To the world, the Walt Disney World Moms Panelists are passionate and learned connoisseurs of Disney Parks. It’s a unique and special hobby that allows them to express their thoughts and opinions about Walt Disney World Resort on an international level.
This fall, the panel will do something they hope will become an annual tradition, but it actually has nothing to do with their usual work on the panel. The panelists came to a consensus that every year they want to give back to the community. As Disney enthusiasts, they want to spread their own ‘pixie dust’ to those who they believe need it most− critically ill children who want to visit Walt Disney World Resorts and feel the magic for themselves.
Give Kids The World is a non-profit organization near Orlando that opened in 1989. At Give Kids The World Village, families with critically and terminally ill children can stay at their 70-acre resort designed for children with special healthcare needs for free.
Walt Disney World Panelist Anna Skamarakas helped organize last year’s donation. “As moms, reaching out to families who are trying to find some magical moments during a time when life is most challenging seemed like a natural fit for us,” she said.
Pamela Landwirth, President of Give Kids The World Village, met the panelists in person to accept their check. “Through their love and generous support we are able to create the happiness that inspires hope for our special guests. Because so many people like you share their time, resources and heart, we have served over 100,000 families,” she said.
Many of the panelists are planning to return to Orlando in October to present Give Kids The World with another donation. Anna said, “as moms, we feel such a connection to these families and it is an honor to be able to give some pixie dust back.”