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    Disney Grants Add Up to $5.6 Million to Benefit Central Florida Kids & Families

    ByMaria H. (ndm#130) Wednesday, March 16, 2016Sunday, March 20, 2016

      LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., — Walt Disney World Resort began surprising Central Florida organizations this month by awarding $5.6 million in Disney Grants to support their efforts to positively impact the lives of over 300,000 local children and their families. This year, more than 120 organizations throughout Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake and Polk counties will…

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  • Disney-Spotlights-Local-Kids-of-Central-Florida-During-Florida-Cup-All-Star-Game
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    Disney Spotlights Local Kids of Central Florida During Florida Cup All-Star Game

    ByMaria H. (ndm#130) Friday, February 5, 2016Sunday, February 7, 2016

      LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.,  – Approximately 500 local children got a kick out of this year’s Florida Cup International All-Star Game, hosted at Walt Disney World Resort. The game featured former international soccer players, celebrities, and a pregame and halftime show in which these young soccer fans were the stars. “Attending the Florida Cup…

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  • VoluntEARS-Offer-Glimpse-of-Technology-Behind-Disney-Storytelling-At-Orlando-Science-Center’s-Annual-Otronicon-1-1024x770
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    VoluntEARS Offer Glimpse of Technology Behind Disney Storytelling At Orlando Science Center’s Annual Otronicon

    ByMaria H. (ndm#130) Friday, January 29, 2016Sunday, January 31, 2016

      LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., – Since Walt Disney World Resort opened in 1971, technology has been the spark of theme park thrills and chills, as well as magical moments for guests of all ages. With Disney’s innovative exhibit at the Orlando Science Center’s 11th annual Ortronicon event, VoluntEARS showcased the changing technology that has…

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    Walt Disney World Resort Shares Holiday Joy with $500,000 Donation to the Homeless Impact Fund at the Central Florida Foundation

    ByMaria H. (ndm#130) Thursday, December 24, 2015Monday, January 11, 2016

      LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., – Helping share the joy of the holiday season with Central Florida’s families in need, Walt Disney World Resort presented a surprise gift of $500,000 to the Homeless Impact Fund at the Central Florida Foundation. The Fund, which represents the largest commitment to housing for the homeless in Central Florida’s history,…

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    Disney Cast Members Share the Joy of the Season with Toys for Tots Donations

    ByMaria H. (ndm#130) Wednesday, December 23, 2015Monday, January 11, 2016

      LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., – Inspired by the hope and joy of the holidays, Cast Members at Walt Disney World Resort donated more than 37,000 new unwrapped toys to make the season bright for thousands of children through the annual U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program.  “Children throughout Central Florida will have new presents to brighten…

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    Disney teams with Orlando Magic, Second Harvest participants in Healthy Cooking Showdown

    ByMaria H. (ndm#130) Tuesday, December 22, 2015Monday, January 11, 2016

      Lake Buena Vista, FL –  The evening of Nov. 17 was filled with food, fun, laughter and togetherness. The Walt Disney World Resort teamed up with the Orlando Magic and Second Harvest Food Bank in the first Magic FIT Kid Chef Celebrity Showdown held at Aggressive Appliances in Orlando. Four students from Second Harvest…

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    Disney VoluntEARS, Guests and families come together for Family Volunteer Day 2015

    ByMaria H. (ndm#130) Tuesday, December 15, 2015Monday, January 11, 2016

      Lake Buena Vista, FL  – Overcast skies did not dampen the sunny spirits of people wanting to make a difference for others recently at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. More than 150 Disney guests, Disney VoluntEARS and family members recently came together to help others and participate in Family Volunteer Day 2015. Launched…

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    Disney Cast Members Serve Up Thanksgiving Dinner at the Coalition for the Homeless

    ByMaria H. (ndm#130) Monday, December 7, 2015Monday, January 11, 2016

      LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.,  – Disney Cast Members are often seen sharing their compassionate hearts with our Central Florida neighbors throughout the year. And on Thanksgiving, VoluntEARS shared the joy of the season by serving dinner at the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida. Helping to make the holiday season brighter for homeless…

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    Disney VoluntEARS Demonstrate Incredible Heroic Spirit While Helping Central Florida Food Bank

    ByMaria H. (ndm#130) Friday, November 13, 2015Sunday, November 15, 2015

      LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.,  – In a matter of hours, Disney VoluntEARS stacked layers of 7,500 cans of mixed vegetables, tomato sauce, fruits and other food items to form a super-sized sculpture of the title characters from the Disney-Pixar animated film, “The Incredibles.” It was all part of an annual design competition, CANstruction Orlando,…

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    Disney VoluntEARS Support Come Out With Pride Orlando

    ByMaria H. (ndm#130) Monday, November 9, 2015Sunday, November 15, 2015

      LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.,  – Disney VoluntEARS including Cast Members from PRIDE Diversity Resource Group represented Walt Disney World at Come Out With Pride Orlando, held at Lake Eola Park on Saturday, Oct. 10. Now in its eleventh year, the event welcomed thousands of attendees including members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender…

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  • Disney-Helps-Provide-Warm-Healthy-Meals-for-Children-at-Pine-Hills-Boys-and-Girls-Club-3-640x534
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    Disney Helps Provide Warm, Healthy Meals for Children at Pine Hills Boys and Girls Club

    ByMaria H. (ndm#130) Wednesday, November 4, 2015Sunday, November 8, 2015

      LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.,  – Helping bring healthy meals and snacks to local children, Walt Disney World Resort has cooked up a functional new kitchen space for the Walt Disney World Clubhouse of Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida in Orlando’s Pine Hills neighborhood. Unveiled with community partners and Chef Mickey Mouse at…

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    Disney Back-to-School Drive Supports Local Students and Teachers

    ByMaria H. (ndm#130) Monday, August 31, 2015Sunday, September 27, 2015

      LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.,  – From kindergarteners gathering for circle time to high school students working in science labs, more than 100,000 Central Florida students will start the school year with $866,000 worth of essential school supplies donated by Disney and its Cast Members through A Gift For Teaching (AGFT). Walt Disney World Resort…

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    Wish Upon a Shining Star Brings Magic to Sanford Boys & Girls Club

    ByMaria H. (ndm#130) Friday, August 28, 2015Sunday, September 27, 2015

      LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.,  – It’s easy to spot a Disney Dreamers and Doers Shining Star – just look for the light they shine on those around them. Inspired by the generous, considerate spirit of local teenager Travis Davis, the Walt Disney World Resort made dreams come true for his fellow members of the…

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  • Disney Grants 2015
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    Disney Shows Giving Side with $4.5 Million to Benefit Community Groups

    ByMaria H. (ndm#130) Tuesday, March 31, 2015Thursday, April 9, 2015

      LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.,  — Local community groups took center stage at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts on March 30, 2015, as Walt Disney World Resort awarded more than $4.5 million in Disney Grants, which will enable the organizations to play an even stronger supporting role for more than 250,000 Central Florida…

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  • Disney Voluntears, Kaboom & McFarland Playground
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    Disney VoluntEARS Team With McFarland Community on New Playground

    ByMaria H. (ndm#130) Friday, February 20, 2015Saturday, February 21, 2015

      In celebration of the release of the upcoming Disney film McFarland, USA, Disney and KaBOOM! joined with the community that inspired the film to build a brand-new playground in McFarland, Calif. Over 200 Disney VoluntEARS came together with talent from the film, members of the McFarland community and the McFarland Tri-Agency Partners, and the nonprofit organization KaBOOM!…

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  • Disney Cast Members Throw Mouse Ears in Ring for Sought-After Ambassador Roles
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    Disney Cast Members Throw Mouse Ears in Ring for Sought-After Ambassador Roles

    ByMaria H. (ndm#130) Monday, August 18, 2014Monday, August 18, 2014

    Lake Buena Vista, Fla.  — Celebrating 50 years of a tradition created by Walt Disney himself, Walt Disney World Resort has begun the search for the ideal Cast Members to fill the sought-after roles of Disney Ambassador. Walt Disney World Resort is in the midst of an intensive, two-month quest for candidates who demonstrate leadership, an understanding…

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  • Disney VoluntEARS Celebrate Teachers at A Gift for Teaching Shopping Event, Donate 2.5 Million Back-to-School Supplies
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    Disney VoluntEARS Celebrate Teachers at A Gift for Teaching Shopping Event, Donate 2.5 Million Back-to-School Supplies

    ByMaria H. (ndm#130) Monday, August 18, 2014Friday, September 5, 2014

    It’s Back-To-School in Central Florida. Disney VoluntEARS are always jumping in and working with the community. This press release is a perfect example and fitting for today.  A Gift For Teaching is a local provider of free school supplies to teachers for their students in need.    ORLANDO, Fla.,– As teachers across Central Florida prepare to ring the bell opening a new school…

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