Notes for Coats': A Benefit for the Jack McGovern Coats' Disease Foundation
Notes for Coats’ takes place on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at Nelson's Green Brier Distillery in Nashville, TN.
- Doors open at 6:30 PM
- Music starts at 7 PM
- Live & Silent Auctions throughout the night!
This year's event is by invitation only. To be added to the guest list, please email Lisa Richardson at lisajmcdf@gmail.com.
Can't attend? Consider donating to this important event!
Thank you, Sponsors!

Master Distiller
Apex
Cask Strength
Dura Floors, LLC
Nashville Machine
Walters, Inc.
Titan Electric
Demo Plus Group
Barrell Select
National Fire & Life Safety
Alpha Insulation & Waterproofing
Icon Mechanical
Todd Williams
Mills Supply
Single Barrel
Charlotte Glass Contractors
Simon Shelton
Metromont, LLC
Goman + York
Sorella Group
Loenbro Group, LLC
Melnerney & Associates, Inc.
Enterprise Solutions
Lee Company
Rackley Roofing
Himmels Floor & Hardware
Brightview
Dianne Knowles
Juba Aluminum Products Company
Legacy Sponsor
Berry Farms EyeCare
Additional Sponsors
Advizex
Michael Woods
The Levere Family Fund
DLR Group, Inc
Mary Trice
Keith Richardson
Johnny Hernandez
About Notes for Coats’
What began as a small gathering of songwriters and a dedicated Coats’ mom has grown into one of Nashville’s most anticipated annual events! Notes for Coats’ brings together the power of music and community to raise awareness of Coats’ Disease—a rare, vision-threatening condition that primarily affects children.
Each year, Notes for Coats’ features some of Nashville’s hottest singers and songwriters, creating an unforgettable night of music, hope, and purpose. This year will be no different, with an exciting lineup of talented artists performing in support of the cause.
Why Your Support Matters
All proceeds from Notes for Coats’ directly benefit the Jack McGovern Coats’ Disease Foundation, the only organization dedicated to funding research, raising awareness, and supporting families affected by Coats’ Disease worldwide.
Your generosity helps us:
- Fund critical research to improve treatments and find a cure
- Raise awareness so children can be diagnosed earlier and treated more effectively
- Support families navigating the challenges of Coats’ Disease
Together, we can shine a spotlight on this rare disease and move closer to the day we find a cure!
Thank you for your gift today and being part of the music, the mission, and the movement toward a cure.

