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Give Kids The World

Among the various blogging communities there are many groups of dedicated and talented writers that willingly and generously share their time and knowledge to help bring their passions to life.  From crafting to travel to movies to families, these talented writers have opened up their hearts to share with others something that is a part of themselves.  But there is one group that takes this passion to a place where wishes are born and dreams can and do come true with not only the way they so generously give of themselves in their writings and knowledge, but the way they unselfishly give of themselves going above and beyond to help others in times of need. These are The Disney Writers United. To the world, they are the passionate and learned connoisseurs of Disney. It’s that unique belief in the magic, the ability to, as Walt Disney put it, “….believe in a thing all the way, implicitly and unquestionably.”  

This year the members of The Disney Gals and The Adult Side of Disney have joined together with the hope of uniting fellow Disney writers to give something unique back to the community. As Disney enthusiasts we want to spread our own special brand of pixie dust to those who need it most − critically ill children who wish to visit Central Florida’s theme parks.  We are putting forth a challenge to all of our fellow Disney Writers to unite in supporting a cause that is near and dear to each one of us- Give Kids The World.

Give Kids The World is a non-profit organization near Orlando that opened in 1989. Give Kids The World Village is a 70-acre, nonprofit “storybook” Village located near Central Florida’s most beloved attractions. Here, children and their families are treated to a weeklong, cost-free fantasy vacation, complete with accommodations in the Village’s whimsical villas, specialized transportation to the theme parks, attraction tickets, and much more. The resort is designed specifically for families with critically and terminally ill children with special healthcare needs that can't be fulfilled in the normal resort park environment.  The Disney Writers United along with the faculty and staff of Madrone Elementary School in Santa Rosa, CA want the world to know that we are Connected, Committed and Care about the magical families at Give Kids the World. The most magical sound in the world is that of a child’s laughter and that is what fills the air at Give Kids The World Village. 

At the Village, these precious children learn that dreams really do come true, as they and their families are immersed in joy, hope, and non-stop fun for a few unforgettably happy days. Since 1986, the Village has welcomed more than 120,000 families from all 50 states and more than 70 countries. This extraordinary, life-changing experience is Give Kids The World’s gift, made possible only through the generosity of dedicated corporations and countless individuals.

If every writer were to give just $5, think of all the dreams that could and will come true.  Please help us support Give Kids The World.  Special thanks to the teachers, staff and parents of Madrone Elementary School for helping to kick off this The Disney Writers United Ice Bucket Challenge today.  Now it’s up to you-whether you stage your own Ice Bucket Challenge, find one of the many other creative ways to come together, or take a moment to visit our fundraising page at Give Kids The World Disney Writers United, think of the difference we could make in the lives of each of these families.  When you’re done, be sure to tag your friends in your video or post and ask them to help you take up this call to action.  Lastly be sure to leave in the comments below a link to your video or post, or let us know that you have joined in with The Disney Gals and The Adult Side of Disney to help make dreams come true. All comments will be entered to win a Disney Gift Basket Assortment full of prizes for young and old alike as well as a $25 Disney Gift Card. Winners will be picked by random number generator on September 1, 2014 at 5:00 pm EST.  Help make dreams come true and show the world what the power of faith, trust and pixie dust is all about. Believe in the Possibilities.....Live Your Dreams!

The Following Disney Writers United Have Accepted the Challenge to Support Give Kids The World and are working with us to Change Lives-One Bucket of Ice Water at a Time!

Gayle Turner                  Disney Gals

Janice Brady                  Adult Side Of Disney

Dawn Gosdin                  Dawns Dorky Diary

Lottie Ferguson              Crunchy Disney Ma
Jill Whitley                    About Jill Happily Ever Awesome
Cheryl Giardi                  Disney Gals

Suzanne Rudge                MapleMouseMama
Kuleen Lashley                The Disney Kids
Courtney Faith Vera        FaveMom
Jindy Lou-Who                Flowers Croon
Amy Kovacs Leto             Pixie Dust Delivery Service
Didi Marie                       DisTherapy
Deb Silhan                      Focused On The Magic

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Volunteer Like You Mean It! Give Kids The World Teams With Universal Orlando

Love to give back to others?  Always wanted to experience the high-speed thrills and adventure of Universal Orlando Resort? Here’s your chance to combine both into a vacation with real meaning. Universal Orlando® Resort and Give Kids The World have an exciting new way to have fun and make a difference!

If you’d like to help others experience that same fun, Universal Orlando® Resort invites you and your family to take part in a unique volunteer opportunity at Give Kids The World Village, a nonprofit "storybook" resort for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families.

At Give Kids The World Village, these precious little ones and their families experience a memorable, joyful, week long, cost-free visit to Central Florida’s attractions and are immersed in joy, hope and non-stop fun for a few unforgettable happy days.

Anyone that loves the rush of thrill rides and the world of Harry Potter knows that Universal Orlando Resort is an entire universe of action and thrills featuring TWO spectacular theme parks unlike anything else in Orlando. At both Universal Studios® and Universal's Islands of Adventure® every member of the family can share unforgettable moments together. You can have the ultimate adventure, enjoy fun with your kids, rejuvenate yourself, have a romantic dinner, and challenge yourself on incredible theme park rides.

Your family can experience this life-changing opportunity in one convenient vacation package!

Package Details

•       3-Night accommodations at a nearby Universal Partner Hotel

•       2-Day Base Ticket with 3rd Day FREE^ – one theme park, per day (Must be used by 5/22/14)

•       A four-hour volunteer opportunity for you and your family at Give Kids The World

•       FREE round trip transportation between hotel and Give Kids The World provided by Quick Transportation

•       Early Park Admission◊ to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ one hour before the theme park opens

3-Night Vacations start from $279* per adult, tax inclusive

or $809** per family of four, tax inclusive (No additional fee to volunteer)

Valid for booking now – 12/12/14, based on availability and travel now – 12/17/14.

Plus, Universal Parks & Resorts Vacations will donate $100 to Give Kids the World

for Every Package Purchased!

Let’s review-the adventures of Universal Orlando plus the once in a life time feeling that comes from changing lives one family at a time at Give Kids The World- sounds like the trip of a lifetime to me. Now the only question is-what are you waiting for!

Gayle is a Disney Gal that loves churros for breakfast, still gets giddy with delight at the first sight of the “Disneyland next exit sign”, loves the overwhelming emotions and memories that come with each and every return to the Happiest Place on Earth and dreams of one day being the Captain of the Jungle Boat. To learn more about Gayle, click here

Happy Anniversary Disney Gals! Let's Celebrate with a Give Away!

Help Us Celebrate By Winning Our Basket!

    It's time to thank each of you for being with us as we've grown over our first year  and what a great give away we have for you. We've gotten together and created a basket with items that represent our many areas of expertise and we think we've come up with an  incredible gift just waiting to find it's way to your house.  Included in the basket you will find:

       

Disney Gal Lynette - 2 Mickey plates, 2 matching cups, 4 smaller matching cups with lids and straws (kids),plus a Brave kids water bottle

Our DCL Disney Gal Specialist Kelly (Direct form her recent Disney Cruise) - Disney Cruise Keychain, Castaway Club Note cards and Disney Cruise Playing Cards, 2 Chip & Dale snacks

 Our WDW and runDisney Specialist Tricia - runDisney Hat - it's not too late to help her reach her Give Kids the World Fundraising Goal! Just click here for more information on how you can help this wonderful group Give Kids the World


Our International Disney and WDW Specialist Lori - Mickey/Minnie Lanyard and a bag with coasters (paper) from different Disney Hotels, Minnie tissues from Tokyo as well as M&M candy from China

 


Our WDW and Military Specialist  Judy - a large Disney Chicago shopping bag, Chicago Disney Pin, Mickey and Minnie spatula's, Mickey measuring cups

Our Disneyland and Disney Performing Arts Specialist Gayle - Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park Keychains and a Guide Book and tote from D23!

How do you win all of these amazing prizes? Just click the link below and may pixie dust fly your way!

1st Anniversary Give Away Click Here

Wordless Wednesday looks at September

Welcome to the Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop with the Disney Gals! This week's theme is Your September Calendar Shot. 

Lori:


September is Childhood Cancer awareness month. Wish kids love to visit with Mickey

Wish Granted

Hanging out with a Goofy friend is the best medicine 

At Give Kids The World they get tickets to go to WDW.

I can say that I Give Kids the World

Winston Churchill is quoted as saying “ We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give” This quote is a favorite of Give Kids the World (GKTW) founder, Henri Landwirth. I know it is one of mine, too.

Today I am writing about the adult side of GKTW - where the magic and the pain merge. I look at its glory through a mother’s eye. I’m not a stranger to community service but this combines my love of Disney with helping others. Some nights are hard, but it tugs at my heart so deeply that I can’t wait to go back.

One of my favorite places to help:the La-Ti-Da spa!

Hakuna Matata Monday-you can Give Kids the World

Amberville - GKTW

When you drive down Bass Road in Kissimmee, you’ll see a welcome sign that reads: Give Kids The World. When you go inside, you can do just that. Like the arches into the Magic Kingdom; when I get there… I am HOME.

 Give Kids The World (GKTW) exists to fulfill the wishes of children with life-threatening illnesses. Kids and their families come from around the world to stay at this whimsical 70-acre resort and enjoy a magical, memorable cost-free visit to Walt Disney World and other Orlando area attractions. While at the Village, fun and entertainment are endless. They are able to ride a themed carousel, play at Matthew’s Boundless Playground, eat ice cream for breakfast, and much, much more! When families return from the parks, they find the fun continues even after dark with pool parties and other nightly celebrations. In a nutshell, you could stay there, never leave, and still have the trip of a lifetime.