cure JM co-founders Tom and Shari Hume set up the Foundation’s first-ever DIY fundraiser to seed important

Alex Hackney’s Story

Despite battling juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM) as a child, Alex Hackney never envisioned becoming a marathon runner, let alone completing prestigious races like the Chicago and New York Marathons. With over 15 years of grappling with JDM, Alex recently completing her third marathon and found closure and perspective in Chicago.

Join Cure JM

Membership is free and we’ll connect you with a network of support, encouragement, and resources.

Cure JM supports families, patients, and the juvenile myositis research community.

Interested in DIY fundraising but need help?

We’re here to help!

To have your fundraiser matched, add “DIY Match” in the memo of your online gift or check.