Our Mission
Guided by faith and driven by love, we are committed to making a difference in the lives of children and families affected by Juvenile Dermatomyositis.
Support Families
Walking alongside families navigating the daily challenges of JDM with compassion, resources, and community.
Fund Research
Directing resources toward breakthrough research that brings us closer to understanding and curing JDM.
Raise Awareness
Spreading knowledge about this rare disease so that earlier diagnosis and better support become the norm.
Build Community
Creating a fellowship of hope where families, doctors, and supporters unite around a shared mission.
Meet Dash
Dash Addario was the kind of kid who never stopped moving. His name wasn't an accident; he was fast, energetic, and full of life. Like a bolt of lightning, he lit up every room he entered.
In October 2025, everything changed. What started as unusual tiredness, leg pain, and a faint rash quickly became something much more serious: Juvenile Dermatomyositis. Within weeks, our boy who used to race everywhere needed a wheelchair. It was heartbreaking beyond words.
But our family is built on faith, and we refused to let this disease define our son. Through daily treatments, IVIG infusions, and incredible courage, Dash is fighting back — and his journey inspired us to start Cure JDM.
JDM by the Numbers
Understanding the scale of Juvenile Dermatomyositis helps us fight more effectively.
Children affected annually
5-year survival rate
Typical age of onset
Known cures
Our Five Pillars
These guiding principles keep us grounded and focused as we navigate the journey of JDM.
Faith
Our foundation and source of strength through every trial.
Family
The unbreakable bond that carries us through the hardest days.
Fitness
Rebuilding strength, one day at a time.
Fellowship
A community of support, shared stories, and collective hope.
Finances
Stewarding resources to fund research and support families.
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