Question 1

What is Mouse Dreams Foundation?

Accepted Answer

Mouse Dreams Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in
Raleigh, NC. Our Foundation was created to send children (ages 3 to 18) dealing
with long-term pediatric illnesses and their immediate families on a one week,
all expense paid trip to Walt Disney World.

Question 2

Where do my donations go?

Accepted Answer

Beyond the standard expenses to operate this Foundation, all contributions go to
providing trips to deserving children. Mouse Dreams Foundation pays no salaries or
benefits to its partners.

Question 3

Are my donations tax deductible?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Mouse Dreams Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization.
Donations are tax deductible, however always consult with your tax advisor.

Question 4

How are these children chosen?

Accepted Answer

Mouse Dreams is building relationships with hospitals and pediatric centers
in the Triangle area of NC. Currently, all children are selected by partnering hospitals and require written approval from their primary care physician.

Question 5

Can I refer a child?

Accepted Answer

Currently, we are not accepting direct referrals. All children are selected by partnering hospitals.

Question 6

If a child has already received a wish from another organization, are they still eligible for a trip to Disney World from Mouse Dreams?"

Accepted Answer

Receiving a wish from another organization would not disqualify a child from consideration, unless the prior wish was a trip to Disney. However, priority is given to children who have never received a wish.

Question 7

Who accompanies the children to Walt Disney World?

Accepted Answer

Immediate family are included. Both parents (or legal guardians) and siblings are
permitted to make the trip with the child.  In the case of a single parent family, one
other adult (grandparent, aunt, uncle, etc...) may accompany the child as well.

Question 8

Is Mouse Dreams Foundation part of Disney?

Accepted Answer

No, Mouse Dreams Foundation is not affiliated with, authorized or endorsed by,
or in any way connected with, The Walt Disney Company, Disney Enterprises, Inc.,
or any of their affiliates or subsidiaries.

Question 9

How can I recommend a fundraising opportunity?

Accepted Answer

If you have a fundraising idea or an event that we may partner with you on, please
send an email to: mousedreamsfoundation@gmail.com.