THE ELITE POWERLIFTING FEDERATION
November 26, 2016
New England Record Breakers
POWERLIFTING FOR DAINE
Daine Johnson is a 5 year old boy who was diagnosed with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (Brittle Bone Disease).
Because medical expenses have become a burden on the family we are doing this to help the family get Daine whatever he needs.
April 29, 2017
National Championships
POWERLIFTING FOR BOBBY
Bobby Colantonio is 18 year old, 5th best hammer thrower in US High School history, 3x State Champ., New Balance Nationals Champ., and a 2x finalist at IAAF World Junior Champions, and RI Boys Track & Field Athletic 2016 Gatorade Player of the Year -recipient of a Scholarship to the University of Alabama who was diagnosed by the Crimson Tide Athletic Department during his 1st year of college with Metastatic Ewing’s Sarcoma. Because medical expenses have become a burden on the family we are assisting the family to defray the medical expenses.
November 25, 2017
New England Regional Competition
POWERLIFTING FOR JOSHUA
Joshua is 11 years old, his Wish is to go to a Celtics game, meet Isaiah Thomas, and the Celtics players which will include a stay in Boston with some other fun-filled surprises! Joshua was born with a congenital heart defect called Hypoplastic Right Heart Syndrome which means the right side of Joshua’s heart did not form properly. Joshua’s heart was not able to adequately pump blood to the lungs so he required immediate open heart surgery when he was born followed by three more open heart surgeries over the course of 2 yrs. Joshua requires constant monitoring by his cardiologist. Joshua is an inspiring young man who bravely faces his medical challenges with the love and support of his family and friends! Joshua also wishes to set a State Deadlifting Record at this show, he will be trained by World Champion Powerlifter, George Lazzareschi, President of the Dog House Powerlifting Organization, and State Chairman of Elite Powerlifting Federation, to grant his Powerlifting Wish!
April 14, 2018
EPF National Championships
POWERLIFTING FOR BENJAMIN
Benjamin is 11 years old, and suffers from SMA (spinal muscular atrophy) a form of Muscular dystrophy and which currently has no cure. Benjamin is wheel chair bound, he enjoys playing video games, Marvel Super Heroes, Star Wars, and playing games online with his friends. Benjamin greatly enjoys Christian Rock Music- loves going to the concerts and meeting the artists. Benjamin is an only child, but does want to adopt a sibling someday. Benjamin typically has 2-3 doctor’s appointments weekly but actually enjoys his pool therapy. Benjamin has 3 pets, 2 cats and a Green Cheeked Conure bird. Benjamin would like to get into robotic scientist so he can help other kids like him when he gets older with medical devices and prosthetics. Benjamin is a very happy, cheerful boy, and wakes up everyday with a smile on his face ready to take on the world one hurdle at a time.
November 24, 2018
EPF New England Regional Championships
POWERLIFTING FOR SERENITY
Serenity is 12 years old, born at 25 weeks weighing only 1 lb 12 oz, battles Cerebral Palsy, has a VP shunt that she will need the rest of her life. She has had more than 11 surgeries on her head to replace or repair the shunt. She is also very near sighted, and has mild to moderate hearing loss and is wheel chair bound. Princess Serenity is the epitome of strong, and one of most happiest young ladies you will ever meet . She belongs to a dance troupe out of Lakeville, MA and she is a cheerleader for the Dighton-Rehoboth Falcons Challenger Cheer and a fan of Monster High Dolls and Toys. She is in 7th grade at The Grace School at Meeting Street in Providence. Serenity’s super power is she can make a room light up by the smile she is wearing when she enters. Everyone that has met her agrees, she is a beautiful, strong child making a lasting impression.
November 30, 2019
New England Regional Championships
POWERLIFTING FOR JASON
Jason is 15 years old. He was born with a rare genetic syndrome called Mosaic Trisomy-8. Throughout his life, Jason has courageously overcome many medical and developmental obstacles. From a lifesaving heart surgery at 2 months old, and a scoliosis repair at age 10 that left him with a metal rod which extends the length of his back and over a year of physical therapy to re-learn how to sit up, stand and walk, Jason has always persevered with strength and grace. He never complains or gives up. In fact, it is his personality which keeps everyone around him strong during the most difficult times. Jason loves to paint and draw; listening to music and playing the drums, guitar and keyboard; he is a member of the Drama Club, Lego Robotics and the Chorus at The Grace School. He loves learning about Science and Math, especially with his friends. Even though Jason is unable to speak, he communicates with his friends and the world through his art, music, technology and the charismatic way he has about him. He loves Blues Clues & all Dogs. We are hoping to provide Jason with his own Service Dog for Protection & Companionship. Help support Jason get a Dog.
