Natalia is dancing in honor of her son Alex, whose vibrant life was shaped by both brilliance and struggle. Diagnosed with ADHD at a young age, Alex faced the challenges of mental health and addiction, while still pursuing passions for soccer, politics, and public service. He was a gifted speaker, a compassionate friend, and an incredible older brother. He found joy and peace through soccer—once telling Natalia that playing the game made him feel the same kind of happiness he had once sought in less healthy places.

In Alex’s memory, Natalia founded the Alex Foppoli Memorial Soccer Tournament and Scholarship Fund, which provides financial support for children—particularly those facing mental health challenges, financial hardship, or limited access to extracurriculars—to attend soccer camps and join travel teams. The goal is to give young players the same joy, purpose, and belonging that soccer gave Alex, and to foster early intervention, connection, and healing through sport.

As a parent, Natalia knows the heartache of watching a child struggle—and the courage it takes to keep fighting for them. By dancing, she hopes to raise awareness around youth mental health, break the stigma around ADHD and addiction, and honor every family walking that journey with love and hope.