STORIES OF DISNEY'S IMPACT IN CENTRAL FLORIDA
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JANUARY 30, 2018 - WALT DISNEY WORLD ® RESORT
From cookies to construction to preassembling MagicBand boxes, Disney relies on businesses and organizations here in Central Florida for their innovation and service. Hear from a few of our diverse group of suppliers about what working with Disney has meant to their success ... MORE >>
"I am proud we are directing approximately $125 million to our cast members and employees across the country and making higher education more accessible with the launch of this new program," said Robert A. Iger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, The Walt Disney Company. "I have always believed that education is the key to opportunity; it opens doors and creates new possibilities. Matched with the $1,000 cash bonus, these initiatives will have both an immediate and long-term positive impact."   MORE >>
#Otronicon + glimpse of upcoming Toy Story Land attraction = STEM inspiration for local children at the Orlando Science Center.
Who knew playing with toys could open up a world of possibilities? Just ask youth at  #Otronicon  who got a first look at a  Toy Story Land   attraction set to debut this summer at Disney's Hollywood Studios . ... MORE >>
Central Florida community organizations encouraged to apply for Disney Grants.
Want to help Walt Disney World Resort support children and families throughout our community? Encourage your favorite nonprofit to apply for the 2018 Disney grants program, now through Feb. 2 ... MORE >>
Disney celebrates first hippopotamus birth in 13 years at  Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park.
The Nile hippopotamus calf marks another success for Disney animal care experts, who are working with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums to help species with declining populations through the Species Survival Plan  ... MORE >>
Walt Disney World Resort recently hosted a celebration for UCF Knights as fans cheered the hometown team's undefeated football season.
Following the 25th annual Walt Disney World Marathon,  Disney donated more than 13,000 pounds of clothing to Harvest Time International.
Teens across America chosen for Disney Dreamers Academy, an immersive and transformational program at Walt Disney World Resort.
Cast Members at Disney's Hollywood Studios recently celebrated the opening of Toy Story Land this summer.
Disney recently donated $2 Million to Make-A-Wish following another successful #ShareYourEars campaign during the holiday season.
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JANUARY 30, 2018 - WALT DISNEY WORLD ® RESORT

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