
Walk Strong Nashville 2026
Walk Strong Nashville
Small Steps. Big Impact.
Cure in Progress — Be Part of the Journey!
Join us for Walk Strong Nashville and take powerful steps toward progress in the fight against juvenile myositis. Together, we’re turning small steps into big impact — and every step brings us closer to a cure.
📅 Event Details
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: Check-in begins at 9:00 a.m.
Location: Pinkerton Park - Tinkerbell Shelter
405 Murfreesboro Rd, Franklin, TN 37064
Why We Walk
Every step we take fuels research, care, and better treatments for children battling juvenile myositis (JM). Your participation helps accelerate the progress toward a cure — and offers hope to families across the country.
✅ How You Can Help
- Register and start your team - rally your friends and family
- Donate today - every dollar makes a difference
- Mail checks to: Cure JM, PO Box 45768, Baltimore, MD 21297 (Please include the honoree’s name in the memo.)
💙 Together, We’re a Cure in Progress
Thank you for stepping up and joining the fight to ensure a brighter, healthier future for all kids living with JM.
Thank You to Our Walk Committee
- James Tealy & Jenny Simmons - Walk Chairs
- Brittany Allen
- Kayla Applewhite
- Emily & John Darnell
- Alania Davis, MD - Vanderbilt Childrens Hospital
- Cassie Kroll
- Dale Ruark
Walk Strong Nashville would not be possible without the dedication and leadership of our incredible Walk Committee. Thank you for your time, passion, and commitment to advancing the fight against juvenile myositis and supporting families every step of the way.
Thank you for stepping up and joining the fight to ensure a brighter, healthier future for all kids living with JM.
Thank You to Our Walk Committee
- James Tealy & Jenny Simmons - Walk Chairs
- Brittany Allen
- Kayla Applewhite
- Emily & John Darnell
- Alania Davis, MD - Vanderbilt Childrens Hospital
- Cassie Kroll
- Dale Ruark
Walk Strong Nashville would not be possible without the dedication and leadership of our incredible Walk Committee. Thank you for your time, passion, and commitment to advancing the fight against juvenile myositis and supporting families every step of the way.
Questions?
Contact Sara Echols, Chapter & Walk Manager sara.echols@curejm.org
Questions?
Contact Sara Echols, Chapter & Walk Manager sara.echols@curejm.org
| Participant Name | Event Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jenny Simmons | Walk Strong to Cure JM 2026 | $30,799 |
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Walk Strong to Cure JM 2026 | $27,761 |
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Walk Strong to Cure JM 2026 | $2,586 |
| Nashville General Donations Page | Walk Strong to Cure JM 2026 | $1,958 |
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Walk Strong to Cure JM 2026 | $1,637 |
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Walk Strong to Cure JM 2026 | $50 |
| Bobbie and Matt Bernhardt | Walk Strong to Cure JM 2026 | $0 |
| Cassie Kroll | Walk Strong to Cure JM 2026 | $0 |
