Thanks to Gary Sinise, over 1000 children of the fallen soldiers got to visit the Walt Disney World this week. Gary is well known for his philanthropy work and his film Forrest Gump. Gary’s foundation took over 1000 children of the military heroes with their loved ones to Walt Disney World. The Gary Sinise Foundation started a noble program called Snowball Express, in this, they create magical experiences for the children who need it the most.

The Snowball Express is a way of bringing joy to these kids and Christmas happens to the best time of the year for them. This is the third consecutive year when The Gary Sinise Foundation is taking the children of the fallen soldiers to the Walt Disney World. This experience not only brings them joy but also helps in healing.

The Gary Sinise Foundation – “The holidays can be especially challenging for grieving families. Each December, we host a five-day experience for 1,750+ children of the fallen and their surviving parent or guardian. As a therapeutic retreat with a blend of fun and inspiring programs, these families can lean on their peers for support. And this year we’re bringing Snowball Express to Walt Disney World Resort!”

The foundation teamed up with American Airlines to get all the kids and their loved ones to Orlando, Florida to visit the Walt Disney World.

Today begins our GSF Snowball Express #14. Over 1000 Gold Star Children travel with surviving parent or guardian, over 1,750 in all, via our travel partner @AmericanAir to Disney World as part of our @GarySiniseFound Snowball Express program. pic.twitter.com/lvDfMhXXcR — Gary Sinise (@GarySinise) December 7, 2019