Disney World Resort Cast Members help make magic for guests everyday. However this fall, two Cast Members are taking their “extra magical” talents to the Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW), where they will help out the nonprofit during its annual fundraising campaign.
Ian Craig, a manager for group sales and Beth Terray, a human resources manager, join a team of executives, that are on loan and were recruited by HFUW from many local companies. After receiving intensive training from the region’s most comprehensive health and human services organization, they will spend three months helping more than 450 local businesses implement their United Way workplace campaigns.
“The Loaned Executive Programs is a win-win opportunity,” said Robert Haight, senior vice president of development for HFUW. “Heart of Florida United Way and Central Florida gain when imaginative, dedicated and respected individuals share their talents with the community. They will also learn valuable new skills, strengthen relationships within the community and get a better understanding of their collective impact within our community.”
Disney has been doing this since 1992 and has loaned 83 Cast Members to serve at HFUW.
“I am very excited to be selected as one of two United Way loaned executives from Walt Disney World Resort,” said Craig. “This experience will be a wonderful opportunity to share my passion and commitment to the local community.”
In addition to loaning Cast Members to assist the agency, Walt Disney World supports HFUW by hosting and sponsoring Chef’s Gala, which serves as the nonprofit’s largest fundraising event. Cast Members also donate nearly $3 million annually to the organization, making Walt Disney World its largest corporate contributor.
Last year, they raised $17.5 million to support 50 partner agencies through 70 local programs across Central Florida.
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