Magical Milestone: Walt Disney World Awards Grant to Conservation Florida
Today is the most magical day here at Conservation Florida!
We got a call today from a very special mouse with extremely exciting news … drumroll, please … we are officially a 2023 Walt Disney World Grant Recipient!
Walt Disney World will generously donate to 19 nonprofit organizations across the state of Florida — its home for more than half a century. Gifts total $1.5 million, all going back to create positive change in the state they call home.
Adventure awaits!
As Floridians, we are no strangers to the breathtaking beauty that our state has to offer.
More than 137 million people visit Florida each year to take in all its wonder. From the crystal-clear springs to the syrupy swamps, Florida's ecosystems are not only a real-life fairy tale — but they’re unfortunately at-risk.
With this generous grant from Disney, we will be able to continue our mission of preserving and protecting the unique ecosystems that make Florida so special.
You’ve got a friend in us.
Conservation is a team effort that truly takes a village — conservationists, communities, and corporations combined.
As a nonprofit organization, we rely on financial support to fuel our projects and initiatives. The Disney Conservation Fund Grant is a shining example of how support and funding can make a significant difference in the world of conservation.
This grant will go directly back to save the lands we love — the lands that not only we call home but also Florida panthers, gopher tortoises, scrub jays and manatees.
Our own team knows firsthand the magic of Walt Disney World! Jessica, Conservation Florida operations manager, got her start in conservation at Animal Kingdom with the Disney College Program in 2017. For Jessica, this award was a full circle moment.
“I made it a personal goal to fundraise for the Disney Conservation Fund during my time in the program,” she said.
Now, she’s a part of the magic making conservation a reality!
Photo credits: Disney
Making Magic.
We're waving our wands to say a heartfelt thank you to Disney for their unwavering commitment to conservation. We’d also like to thank all of our supporters, partners, and volunteers — your support, whether through donating or lending a hand (or land), keeps the magic alive.
Conservation is like a full day at Disney – it takes teamwork (and funding) to create some magic. But it’s more than worth it.