Give Kids the World
Give Kids the World is a local charitable organization that we believe strongly in and support without reservation as part of the Faux Expo. In a town like Orlando, that was developed for children to enjoy, we feel that these people go above and beyond to ensure that terminal children receive their hearts' desires. From such treats as having characters come from the theme parks to visit the children to the fact that they host Christmas every Thursday, the Give Kids the World organization does what we all wish we could do for these children by providing them wonderful experiences in their most difficult times.
We will be donating artwork and a portion of show proceeds to Give Kids the World and hope you will place their charity on your giving list this year by supporting them through the Faux Expo.
Giving the Gift of Life.....Since 1986, GKTW has served over 100,000 families from all 50 states and 70 countries.
GKTW is always in need of financial and in-kind support, as well as new volunteers.
To learn
more about GKTW, visit www.gktw.org or call 1-800-995-KIDS.
A child with a life-threatening illness between the ages of 3 and 18, whose one wish is to visit any of Central Florida's best loved attractions, may have their dream vacation come true.
Where Happiness Inspires Hope!The Give Kid's the World Village is just a place where a kid can be a kid. There are pony rides, magic shows, movies, a fishing pond, mini-golf, and a heated swimming pool where wheelchair-bound kids can roll right in.
There are 2,000 dedicated volunteers, affectionately known as "Angels," working 900 shifts every week at GKTW. It's estimated that volunteers save GKTW $2 million annually, the cost if their positions were to be filled by hourly workers.
But behind all those numbers are a child beaming, a mom or dad laughing, stories to melt your heart. Surprisingly, there are no doctors or hospital beds at the Village, though they are just a phone call away. It's a memory-filled getaway that's a treat for the whole family. For some children, it's their first opportunity to travel, and it may be the last.