When I started this little piece of the net I call MapleMouseMama ( three years ago!) I had no idea that the community of Disney writers was as large, diverse and wonderful as it is. These amazing people all share a common love for the Main Mouse Mickey, but they also share another interest. That interest is to help brighten and change the lives of critically and terminally ill children from all over the world. How does one bring about that change? By raising money for Give Kids The World.
Give Kids The World (GKTW) is found in Central Florida and it is a magical village where children with life threatening illnesses, and their families can go to have fun, eat ice cream and create ever lasting memories. GKTW is a non profit organization that allows a family to have a week long vacation while staying at their beautiful and creative Village. All expenses are paid for, including tickets to area parks and attractions so that these families can make the most of their time together. GKTW brings hope and maybe even some freedom from medical appointments, machines and medicine for a few days. These wonderful vacations are made possible from the generous donations of people like you and I. The Village is staffed by tons of volunteers who put their hearts into the time they spend there.
Fundraising around the world was taken to new heights this summer with the debut of the Ice Bucket Challenge. Many wonderful charities are benefiting from it and now Give Kids The World can be added to that list. A group of amazing people, The Disney Writers United, have come together under the guidance of Disney Gal herself Gayle Turner and Janice Brady from The Adult Side of Disney, to take a step out of their comfort (and dry) zones and take the Ice Bucket Challenge for Give Kids The World!!
This amazing challenge recently kicked off in a big way with the faculty and staff of Madrone Elementary School in Santa Rosa, California where Gayle is a teacher. These wonderful folks want the world to know that they are “Connected, Committed and Care about the magical families at Give Kids The World Village.“
http://youtu.be/j_38MRLqY20
So now The Disney Writers United are challenging not only each other, but you dear reader to help us raise money for Give Kids The World. You can tape your own Ice Bucket Challenge or share another creative way you came to support Give Kids The World. Just a couple of years ago my Emily made and sold bracelets to raise funds for GKTW. This just proves that anyone, at any age, can get involved.
Please take a moment to visit our fundraising page at Give Kids The World Disney Writers United. Just 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, The Adult Side of Disney and the Disney Writers United 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 have accepted the challenge to support Give Kids The World and working together to change lives- one bucket 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 Happily Ever Awesome
- Cheryl Giardi Disney Gals
- Suzanne Rudge MapleMouseMama
- Kuleen Lashley The Disney Kids
- Courtney Faith Vera Fave Mom
- Jindy Lou-Who Flowers Croon
- Amy Kovacs Leto Pixie Dust Delivery Service
- Didi Marie DIStherapy
- Carol Kneece Fans of Mickey Mouse’s House
I can’t wait to see and hear what everyone comes up with!!
FT&PD
Suz
It’s always nice to see there are people out there helping out those in need. Hope all of you will be able to raise as much funds as possible! =)
Thank you Rebecca!
This is very interesting! I am a big fan of Disney and I would love to help you in this!
Great, make sure you let us know what you end up doing!
Such a wonderful meaningful campaign… Lovely to know you’re in the list!
Thank you Kylie
A good move to help the kids and hope for them the best of luck. Fernando Lachica
Thanks Fernando!
Its a great campaign. Kids will love will.
Yes I think they will Hina..
Volunteering should be a family event. Our family volunteers for Homefront Cancer Services in Stoney Creek. 8 in my family, between my two sisters, 18 in total, oh and I forgot my Mom who still helps out with what she can. Volunteering is just part of our lives
That is lovely Darlene..
This is admirable initiative from disney writers. This is another way also of how Disney touches people’s lives.
Thanks Franc!
This is a wonderful campaign. Disney has been a brand and program that accompanied many of us through childhood and there are many adults who loved Disney characters till now. Hope “Give Kids The World” will be successful!
Very true Tiffany, we love Disney!
It is so sad when a child is suffering from a critically or terminally illness, they have no fault. This is such a wonferful campaign and I hope from the bottom of my heart to raise awarness and money for all those children, because children are our future.
Hugs,
Rally
That is lovely Rally..
This is such a nice gesture
It warms my heart…It’s nice that you could be a part of this. Disney is truly the happiest place on earth
It really is Lorane..
This is an amazing project meant to inspire and entertain kids with life threatening diseases but this is not all, this is also care for the parents, helping them bring some joy in the courageous battle with their kids’ diseases
Give Kids The World is a wonderful place!
What a wonderful campaign and program! Sounds like a perfect place for these kids and their families!
It is a wonderful place for sick children to escape..
There are now many support groups all around the world helping people for a cause. This is great that anyone regardless of age can participate.
Definitely!
I love the pictures and what an amazing cause. I think it’s important we stop to reflect on what others need, especially kids. Such a great program and I wish you guys all the best of luck in raising awareness for it.
Thank you so much Jodi!
Wow….the village looks like such a great place. A wonderful idea and I’m sure that so many families appreciate the chance to get away from it all and enjoy some peace and happiness for a week. Such a good news story
It is such a cool place Sandy and they do incredible work..
Give Kids the World sounds like a wonderful foundation! I’ve never heard of them before. I’ll help spread the word.
Thank you Ladena!
Oh, wow! What a fabulous campaign! Great that you’re a part of it! I hadn’t heard of this prior to your post.
Here’s to hoping lots of money is raised!
What a great cause!! I love any organization that helps children!! It is amazing that the elementary participated in the ice bucket challenge. I love the video!
They are a great bunch of kids with the best teacher!
I feel like fundraising will never be the same after 2014
Good luck!
LOL, so true Casey..
I’m so thankful to hear and know that there are people who are concerned about the future of kids.
I am sure there are lots of people like that around.. Sometimes it just takes one person to make a difference
Such a good cause and a fun way to be a part of it too! xoxox http://www.junedujour.com
Thank you June!
It`s really nice that there`s a fun place for children with illnesses. I hope that they`ll really enjoy and be strong.
Thank you Grace..
What a great event for a cause! One reason I want my kids to join this kind of event is that they practice giving.
Great idea Manu!
Such a wonderful campaign. I am glad to know about it. Do keep sharing such wonderful initiatives with us in the future
I most certainly will!
This looks like a great campaign!
I love to see folks getting involved with a great campaign like this one !