Hope on the Track: Cure JM x Austin Krainz 2026
Austin Krainz grew up in the Cure JM community and is now a professional racecar driver competing nationally. During the 2026 IMSA racing season, Austin is dedicating his races to raising awareness for juvenile myositis and honoring the families impacted by this rare disease.
Austin is offering complimentary VIP access to Cure JM families at select 2026 IMSA race events. If you’re located near one of the race stops (blue logo only), this is a special opportunity to experience the race weekend up close.
Space is limited. RSVP below to indicate which race you plan to attend.
See Your Name on a Racecar
March is Autoimmune Awareness Month, and children living with juvenile myositis are sharing what hope means to them. Austin is featuring Cure JM on his BMW race car competing nationwide this season in the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge. He has invited our families to be part of the design by submitting messages that will be printed onto balloon graphics displayed on the car.
Each balloon represents a child, a family, and the strength of our community.
How to Participate
To participate in Hope on the Track, please choose ONE of the two following options:
1. Complete the form through the submit button above or HERE;
2. Download the Balloon Template: HERE
Complete Your Message
Write a brief message answering the prompt: What does hope mean to you?
Please include:
• Name
• Age
• State
• Preferred balloon color
Submit Your Balloon
Scan or photograph the completed template and email it to:
rare@curejm.org
Cure JM will compile and coordinate submissions with Austin Krainz’s racing team for placement on the racecar.
Watch the Race
Austin competes in the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge series across the country.
Races can be viewed on:
• Peacock
• CNBC
• YouTube
View the schedule: 2026_IMSA_Schedule
Why This Matters
Juvenile myositis is a rare autoimmune disease affecting children’s muscles and skin.
By placing messages of hope on the racecar, our community raises national awareness and reminds families that they are not alone.
Awareness is the first step.
Action moves us forward.
