Michael SatterfieldNonprofit Drive Toward a Cure has expanded its support for those challenged by Parkinson’s Disease by establishing an all-new ‘Special Assistance Fund’ to provide financial assistance to qualified applicants following extenuating circumstances, such as the devastating Nashville Tornado, earlier this week.
Since 2016, the non-profit Drive Toward a Cure has raised funds and awareness for Parkinson’s Disease research and patient care. With a commitment to further assist in patient care, Drive Toward a Cure has earmarked up to $10,000 to assist those who are challenged by the disease AND experiencing significant losses or exceptional expenses related to the recent Nashville damage.
Donors can indicate that donations made to Drive Toward a Cure during this time are able to request that their donation be directed to those who need support due to the Nashville tragedy specifically and to help increase Drive Toward a Cure’s Special Assistance Fund for future needs.
According to Deb Pollack, founder of Drive Toward a Cure, unforeseen tragedies and natural disasters not only create community loss but can bring indescribable challenges and added stress to those already struggling with the day-to-day tribulations of living with Parkinson’s Disease. Having lost a parent to the disease, Pollack knows first-hand the hardships faced on a daily basis.
“Living with this disease is difficult enough during normal times; and now, for those patients affected by additional tragedy beyond their control, it is incumbent upon our organization to step in where we can and offer assistance. Though the monetary value of these grants is only a start, we hope that this token can make a meaningful difference to those challenged by Parkinson’s and will encourage others to continue to help us seed these efforts.”
To apply for grants offered by Drive Toward a Cure, please go to https://www.drivetowardacure.org/special-assistance-fund.
Beginning immediately, Drive Toward a Cure will be accepting additional donations to support this effort and potentially create additional grant opportunities at www.drivetowardacure.org.
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