More than 2,000 educators immersed themselves in the most important topics related to bilingual education during the 42nd Annual National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) conference at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. As part of its ongoing commitment to diversity and education, The Walt Disney Company is sponsoring this year’s conference, with
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VoluntEARS from Disney Team Up to Clean Up
VoluntEARS from Walt Disney World Resort and Disney Cruise Line demonstrated their commitment to local environmental and conservation efforts today, as they teamed with friends, family and community partners to clear more than 250 pounds of trash along the Brevard coastline near the homeport of Disney Cruise Line. Joining with
‘Limited Time Magic’ Super Celebration Begins Today at Walt Disney World Resort
Disney is getting in the spirit for the big game this weekend with a super pigskin-themed pre-parade and some other “Limited Time Magic” surprises at the Walt Disney World Resort. Beginning today, you can see a super pre-parade celebration just ahead of the daily performances of the “Celebrate a Dream
2013 Walt Disney World Pro Soccer Classic Among Events for New Soccer Spring Training Initiative
Beginning Feb. 9, 2013, eight professional soccer teams, including six MLS teams, will converge on Central Florida to take part in the 2013 Walt Disney World Pro Soccer Classic, culminating with the championship game on Feb. 23 at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. The Disney Pro Soccer Classic is the
Disney Offers Grants for Local Nonprofits
Approximately 100 local nonprofits have applied for financial support through the Disney Helping Kids Shine Grants program, one of many initiatives that seeks to strengthen the Central Florida community and the well-being of children and families. Grants ranging from $10,000 to $75,000 will be awarded to programs that focus on character
Disney Animal Keeper Combines Art and Care to Help Endangered Rhinos
As a rhinoceros keeper at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Chad Harmon tends to some of the toughest, strongest animals on the planet. He recently channeled that passion into an arts auction that raised approximately $6000 for the endangered animals. For the Horns to Heroes project, Harmon used one of the rhinos
United Way Campaign Gets Help from Disney World Cast Members
As the largest corporate contributor to Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW), Walt Disney World Resort often gets attention for its generous charitable giving–our Cast Members donate nearly $3 million annually to the organization and we serve as the host and sponsor of the annual Chef’s Gala event. What is
Disney Cast Members Donate Record 3.1 Million School Supplies to Central Florida Students
School superintendents from Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake and Polk counties today joined Disney VolunEARS and Mickey Mouse to celebrate a record 3.1 million supplies and 13,000 backpacks that are on the way to students across Central Florida. The supplies, all donated by Disney Cast Members and Walt Disney World Resort,
Tips for Saving Money off food at the Magic Kingdom
Most of us have a budget but Disney World can be a budget buster. My daughter and I have annual passes so we go as often as we can. Over the past few years I have learned a lot of money saving tips. Hopefully some of these can help you. A huge
Super Greeters Enhance the Experience for Latin American Guests
With the international tour group season in full swing, Walt Disney World Resort is on pace to exceed last year’s record for guest visitation from Brazil. A big part of the success with international tour groups from Latin America – and Brazil in particular – has been the 80 “Super
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Opens offering jobs to Central Floridians
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort opened its doors for the first time yesterday as hundreds of Cast Members welcomed guests and community leaders from across Central Florida who shared in the historic moment. Disney’s Art of Animation Resort supported 800 jobs during construction and once completely open later this year,
GardenGrocer.com Nearing Their 100,000 Delivery!
Today Gardengrocer.com Florida’s leading online grocery delivery company, announced that they are getting closer to their 100,000 grocery delivery. The online service offers grocery delivery to residents and vacationers in the Central Florida area including Kissimmee, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, and surrounding cities. Fueled by two entrepreneurs who were committed
Disney Cast Members’ Children Win National Safety Poster Contest
Two Disney Cast Members are the proud parents of children being honored next month in Washington D.C. as winners of the American Society of Safety Engineers’ (ASSE) annual ‘Safety-on-the-Job’ poster contest. First-place honors went to Victor Fan, the 13-year-old son of Ming Fan, who works in merchandise at Disney’s Hollywood
Walt Disney World Donates $5.7 Million Donation to Florida United Way
Walt Disney World, through a corporate matching gift from The Walt Disney Company Foundation and a hefty donation from Cast Members, announced a $5.7 million contribution to Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW) to the surprise of an audience of community leaders, volunteers and nonprofit organizations at a special ”All-Star” celebration on April
