Central Florida Dreamplex awarded $25,000 grant for wheelchair basketball

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Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Central Florida Dreamplex awarded $25,000 grant for wheelchair basketball
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The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation has awarded a $25,000 grant to the Central Florida Dreamplex to enhance its wheelchair basketball program. This funding will support the Orlando Magic Dreamers Competitive Wheelchair Basketball Program, which caters to young athletes with physical disabilities. Established in 2019, the program has expanded its competitive play and now includes two divisions for ages 5 to 18. During the 2025–2026 season, the program conducted over 45 structured practices and aimed to raise awareness about disability through community outreach events. The Varsity team qualified for the National Wheelchair Basketball Association National Tournament and finished in 14th place nationwide.

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  • •Central Florida Dreamplex receives $25,000 from Orlando Magic Youth Foundation
  • •Funding supports the Orlando Magic Dreamers Competitive Wheelchair Basketball Program
  • •The program has expanded play since its inception in 2019
  • •It serves athletes ages 5 to 18 across two divisions
  • •Varsity team participated in the National Wheelchair Basketball Association National Tournament
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The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation granted $25,000 to help Central Florida Dreamplex grow its wheelchair basketball program.

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