I love to read about stories like this and the generosity of the Disney VoluntEARS. With approximately 20,000 brand new toys in tow, Walt Disney World Resort VoluntEARS were on a mission this morning to make the holidays brighter for thousands of local children. Joined by Mickey Mouse and Duffy
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Disney VoluntEARS Create a “Beary” Christmas for Children in Need
A teddy bear is special gift. In an instant, it can become a child’s best friend. Partnering with the Salvation Army of Central Florida, Disney VolunEARS dressed more than 2,000 bears during this year’s Dress-A-Bear program. Walt Disney World cast members have been participating in the Dress-A-Bear program for the
Where to find Santa Claus at Walt Disney World
This article comes to us from Kristin Ford at the Orlando Sentinel‘s Daily Disney Column. It’s December so of course Santa Claus and his elves are extremely busy. Still, The Big Man always finds time to visit Walt Disney World, so make sure your little one is ready for a
Disney’s Charitable Spirit Glows at Community Candlelight Event
Prior to a special performance of the Candlelight Processional at Epcot on December 5, Walt Disney World Resort president Meg Crofton surprised Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida with a gift of $30,000 to benefit the charity’s Kids Café. With 13 sites across Central Florida, Second Harvest’s Kids Café
HoHoHo Disney World Swan and Dolphin Unveils Life-Size Chocolate Santa
This holiday season there will be no Santa sweeter than the one on display at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel, an Epcot Resort Hotel. A life-size chocolate Santa – complete with armchair, fireplace and Christmas tree – sculpted entirely out of chocolate will be exhibited in the
Live your princess dream with a new Rapunzel makeover at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
Young guests can live their princess dream with a new Rapunzel makeover at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique in Magic Kingdom (also Disneyland Park). Inspired by the animated feature film Tangled from Walt Disney Pictures, the boutique experience includes a golden, flowing wig, shimmering makeup, face gem, a princess bag and
Safety Cast Members Earn Prestigious Awards for Expertise
Two of the nation’s elite engineering organizations recently honored several Disney cast members for their outstanding work in engineering and safety. Tina Haley, an electrical engineer specializing in safety at Walt Disney World Resort, received the Distinguished New Engineer Award from The Society of Women Engineers. The honor recognizes professional
Soulful Sounds of the Holidays at Walt Disney World
D’Vine Voices blends gospel music and a live band with powerful performances daily at Epcot. Shows take place at the Fountain Stage with 25-minute shows on and off between 1-5 p.m. Epcot is at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.
Support your Disney Workers – MouseTrapped 2010 Complete Video
MouseTrapped 2010 is the story of the workers that make the Magic and their struggles in these tough economic times…a backstage look at what Pixie Dust is really made of. Related articles Mousetrapped 2010 – Disneyworld Workers on Strike (chipandco.com) Complete Lineup for the 27th Annual Disney Parks Christmas Day
Disney Shares Holiday Cheer Year-round at Coalition for the Homeless
Did you know Disney VoluntEARS prepare and serve nearly 750 meals a month at Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida? It’s a tradition that spans at least a decade and one of many ways that Disney lends a helping hand at the Coalition, which provides food and shelter to
Candlelight Processional Returns to Epcot Nov. 26-Dec. 30, 2010
Whoopi Goldberg, Susan Lucci, Brad Garrett and Isabella Rossellini are all part of a lineup of 12 celebrity narrators who retell the joyous story of Christmas during Candlelight Processional Nov. 26-Dec. 30, 2010, at Epcot. Joined by a mass choir and 50-piece live orchestra, this renowned holiday tradition takes place
Creating Holiday Memories
When it comes to making magical memories, there’s no place like the Disneyland Resort during the Holidays. Now through Jan. 2, 2011, the season shines more brightly than ever with favorite characters dressed in holiday style and daily performances of “A Christmas Fantasy” parade.. The holiday experiences include special holiday
The Walt Disney World Moms Panel and Celebrity Guests Star in New Vacation Planning Videos
Need suggestions on how to plan an unforgettable family getaway? Look no further than the Walt Disney World Moms Panel. Disney’s 43 park-savvy parents have released a new set of online videos featuring their favorite one-of-a-kind experiences available to Walt Disney World guests. A special additional to the Moms Panel
Hundreds of Disney VoluntEARS Team Up to Clean Up Brevard County Beaches
A wave of nearly 500 Disney VoluntEARS scoured Brevard County beaches on Nov. 13, clearing more than 2,500 pounds of trash from the coastline as part of the International Coastal Cleanup, the world’s largest volunteer effort to improve the health of the ocean and waterways. Disney VoluntEARS, working with the
