Supreme Twins Inaugural Gala
Supreme Twins Foundation Makes Powerful Debut as 400+ Community Leaders Gather for Inaugural Celebration
Lian Fanjul, Miguel Valdes and Ilieva Valdes
Foundation Announces $60K Scholarship Fund with Miami Dade College to Expand Opportunities for Young Adults with Disabilities as They Transition to Adulthood
MIAMI – September 9, 2025 – The Supreme Twins Foundation - a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering children with disabilities and their families - marked its official launch with an Inaugural Celebration on Saturday, September 6 at the JW Marriott Marquis. The invitation-only affair brought together more than 400 community leaders, changemakers, local officials and supporters for an unforgettable evening of purpose and community impact.
The celebration featured Grammy Award–winning artist Albita Rodríguez, who delivered a special performance as the Foundation’s official celebrity ambassador. Esteemed news anchors Calvin Hughes of WPLG Local 10 and Alina Mayo Azze served as the evening’s Masters of Ceremonies.
Founded by Ilieva and Miguel Valdés, parents of twin daughters Nathaly and Nicolee, both diagnosed with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS), the Supreme Twins Foundation was inspired by their personal journey facing the challenges of raising children with unique abilities. Funds raised during the evening will support the Foundation’s three pillars: Therapeutic Services, Education & Employment Opportunities, and Caregiver Support.
“Nathaly and Nicolee have been our driving force,” said Ilieva Valdés, co-founder of the Supreme Twins Foundation. “We’ve seen firsthand the gaps in available services and want to create hope and opportunity for families while addressing a critical void in our community. This is more than a celebration - it is the beginning of a legacy rooted in love, purpose, and intention.”
With a strong focus on the transition to adulthood, the Supreme Twins Foundation supports young people with unique abilities through life skills training, personal development, supported employment, and tools for independence. At the Inaugural Celebration, the Foundation announced a $60,000 scholarship fund with Miami Dade College’s ACCESS program, which provides high-quality education for students with disabilities aging out of the school system and preparing for self-sufficient futures.
Albita Rodriguez
The need for organizations like the Supreme Twins Foundation is underscored by the growing number of families raising children with disabilities. According to the CDC, approximately 1 in 6 children in the United States is diagnosed with a developmental disability, ranging from mild learning disorders to more severe conditions like Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS). Yet, many families struggle to access the specialized care and services their children need, with insurance gaps leaving essential therapies, educational opportunities, and caregiving resources out of reach.
Guests at the Inaugural Celebration enjoyed a one-of-a-kind evening featuring elevated cuisine, live entertainment by Albita Rodríguez and meaningful community impact. Every detail was thoughtfully designed to reflect the Foundation’s mission of building a stronger, more inclusive community.
About Supreme Twins Foundation
The Supreme Twins Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities and supporting their families. Founded by Ilieva and Miguel Valdés, parents of twin daughters with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS), the foundation was born from their personal experiences navigating the challenges of caring for children with special needs. The foundation focuses on three key areas: providing access to essential therapeutic services, creating education and employment opportunities for young adults with disabilities, and offering ongoing support to caregivers through educational resources and emotional assistance. Driven by a mission to create a more inclusive and supportive community, the Supreme Twins Foundation is committed to empowering individuals with disabilities and their families to reach their fullest potential. For more information, please visit www.supremetwins.org.
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Supreme Twins Foundation debuta con fuerza: más de 400 líderes comunitarios se reúnen para su Celebración Inaugural
La fundación anunció un fondo de becas de US$60,000 junto a Miami Dade College para ampliar oportunidades a jóvenes con discapacidades en su transición a la vida adulta
MIAMI — 9 de septiembre de 2025 — Supreme Twins Foundation, organización sin fines de lucro dedicada a empoderar a niños con discapacidades y a sus familias, celebró oficialmente su lanzamiento con una Celebración Inaugural el sábado 6 de septiembre en el JW Marriott Marquis. El evento, solo por invitación, reunió a más de 400 líderes comunitarios, agentes de cambio, autoridades locales y simpatizantes en una noche inolvidable de propósito e impacto.
La celebración contó con la presentación especial de la artista ganadora del Grammy, Albita Rodríguez, embajadora oficial de la fundación. Los reconocidos presentadores Calvin Hughes (WPLG Local 10) y Alina Mayo Azze fungieron como maestros de ceremonias.
Fundada por Ilieva y Miguel Valdés, padres de las gemelas Nathaly y Nicolee, ambas diagnosticadas con Síndrome de Prader–Willi (PWS), la Supreme Twins Foundation nace de su experiencia personal enfrentando los desafíos de criar a niñas con habilidades únicas. Los fondos recaudados esa noche apoyarán los tres pilares de la fundación: Servicios Terapéuticos, Oportunidades de Educación y Empleo, y Apoyo al Cuidador.
“Nathaly y Nicolee han sido nuestra fuerza motora”, dijo Ilieva Valdés, cofundadora de Supreme Twins Foundation. “Hemos visto de primera mano las brechas en los servicios disponibles y queremos crear esperanza y oportunidades para las familias, atendiendo un vacío crítico en nuestra comunidad. Esto es más que una celebración: es el comienzo de un legado basado en el amor, el propósito y la intención”.
Con un enfoque claro en la transición a la adultez, la Supreme Twins Foundation apoya a jóvenes con habilidades únicas a través de formación en habilidades para la vida, desarrollo personal, empleo con apoyo y herramientas para la independencia. Durante la Celebración Inaugural, la fundación anunció un fondo de becas de US$60,000 con el programa ACCESS de Miami Dade College, que ofrece educación de alta calidad para estudiantes con discapacidades que egresan del sistema escolar y se preparan para vidas autosuficientes.
La necesidad de organizaciones como la Supreme Twins Foundation se refleja en el creciente número de familias que crían a niños con discapacidades. Según los CDC, aproximadamente 1 de cada 6 niños en Estados Unidos recibe un diagnóstico de discapacidad del desarrollo, desde trastornos de aprendizaje leves hasta condiciones más severas como el Síndrome de Prader–Willi (PWS). Aun así, muchas familias enfrentan dificultades para acceder a la atención y a los servicios especializados que sus hijos necesitan, con brechas en la cobertura que dejan fuera terapias esenciales, oportunidades educativas y recursos para cuidadores.
Los invitados a la Celebración Inaugural disfrutaron de una velada única con alta gastronomía, entretenimiento en vivo a cargo de Albita Rodríguez y un impacto comunitario significativo. Cada detalle fue diseñado para reflejar la misión de la fundación: construir una comunidad más fuerte e inclusiva.
