Organization will focus on accessibility advocacy, media representation, and helping individuals with mobility devices
The Alec Project, a groundbreaking nonprofit organization dedicated to making the world more accessible and welcoming for people with disabilities, is proud to announce its official launch. Founded by Alec Cabacungan, a renowned advocate for disability rights and the face of Shriners Children’s commercials, The Alec Project aims to create a world where everyone, regardless of their medical condition, can live without limitations.
The Alec Project is committed to identifying accessible public spaces, uplifting and amplifying disabled voices in the media, and providing custom-fit mobility aids to young adults who need them. The organization’s goal is to ensure that people with disabilities feel seen, heard, and empowered to live their lives to the fullest.
“When I studied at Northwestern, I wasn’t able to have the same college experience as everyone because of dangerous sidewalks, lack of elevators, and basic lack of access. I hope that one day someone else can,” said Cabacungan, founder of the Alec Project. “This is a nationwide problem.”
While laws like the Americans with Disability Act apply to new buildings, there is no requirement that older buildings fit these requirements. As a result, critical facilities are off limits to the one in 14 Americans who find walking difficult or impossible.
About Alec Cabacungan
Alec Cabacungan has spent his life breaking barriers—not just for himself, but for the entire disability community. Born with a passion for storytelling and advocacy, Alec has dedicated himself to making the world more inclusive and accessible for people with disabilities. At just 22 years old, Alec has already built a career centered on amplifying voices that too often go unheard.
He graduated from Northwestern University with a degree in journalism and has worked at prestigious media organizations, including NBC Sports during the Olympics and Paralympics, the Indiana Pacers, and even as a White House intern in the Office of Communications. Alec’s work has taken him to national platforms such as FOX, CBS, ESPN, and NBA on TNT, where he continues to advocate for inclusion in sports, media, and beyond.
About the Alec Project
The Alec Project is dedicated to making the world more accessible and welcoming for people with disabilities. We help identify accessible public spaces, uplift and amplify disabled voices in the media, and provide custom-fit mobility aids to young adults who need them. Our goal is to create a world where everyone, no matter their medical condition, can feel seen, heard, and empowered to live their life without any limitations.
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