Why We Do What We Do
Learn more about Parkinson’s Disease and you’ll understand what motivates us to Drive Toward a Cure.
Upcoming Drive Toward a Cure Events
Weekend Getaways
The Kentucky Bourbon Trail Getaway includes a full day of Unlimited Touring Laps at the NCM Motorsports Park before heading to The Brown Hotel in Louisville and a local “speakeasy” for great food and libations, and a chance to unwind. Saturday will feature a relaxing day touring several hand-picked Kentucky Bourbon distilleries with three meals included. Finally, on Sunday we explore some great back roads with lunch at the Bavarian Bierhaus in Nashvillle and we go behind the scenes at the Lane Motor Museum!
Signature Road Rallies
The fall colors in the Northeast are second to none! Whether you’re local or coming from parts that don’t experience such a dramatic change in seasons, it’s always a really special experience. And there is hardly a better way to enjoy it than driving your favorite car along the many classic back roads and byways of the Appalachian Mountains. The 2020 Drive Toward a Cure “Northeast Adventure” will continue to put Drive Toward a Cure at the pinnacle of driving events, blending cars and camaraderie for a great cause.
Track Days
NCM Motorsports Park is once again hosting a FULL DAY of Touring Lapping in support of Parkinson’s Disease research and patient care. ALL makes are welcome; convertibles are welcome; there is no helmet requirement; and passengers are allowed too! Click for full details about the NCM Motorsports Park “Drive Toward a Cure Day”!
Drive Toward a Cure Days
Join Aaron Spaulding/Mike Thies of the Concours d’Elegance of Atlanta, and co-ambassador Bruce Piefke of Caffeine and Octane for a unique Atlanta event for the second Rally Across America Drive Toward a Cure Day, starting at Caffeine and Octane in Dunwoody/Sandy Springs, for a scenic tour of some of the finest roads to travel in the Alpharetta, Cummings, Oakwood and Gainesville areas, with a hosted lunch in Peachtree Corners.
Funds raised from this drive will benefit the Parkinson’s Disease Comprehensive Care Clinic at Emory Udall Parkinson’s Disease Center (Atlanta), a Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence.
Join Lance Phillips of Air & Asphalt LLC, ambassador for the North Texas Dinosaur Valley Tour event. Gathering in South Dallas, our group will enjoy a 150-mile drive through some of the most scenic areas of North Texas throughout the day’s journey. At the halfway point, we’ll enjoy lunch as we get ready for the second half of the tour.
Funds raised from this drive will benefit The Parkinson’s Disease Center and Movement Disorders Clinic at Baylor College of Medicine (Houston), a Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence.
Start your Saturday with some “scoop”. Get to know Derek Hill and the world-renowned legacy he leads, American racing legend Lyn St. James and the triumphs she’s achieved, not just for women but for motorsports, and Jean Jennings, from taxi driver to automotive editorial extraordinaire. Join us as we open the books and tell some tales. We’re gathering online at 11:00am PT / 2:00pm ET and everybody is welcome!
Event in the works. We’re looking forward to our first event with the Mercedes-Benz Club!
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The Latest News…
Non-Profit Drive Toward a Cure Announces the ‘2020 Phil Hill Challenge Match’
Drive Toward a Cure is proud to announce that a generous group of anonymous donors have provided a matching fund of $50,000 to honor legendary gentleman driver and America’s first Formula One Champion Phil Hill, who too was challenged by Parkinson’s.
Groesbeck Grand Prix Names Drive Toward a Cure as Beneficiary for Inaugural Event
As the Groesbeck Grand Prix – A Motorsports Festival continues to safely plan its inaugural event scheduled for September 5-6, the organization’s founders have named national non-profit Drive Toward a Cure as a beneficiary for the premiere lifestyle event.
Modern Luxury Angeleno and Adobe Road Winery Virtual Wine Tasting
Modern Luxury Angeleno magazine has teamed with Petaluma-based Adobe Road Winery to create a unique virtual tasting experience, with a very personalized touch, and with legendary singer and actress Vanessa Williams joining us on August 1st, 2020.
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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.