Disney Show Your Character High School Volunteer Program
Disney Show Your Character Los Angeles Area High School Volunteer Program

Volunteerism has a long, proud history at Disney. Disney VoluntEARS, employees of the company who "show their character" through volunteerism, have devoted several million hours of personal time to brightening the lives of those in need in their local communities. The Disney Show Your Character High School Volunteer ProgramHigh School Volunteer Program is designed to share Disney's passion for service with young people by bringing students and local non-profits together to address the vital issues facing our community.


Disney is pleased to provide Los Angeles area high school students with this innovative program that will:
  • Support established curriculum standards for character education and service learning
  • Educate students about community needs
  • Develop partnerships between schools and the community
  • Foster civic responsibility and a passion for volunteering
Those who participate in this program receive meaningful benefits.

Students will:

  • Gain a deep and well-rounded understanding of issues and challenges in their community
  • Develop first-hand knowledge of non-profits and the services they provide
  • Gain valuable organizational and communication skills as they implement projects
  • Earn community service hours
  • Participating seniors become eligible to apply for a Disney Show Your Character college scholarship
High School Volunteer Program

Schools and teachers will:
  • Participate in a program that enhances academic curriculum while strengthening the character and civic responsibility of students
  • Establish partnerships with non-profits that benefit both the school and the community
  • Earn a Disney Show Your Character grant
Non-Profits will:
  • Implement a valuable community service project with the assistance of dedicated youth volunteers
  • Share their mission and programs with tomorrow's leaders
  • Earn a Disney Show Your Character grant

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2006-2007 SHOW YOUR CHARACTER SCHOOLS
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