Lakeshore Foundation

03/21/2026

The Lakeshore Sharks and Lakers both had a solid first day of competition at the 2026 NWBA Junior Nationals Championships in West Monroe, LA today. Each team finished the day with one win and one loss and will be back in action tomorrow when the Lakers face the NY Rolling Fury at 10 a.m. and that Sharks take on the WASA Junior Golden Eagles at 12:30 p.m. Good luck, Lakeshore!

03/20/2026

We're on a mission to raise $3 million in 3 years to support our Paralympic teams. Check out Bham Now - Birmingham’s modern media's recent article on our 3 For 3 movement to learn more about our goal and how you can support!

🇺🇸 $3M FOR PARA ATHLETES: Team USA athletes based at Lakeshore Foundation need our support getting to the LA28 Games—here's how to help! 👇NowPartner

03/19/2026

Help us wish the Lakeshore Lakers and Sharks wheelchair basketball teams good luck as they travel to West Monroe, LA this weekend to compete in the NWBA Junior National Championships!

The Sharks will be competing in the Prep National Championship bracket, while the Lakers will be competing in the Varsity Invitational Championship bracket. Visit nwba.org/nationals to view the full schedules and for live stream information.

03/18/2026

Such a cool concept! Stream the full episode on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform: https://youtu.be/TSfdgKDn7no?si=nOafcUYCYpEA2soC

03/18/2026

Friends reunite on this week's episode as Alie B. chats with friend and fellow performer Ben Raanan! Ben is a theater maker, disability advocate and artistic director of Phamaly Theatre Company, the longest-running professional disability theatre in the U.S. It's a great conversation and a fascinating window into the theater disability community!

Episode 12 of NWU is out now on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. ➡️ nothingwithoutus.podbean.com

03/16/2026

United States Wheelchair Rugby Association Nationals is happening at Lakeshore April 9-12, and we need your help! Volunteers are needed in a variety of positions, including scorekeeping, shot clock, livestreaming, concessions and more. Volunteering is a great way to contribute to Lakeshore and support the athletes competing! No experience necessary — follow one of the links to learn more and sign up today:
New Volunteers: https://www.volgistics.com/appform/368300714
Current Volunteers: https://www.volgistics.com/vicnet/46005/login

03/15/2026

Our Lakeshore Force and Charge power soccer teams were back in action earlier today at the Georgia Peach Tournament. Both teams played hard, with the Force finishing the day 2-1. While the Charge weren’t able to end the day with a win, they are looking forward to continuing to work hard towards their next competition.

03/14/2026

Your official invitation to Roll, Roast & Romp, a weekend of accessible adventure in partnership with Alabama State Parks Division!

Join us for a family camping weekend designed for adults (19+) with physical disabilities and their families. This is your chance to get outside, try something new and explore all the accessible features the park has to offer! Enjoy the full camping experience from Friday to Sunday, or join us for the day on Saturday.

Visit https://form.jotform.com/260415621069049 to learn more and register today!

03/13/2026

Highlights from an incredible weekend! We want to give one more shoutout to everyone who showed up, showed out and made waves at Lakeshore’s Para Swim Open Series. U.S. Paralympics Swimming

03/12/2026

Connection is so important, and Maddi Niebanck is using her platform to create it! Stream the full episode on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. https://youtu.be/LIDquy3Q_qA?si=LG_xqrDZ5Qh8GvQV

03/12/2026

This week on Nothing Without Us, we're joined by the brilliant Maddi Niebanck! Maddi is an author, speaker, content creator and advocate. After surviving a stroke at a young age, Maddi has turned her experience into fuel for advocacy. Her goal? To build community and empower others to share their story.

Learn Maddi's full story by streaming NWU on YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! Visit lakeshore.org/podcast for more.

03/11/2026

☀️ Ready for an unforgettable summer? Lakeshore is seeking teens aged 16-18 for our teen volunteer program! Our summer teen interns work in a variety of Lakeshore program areas, including athletics, aquatics, fitness, membership, communications and recreation.

Throughout the summer, you'll build leadership, teamwork and customer service skills, all while learning more about how being active in fitness, recreation, sport and research opportunities is critical for people with physical disabilities and chronic health conditions.

Visit lakeshore.org/volunteer for more info on eligibility & the application process! To apply, click the following link: volgistics.com/appform/1768629851