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GMA Network
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Bea Alonzo goes on a Disneyland adventure in Shanghai
Bea Alonzo's globetrotting adventures continue, this time with a sprinkle of magic. The Kapuso actress jetted off to China with her BASH team for a theme park adventure at Shanghai Disneyland, and it looks like they had an unforgettable time. In a series of Instagram Stories, the Kapuso actress shared snippets of their experience in "the happiest place on earth." Bea was joined by her friends-turned-business partners, Bea and Brina Secosana. In one of the videos, Bea could be seen giving a high five to a Donald Duck mascot. In April, Bea made a long trip to Spain, where she visited Andalucia, Madrid, Seville, and Ribera Del Duero. Fun fact: Bea is actually an official resident of Spain and owns an apartment in Madrid. Bea launched BASH in 2023. It features travel essential pieces like luggage, organizers, and bags. She previously starred in the Kapuso series "Widows' War" with Carla Abellana. —Hermes Joy Tunac/JCB, GMA Integrated News
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
IM ABLE Foundation surpasses fundraising goals at Annual BASH
The IM ABLE Foundation raised more than $350,000 at its annual BASH fundraiser March 15 at the Alvernia Plex in Reading. The result far exceeded the organization's $250,000 goal. The Wyomissing-based nonprofit organization helps individuals with disabilities participate in physical activity through grants for adaptive equipment and inclusive programs. A record 750 people registered for the event, which was staged with the support of 50 volunteers. The 2025 Community Motivator of the Year Award was presented to Peter and Marshia Carlino and their family in recognition of their support for IM ABLE since its inception in 2007. The 2025 Adaptive Motivator of the Year Award was presented to Chris Kaag, founder and chief motivational officer of IM ABLE. New this year was a Wheelchair BASH-ketball tournament. Teams of nondisabled players participated in a single-elimination exhibition tournament. The winning team, representing the Daniel J. Parzych Memorial Fund, advanced to face off against some of the best adaptive athletes in the region: members of the PA Lions, Katie's Komets, and Bennett Blazers wheelchair basketball teams. IM ABLE board Secretary Cindi Davis presented two life-changing pieces of adaptive equipment, providing a pair of athletes with the necessary tools to lead active lifestyles. Aiden Guzovsky, an adaptive athlete from Maryland, received a custom wheelchair. It will enable him to train, compete, and share his passion with his community. The wheelchair was funded by The Daniel J. Parzych Memorial Fund. Emily Nappi, a first responder who lives with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, received a Top End Force G Handcycle at the BASH. Just the next day, Nappi won first place in the Women's Handcycle category at the United Airlines NYC Half Marathon, using her new handcycle. Nappi shared her gratitude, saying: 'I am incredibly honored and grateful to receive this handcycle. When I became disabled and lost my career as an EMT, I felt like I had lost a part of myself. Adaptive sports gave me the chance to reclaim my identity — not just as an athlete, but as someone who thrives on a challenge and adrenaline. This handcycle is not just a bike — it's freedom, possibility, and a new beginning. It's empowerment to pursue my life again, and it's a reminder that independence cannot occur without community. Thank you to everyone who made this possible, because of you, I and so many others can keep chasing goals and proving that together, we go further.' 'The success of the 2025 BASH fundraiser highlights the powerful impact of the community's support and strengthens the IM ABLE Foundation's mission to equip adaptive athletes with the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to succeed,' foundation CEO Alex A. Pilkington said. 'IM ABLE is deeply grateful to all the sponsors, volunteers, donors, and supporters whose contributions made this event a remarkable success.' More information on IM ABLE is available at The 2025 BASH held a wheelchair basketball tournament. Teams of non-disabled players, comprised of sponsors and community members, participated in an exhibition tournament. (Courtesy of Katie Kaag, Kaag Kreative)Brantlee, a young wheelchair user whose life was changed by a car accident, will receive a custom-fitted chair to enhance his wheelchair basketball performance, thanks to a portion of the funds raised at the BASH. (Courtesy of Katie Kaag, Kaag Kreative)IM ABLE Foundation founder and Chief Motivational Officer Chris Kaag and his son Carter watch the video at the organization's BASH fundraiser, with the Marine Corps Color Guard in the background. Kaag received an award at the event. (Courtesy of IM ABLE Foundation)
CBS News
19-03-2025
- Health
- CBS News
Philadelphia Navy veteran, decorated wheelchair athlete, honored by historic disability organization
Distinguished Navy veteran, Edwin Dunfee, is a gold medal winner who has overcome serious challenges and now he's being awarded as a game-changer. Dunfee, 66, has won all kinds of medals as a competitive wheelchair athlete. "It was tough. It was real tough. But I never gave up. But I was still scared," Dunfee said. He had a massive heart attack in 2016 that led to a coma, sepsis and eventually having both legs amputated. "When I came out of the coma, I was paralyzed. I couldn't move anything," Dunfee said. "I never even missed legs. I was so grateful just to survive what I went through because I wasn't supposed to." He says it's been a long and difficult recovery but this distinguished Navy veteran is determined. "I'm not giving up. You know, I mean, I had to relearn everything," Dunfee said. He credits much of his new lease on life to the Inglis Apartments at Elmwood. An affordable housing community designed for individuals with disabilities. The accessibility is something he didn't have before "I couldn't reach the sink to get water. The wheelchair wouldn't go in the bathroom. It was too big to go in the bathroom. So I had to crawl all over the place," Dunfee said. Now those dark days are behind him and his life is dedicated to wheelchair sports and inspiring others for that he's being honored as the 2025 Inglis BASH Game Changer at their annual BASH on April 10. "I don't even think I'm disabled anymore," Dunfee said. This game changer says it's all about finding ways to turn hardships into accomplishments. "Never give up. Just keep pushing. It gets better," Dunfee said.
