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LAKE BUENA VISTA., Fla. Aug. 17, 2011 – When more than 80 air conditioning units at the Coalition for the Homeless recently needed service this summer, Disney VoluntEARS were quick to lend a helping hand to ensure the Coalition kept cool for those who work and stay there. Coalition for the Homeless is more than …
The Disney® Wish Program is a collaboration between the Walt Disney World® Resort and non-profit wish-granting organizations that make wishes come true for children with life-threatening medical conditions and their families to visit our vacation kingdom. Nearly 7,000 wishes were granted last year at the Walt Disney World Resort, and countless memories are created with …
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., June 1, 2011 – Twenty-four top chefs from Central Florida’s finest dining establishments recently joined forces at Walt Disney World Resort for the 19th Annual Chef’s Gala, the premier fundraiser for the Heart of Central Florida United Way (HFUW). Event organizers say the tasteful event raised more than $185,000 for Central …
APOPKA, Fla., May 23, 2011 – Arriving at the Hope CommUnity Center with a Disney grant for $41,000, Walt Disney World cast members awarded the organization its top grant this morning as it marked the end of a 40-day celebration to surprise, recognize and reward organizations that improve the lives of local children. Since April 13, Walt Disney World …
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., May 16, 2011 – With a prize patrol and special awards in tow, Mickey Mouse is visiting local schools this week to recognize 15 students in the five-county area as Disney Dreamers and Doers Shining Stars. More than 400 students were chosen as 2011 Disney Dreamers and Doers from applications submitted …
Local High School Senior Finds His Voice and Shares His Uplifting Story LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. May 11, 2011- Recently named the “State of Florida Youth of the Year,” Ahkeem Hollimon credits support from Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida’s Tupperware Brands Branch and several Disney VoluntEARS for helping make his dream come …
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., May 9, 2011 – Walt Disney World Resort congratulates Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Florida on achieving Gold Standard Award status, and being one of three Agency of the Year Finalists (large market) as identified by the organization’s Nationwide Leadership Council. Jacquee Wahler, director of internal communications for Walt Disney …
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., April 13, 2011 – In honor of its 40th anniversary, Walt Disney World Resort today kicked off a 40-day “Shine On” celebration across Central Florida to surprise, recognize and reward nonprofit groups, school districts and organizations that improve the lives of local children. Between now and May 22, Disney will give …
More than 160,000 Jobs Created Across the State and Over $6 Billion in Paychecks Attributed to Disney’s Operations in Central Florida LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., April 13, 2011 – A new study released today shows the magic Disney makes for guests at its parks and resorts and on its cruise ships translates into a …
The state-of-the-art facility offers patients a unique experience where kids are the main characters ORLANDO, Fla., March 30, 2011 – Featuring the latest in pediatric clinical technology and soothing, kid-friendly environments, today’s opening of the Walt Disney Pavilion at Florida Hospital for Children ushers in a new era of children’s health care. To mark the …
