>> STAR ABILITY PARTNERS WITH MACY’S TO HOST A ONE OF A KIND INCLUSIVE SUMMER FASHION SHOW TONIGHT AND POSITIVELY GULF COAST. WE’RE SHINING A LIGHT ON ABILITIES MORE THAN 120 GUESTS RECENTLY GATHERED FOR THE SHOW AT MACY’S COASTLAND CENTER IN NAPLES. IT’S ALL ABOUT SUPPORTING STARR ABILITY FOUNDATION’S LIFE, TRANSFORMING PROGRAMS FOR PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES. THE CELEBRATION SHOWCASED, INCLUSIVE FASHION FUND AND COMMUNITY SPIRIT. THEY RAISED $1200 AND RAFFLE PRIZES TO BENEFIT STAR ABILITY DURING THE EVENT STARTED REALLY PRESENT IN THE STAR WORE TO MACY’S AND RECOGNITION OF THEIR SUPPORT AND LOOK GREAT. MACY’S RECENTLY LAUNCHED A PARTNERSHIP WITH STAR ABILITY TO PROVIDE VOCATIONAL TRAINING FOR ITS TRAILBLAZER ACADEMY. IF YOU HAVE A POSITIVELY GULF COAST OR WE’D LOVE TO SHARE IT, YOU CAN E-MAIL US
STARability partners with Macy’s to host one-of-a-kind inclusive Summer Fashion Show
Updated: 7:45 PM EDT Aug 5, 2025
An inclusive summer fashion show is shining a light on abilities in our community. In “Positively Gulf Coast,” Macy’s partnered with STARability at Coastland Center to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The show took place in late July. More than 120 guests attended. The show raised $1,200 through a raffle to benefit STARability. “We are extremely grateful to Macy’s for their incredible partnership and ongoing commitment to inclusivity,” said Madison Nehls, chief program officer at STARability Foundation. STARability also presented a STAR Award to Macy’s in recognition of their outstanding support, inclusive employment opportunities and dedication to empowering individuals of all abilities. DOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment, and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV.
An inclusive summer fashion show is shining a light on abilities in our community. In “Positively Gulf Coast,” Macy’s partnered with STARability at Coastland Center to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The show took place in late July. More than 120 guests attended. The show raised $1,200 through a raffle to benefit STARability.
“We are extremely grateful to Macy’s for their incredible partnership and ongoing commitment to inclusivity,” said Madison Nehls, chief program officer at STARability Foundation.
STARability also presented a STAR Award to Macy’s in recognition of their outstanding support, inclusive employment opportunities and dedication to empowering individuals of all abilities.
DOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment, and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV.
