FAQ for Disney Days 2026
This Disney Days FAQ answers common questions and shares important details for foster families, volunteers, and partners to help ensure every Disney Days event is safe, smooth, and truly magical.
Please let us know if we don’t answer your question below by emailing us at [email protected] or calling us at (714) 784-6760!
Q. How did Disney Days start?
A. Disney Days began 11 years ago when our founder, Danny, chose to celebrate his birthday by taking children in foster care to Disneyland. Instead of receiving gifts, friends and family helped raise funds to make the day possible. What started as a small, heartfelt outing has grown into the largest sibling reunification event of its kind.
Q. Why Disney?
A. We chose Disney because it’s the Happiest Place on Earth and the perfect setting to create lasting memories with family. For these kids in foster care—many of whom rarely have the chance to be together with their siblings —Disney Days offers joy, magic, and moments of connection that money can’t buy. It’s a day where laughter, adventure, and togetherness come together to create memories they’ll treasure forever.
Q. When is Disney Days?
A. We currently have 4 events upcoming this year! One event will be held in June at Walt Disney World in Orlando, and three events will take place at Disneyland in Anaheim in March, September, and November.
For the safety and privacy of the children attending, exact dates and times are not publicly shared. Approved volunteers will receive event details by email after their application is accepted.
Q. Does Foster Love pick the children that attend?
A. No. Foster Love serves as a support organization and does not directly select children for Disney Days. Our agency partners elect the children who will be attending each year.
Q. Can I sign a child up for Disney Days?
A. No. Invitations are extended by our trusted local foster agency partners, who know the children and their needs best. These agencies handle eligibility and coordinate participation to ensure the children who will benefit most are able to attend.
Q. How are siblings selected for Disney Days?
A. Due to the size and logistics of the event, Foster Love partners with select local foster agencies for each Disney Days event. These agencies coordinate invitations and attendance for the children and siblings in their care.
Q. Does Disney sponsor the event?
A. Disney is not a sponsor of Disney Days. However, Disney Cast Members work closely with our team to help ensure the event runs safely and smoothly, and we are incredibly grateful for their support and cooperation.
Q. Can my business support Disney Days?
A. Yes! Companies and organizations can support Disney Days in a variety of ways, including sponsorships and employee engagement opportunities. To learn more about corporate involvement, please visit our corporate opportunities page here.
Q. Can I volunteer?
A. Yes! Applications are open and will close once all spots are filled. You can sign up to be a participant here.
If you are not local to Anaheim or Orlando and want to help with Disney Days, consider starting a Disney Days fundraiser to support the sibling reunification event. You can start a virtual fundraiser HERE.
You can also help us by sharing a Disney Days post on social media, sporting Disney Days merch, or sponsoring a child’s day at the park to make an equally big impact!
Q. How much does Disney Days cost?
A. Participation requires sponsoring a child. The cost is $650 per individual participant or $5,500 for a group of six, for either park.
Participants are encouraged to fundraise all or part of their sponsorship fee. Many supporters choose to invite friends, family, or coworkers to help make their sponsorship possible.
Each sponsorship includes:
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Your park ticket
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The child’s park ticket
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Transportation for the child
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Meals and snacks
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Souvenirs and special activities
Sponsorships allow us to create a safe, well-organized, and meaningful sibling reunification experience for children in foster care.
Q. Can I use my annual pass to attend?
A. No, annual passes cannot be used for Disney Days. Unfortunately, all tickets for the event are purchased ahead of time, and due to Disney’s no-refund policy, we cannot use Magic Keys or passes. Attendance is tied to sponsoring a child, which helps cover the full experience, including the child’s park ticket, transportation, meals, snacks, souvenirs, and event logistics. This structure ensures every child receives the same safe and magical experience.
Q. Why do participants have to pay to participate?
A. Our participant fees help make sure every child has a day to remember at Disney! Hosting a magical and safe event for foster youth involves many expenses beyond tickets. The cost will cover admission for you and a child, their transportation to and from the park, meals, snacks, and souvenirs. We work hard to keep costs reasonable while maintaining a high-quality, memorable day.
Volunteer applications are open and will close once all spots are filled.
If you are not local to Anaheim or Orlando, there are still ways to help. You can start a Disney Days fundraiser, share a Disney Days post, volunteer at another Foster Love event, or donate to support sibling reunification.
You can also start a virtual fundraiser HERE.
Q. When do participant applications open?
A. 2026 applications are now open for all dates! You can sign up to be a volunteer HERE.
Q. What is expected of volunteers during Disney Days?
A. Volunteers are expected to:
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Sponsor themselves and a child. Costs for individuals are $650 for individuals and $5,500 for groups of 6.
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Complete any required training and background checks prior to the event
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Arrive on time and stay for the entire event
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Follow safety protocols and instructions
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Be patient, supportive, and positive while assisting children and families
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Maintain confidentiality and respect the privacy of all attendees
- Make sure every child feels included and respected
Q. What does sponsorship cover?
A. Sponsorship funds help cover the overall cost of the event, including tickets, transportation, meals, safety equipment, and special activities. Sponsors also enable us to support sibling reunification efforts and create lasting memories for foster youth. Your support makes a huge difference!
Q. I submitted my Disney Days application. When will I hear back?
A. We are grateful for your interest in Disney Days and do take a few weeks to get through every application! Please anticipate contact from one of our team members from an @fosterlove.com email after your submission. If you have urgent questions, please reach out to us at [email protected].
Thank You
We are grateful for the continued excitement and support surrounding Disney Days. Every event is made possible because of volunteers, partners, and supporters who believe in creating meaningful moments for children in foster care. If you have additional questions, email us at [email protected].
