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Give Kids the World Village
Give Kids the World Village
Give Kids the World Village
Give Kids The World Village is an 89-acre, whimsical nonprofit resort in Kissimmee, Florida, that provides week-long, cost-free wish vacations to critically ill children and their families from around the world.
A stay at the Village is much more than a vacation. During one incredible week, wish families laugh, play, and create priceless m
Give Kids The World Village is an 89-acre, whimsical nonprofit resort in Kissimmee, Florida, that provides week-long, cost-free wish vacations to critically ill children and their families from around the world.
A stay at the Village is much more than a vacation. During one incredible week, wish families laugh, play, and create priceless memories together away from hospital visits and medical procedures. It's a magical week of "YES" where wish kids can experience the simple joys of childhood, and where families can recapture some of the precious moments that may have been missed due to illness.
Since 1986, Give Kids The World Village has welcomed more than 187,000 families from all 50 states and 76 countries. The Village is made possible by the support of generous donors and community partners, as well as thousands of passionate volunteers – who donate their time and talent making wishes come true.
Brothers of the Desert
Give Kids the World Village
Give Kids the World Village
Brothers of the Desert (BOD) is a non-profit organization that provides a growing network of support for Black gay men and allies in the Coachella Valley. Their mission is to “nurture and support Black gay men and allies through philanthropy, volunteerism, mentorship, education, advocacy, and social networking, in order to change the dyna
Brothers of the Desert (BOD) is a non-profit organization that provides a growing network of support for Black gay men and allies in the Coachella Valley. Their mission is to “nurture and support Black gay men and allies through philanthropy, volunteerism, mentorship, education, advocacy, and social networking, in order to change the dynamics that produce isolation, disconnection, and inequities among Black gay men.
BOD provides scholarships to LGBTQ+ students and Black students in the Coachella Valley, and showcases two signature events in the community - an annual Wellness Summit, which emphasizes holistic health and community engagement; and an annual New Year’s Eve dinner-dance-fundraiser. Regular programming is enhanced by special events for important dates such as Martin Luther King Day, Black History Month, and Juneteenth.
LGBTQ Community Center
Give Kids the World Village
LGBTQ Community Center
The Center's mission is to provide an open and welcoming environment for all members of the LGBTQ family. Through the use of individual lived experiences and collective power, the Center host's community events, assistance programs, and various other forms of support in our efforts to create a loving community where everyone belongs.
The
The Center's mission is to provide an open and welcoming environment for all members of the LGBTQ family. Through the use of individual lived experiences and collective power, the Center host's community events, assistance programs, and various other forms of support in our efforts to create a loving community where everyone belongs.
The Center promotes the core values of
Integrity: doing what’s right and stand by our values to support and provide assistance to our LGBTQ Community; Equity: Any and all are welcome at The Center. Caring for the community is of utmost priority, and they never deny assistance; and Joy: The Center finds joy in building the LGBTQ community up and they strive to deliver that joy in every aspect at The Center.