Last month, Disney executives were on hand to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Give Kids The World (GKTW), a local nonprofit that provides cost-free vacations to children with life-threatening illnesses. A highlight of the festivities: the unveiling of a new Disney-supported Star Tower and Gallery of Hope, which will shine a spotlight on the organization’s special guests.
“I’m proud that Walt Disney World was one of the first supporters of Give Kids the World,” said Walt Disney Parks & Resorts President of Worldwide Operations and GKTW Advisory Board Member Al Weiss. “There’s no doubt that the memories created at the Give Kids The World Village are treasured by the families who visit but they are also cherished by the thousands of Disney VoluntEARS whose lives have been changed by their own visits with the remarkable children they meet.”
To date, GKTW has made memories possible for 107,000 families from all 50 states and more than 70 countries with volunteers playing a big role in creating happy memories for guests. The organization has more than 3,500 volunteers, with Disney VoluntEARS alone donating 38,000 hours of their time last year. In fact, many departments at Walt Disney World even “adopt” a night to serve dinner to guests at the GKTW’s Gingerbread House.
“One of my favorite experiences as a cast member is volunteering at Give Kids The World,” said Disney VoluntEAR Angela Norred. “At the Village, there is no sickness, only smiles. I feel lucky to be a part of these brave children’s memories and am proud Disney supports this amazing organization.”
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