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The mission of United Cerebral Palsy is to advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with disabilities through an affiliate network.

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National Ambassadors

William H. Macy

Photo: William H. Macy, UCP Goodwill Ambassador

OscarĀ® nominee William H. Macy is one of the most distinguished talents of his generation. In the upcoming months, Macy continues to demonstrate his versatility in several diverse roles, adding to his already impressive credits.

Macy received critical acclaim in TNT's "Door to Door," opposite Kyra Sedgwick, Helen Mirren, Kathy Baker and his wife Felicity Huffman. The movie, which Macy also co-wrote, tells the true story of the life of Bill Porter, an award-winning door-to-door salesman with cerebral palsy.

Macy is a tireless expontent of United Cerebral Palsy. In 2004 he was elected to United Cerebral Palsy Boad of Trustees.



Cheryl Hines

Emmy-award nominated Cheryl Hines stars on the popular HBO Series "Curb Your Enthusiasm". Currently she is working on feature films with Robin Williams, Michael Keaton, Lindsay Lohan, and Matt Dillon. Cheryl spends a great deal of time writing and performing sketch and improvisational comedy. She has been advocating on behalf of United Cerebral Palsy nationally since 2005.

Photo: Cheryl Hines, a UCP Ambassador






Photo: Louis 'Topspeed' Albornoz, a UCP Ambassador

Louis "Topspeed" Albornoz

Louis "Topspeed" Albornoz grew up in New York City driving a 1969 Chevy Nova SS street-legal drag car he built himself. Louis found easy success in drag racing on and off the track. Eventually though, he yearned for a greater challenge. In 1998, Louis decided to sell his beloved drag car to pay for professional racing school. He graduated with flying colors and since then, he has been building an impressive racing career.

Recently, "Topspeed" was invited to participate in the INDY 500, the oldest and most well-known motorsport event in the world. He is advocating for United Cerebral Palsy through endorsements on his race car and his website, www.topspeedracer.com. Furthermore, Albornoz is donating 10% of the proceeds from apparel sales on his site.