Disney is committed to delivering comfort and joy to children facing serious illness. This commitment dates back to Walt Disney himself, who would visit with children in hospitals, often accompanied by Disney characters and animators. Since 2018, Disney has helped reimagine the patient journey in more than 1,700 children’s hospitals and pediatric places of care in 45 countries, totaling more than $100 million in support.
When families have a child facing serious illness, they describe the journey as one where they face moments of high anxiety and stress, and feel alone. Disney uses the best of its storytelling, beloved characters, and creativity to create a more personal and comforting experience for children. NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital is excited to be one of the first children’s hospitals to work with Disney to bring new wonderment to the patient journey.
