13 Mar

Posted at 21:55h in Events by

On January 12, 2025, the Sala Ratti in Legnano hosted the concert "Where There Are Angels, There Is Melody", organized by the Bianca Ballabio Foundation in memory of Bianca Ballabio and Carabinieri's Vice Brigadier Saverio Cirillo. The event featured internationally renowned pianist Emanuele Arciuli, who performed pieces by composers such as Haydn, Debussy, Grieg, Margaret Bonds, William Duckworth, John Harbison, and Michael Daugherty. The initiative is part of the "Il Germoglio di Bianca" project, aimed at raising funds for the Obstetrics and Gynecology department of Legnano's Hospital. The hall was packed, and the audience greatly appreciated Arciuli’s performance, giving him warm applause at the end of the concert. The event was a meaningful moment for the community, bringing together music and solidarity in remembrance of Bianca and Saverio. ...

13 Mar

Posted at 21:50h in Projects 2024 by

In December 2024, the "Bianca Ballabio" Annual Award Scholarship was once again granted by Rectoral Decree at the University of Sassari (Department of Medicine and Surgery) to the top student of the academic year who was a classmate of Bianca. The scholarship, donated by the Bianca Ballabio Foundation, is awarded annually and is valued at 3,000 euros. This year, the scholarship was awarded to Tomaso Leonardo Porcheddu as the best student of the 2023/2024 Academic Year in Medicine and Surgery. ...

13 Mar

Posted at 21:48h in Events by

On November 23rd, 2024, the Golf Club Le Robinie hosted the 1st "Bianca Ballabio" Foundation Trophy in memory of the young woman from Legnano who passed away in a car accident. The event, which saw great participation, was played over 18 holes in a Stableford format. The overall trophy was won by Massimiliano Sforza, while Marco Rondanini, Marco Trucco, and Deborah Guolo triumphed in the net categories. The tournament helped raise funds for the foundation’s projects, such as "Il Germoglio di Bianca". The success of the event suggests it will become a recurring tradition. ...

02 Nov

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ASD Tennis Time Champion, led by European tennis champion Paolo Zingale, and the Bianca Ballabio Foundation came together to honor Bianca with the first edition of a tournament dedicated to her memory at the prestigious Tennis Club in Busto Arsizio. The tournament featured 40 ranked participants from all over Italy, and the winner was Bianca's friend, Rachele Zingale. ...

02 Nov

Posted at 18:14h in Awards by

On June 30, at the headquarters of the Famiglia Legnanese, the Bianca Ballabio Foundation was awarded the prestigious 30th Teresa Merlo Prize, "A Life, A Commitment to Others." The decision was made upon the recommendation of the Merlo family and ratified by the council of the Famiglia Legnanese. The Foundation was honored "for choosing to keep Bianca's dream alive through the Foundation dedicated to her: the dream of becoming a passionate and enthusiastic doctor committed to advancing medicine and caring for others and the community. The Foundation stands out as a place of intercultural exchange for studies and research, with a strong focus on supporting medical research and the training of young doctors, residents, and researchers. The award also acknowledges the innovative projects carried out in healthcare and social assistance through targeted donations, providing essential contributions to the development of medical-scientific institutions. The scholarships awarded by the Foundation enable aspiring doctors and researchers to pursue their dreams, allowing them to continue their journey of excellence in education and in caring for others.” ...

05 Feb

Posted at 10:22h in Projects 2023 by

On December 5, 2023, the University of Insubria in Varese - Department of Medicine and Surgery - officially announced a scholarship for research activities donated by the Bianca Ballabio Foundation. The title of this scholarship is "Bianca Ballabio Foundation Scholarship: The Role of Technological Innovation and Minimally Invasive Techniques in Improving Outcomes in the Field of Surgery." The recipient of this scholarship is Dr. Alessia Girlando. The research activities will take place at La Fe Hospital in Valencia and IMED Hospital in Valencia from January to March 2024. ...

05 Feb

Posted at 10:21h in Projects 2023 by

On December 5, 2023, a scholarship for research activities, donated by the Bianca Ballabio Foundation, was officially announced by the University of Insubria in Varese - Department of Medicine and Surgery. The title of this scholarship is "Bianca Ballabio Foundation Scholarship: The Role of Technological Innovations and Diagnostic-Therapeutic Techniques in Improving Outcomes in the Field of Medicine." The winner of this scholarship is Dr. Serena Gregori. The research activities will take place at the University of Mannheim/Heidelberg (UMM). ...

05 Feb

Posted at 10:21h in Projects 2023 by

In December 2023, the "Bianca Ballabio" Annual Prize Scholarship at the University of Sassari (Department of Medicine and Surgery) was again awarded by Rectoral Decree to the best student of the academic year attending Bianca. The scholarship donated by the Bianca Ballabio Foundation will be annual and is worth 3,000 euros. This year the scholarship was awarded to Aurelia Plossi as the best student of the academic year of Medicine and Surgery 2022/2023. ...

05 Feb

Posted at 10:21h in Awards by

On Sunday, November 5, 2023, the Mayor of Legnano, Lorenzo Radice, officially awarded the Civic Merit to our Bianca Ballabio Foundation. This honor was in recognition of the projects accomplished in the health and social care fields, the scholarships provided to students and researchers, and the innovations at the Legnano Hospital, all tangible signs of our commitment to community care and service. This represents a significant recognition of the seriousness and hard work of our foundation. ...