Tag: Disney Public Affairs

Disney Movie Moments Program Expands to More Children’s Hospitals

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Last week, The Walt Disney Studios celebrated a major expansion of its Disney Movie Moments program with a special screening of Disney’s Ralph Breaks the Internet at La Rabida Children’s Hospital in Chicago. The program brings current Disney theatrical releases to children’s hospitals, enabling young patients to see the latest films from Disney while they are undergoing treatment and may not be able to visit movie theaters.
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Disney Hospital Care Packages Bring Disney Magic to 445 Children’s Hospitals Across the U.S.

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Disney’s Team of Heroes philanthropic initiative and outreach program launched in March 2018 with Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger’s announcement of a five-year plan to dedicate more than $100 million in company resources to reinvent the patient and family experience in children’s hospitals across the globe. The Walt Disney Company’s support for children’s hospitals … Continue reading "Disney Hospital Care Packages Bring Disney Magic to 445 Children’s Hospitals Across the U.S."
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2013 CHOC “Walk in the Park” Ready to Hit Pavement at Disneyland Resort on October 13

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The event is the biggest annual fundraising effort for CHOC Children’s, devoted to meeting the medical needs of children throughout Southern California and beyond ORANGE, Calif. (Sept. 27, 2013) – – Before the sun rises on Sunday, October 13, Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California, will be filled with thousands of people … Continue reading "2013 CHOC “Walk in the Park” Ready to Hit Pavement at Disneyland Resort on October 13"
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Disney Wishing Well Coins Make Wishes Come True for Central Florida Foster Kids

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., June 24, 2013 – For decades, Cinderella’s Wishing Well at Magic Kingdom has been the launching pad for millions of wishes. Today, it was the place where one of those wishes came true. Gathering up the small coins and pennies tossed by hopeful guests, Walt Disney World Resort donated $15,000 to … Continue reading "Disney Wishing Well Coins Make Wishes Come True for Central Florida Foster Kids"
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Outstanding Students Selected as Disney Dreamers & Doers Shining Stars

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., May 16, 2013 – With the school year coming to a close, Walt Disney World Resort recognized 16 Central Florida students who have excelled in their academic achievements and civic efforts, naming them Disney Dreamers & Doers Shining Stars. Entering its 30th year, the Disney Dreamers & Doers program recognizes students … Continue reading "Outstanding Students Selected as Disney Dreamers & Doers Shining Stars"
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Disney Friends for Change Launches Ambassadors Program

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DISNEY FRIENDS FOR CHANGE LAUNCHES AMBASSADORS PROGRAM TO INSPIRE MILLIONS OF KIDS AND FAMILIES TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THEIR COMMUNITIES Disney Channel Stars Debby Ryan (“Jessie”), Bella Thorne and Zendaya (“Shake It Up”), and Ross Lynch and Laura Marano (“Austin & Ally”) Serve as Inaugural Ambassadors $750,000 in Grants Awarded as Part of Program … Continue reading "Disney Friends for Change Launches Ambassadors Program"
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Big Help for Hunger Relief Gets Underway

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., May 30, 2012 – Disney executives were among a group of community leaders who helped Second Harvest Food Bank break ground on a new $15 million facility that will provide hunger relief for thousands of Central Floridians in need. On May 30, the construction of the 100,000-square-foot distribution center got under … Continue reading "Big Help for Hunger Relief Gets Underway"
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Disney Announces Heroes Work Here

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Company-Wide Initiative To Hire, Train and Support Military Veterans KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 13, 2012 – Today at The Walt Disney Company’s (NYSE: DIS) Annual Shareholder meeting in Kansas City, President and Chief Executive Officer Robert A. Iger announced Heroes Work Here, a new company-wide initiative to hire, train and support returning veterans. The new … Continue reading "Disney Announces Heroes Work Here"
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