Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic Announces Friends of Fisher House Orlando as Charity Beneficiary for 2023. Popular annual food and wine event to support local military charity in recognition of Veterans Day Weekend.
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic has named Friends of Fisher House Orlando as its inaugural charitable beneficiary for the 14th annual event, taking place Veterans Day Weekend, Friday, Nov. 10, and Saturday, Nov. 11.
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The nonprofit organization will receive a monetary donation from the event, comprised of proceeds from event merchandise, raffle tickets, and more. The Orlando Fisher House, located at the Orlando VA Medical Center, provides free accommodations and resources for military and veteran families in several Central Florida counties while a loved one receives medical treatment. The organization will also be represented at the event, offering thousands of attendees an opportunity to learn more about its worthy cause.
“We’re honored to be the inaugural charitable partner of the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic,” said John Karkovice (United States Marine Corps, Medically Retired) and Secretary of the Board of Directors, Friends of Fisher House Orlando. “As an organization passionate about our cause and composed of many veterans, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin is a natural fit with Friends of Fisher House Orlando. We can all work together to make a difference in the lives of veterans here in our Central Florida community.”
The Friends of Fisher House Orlando nonprofit organization was established to support the 16-suite Orlando Fisher House at the Orlando VA Medical Center at Lake Nona, in support of military veterans and active-duty service members and their families. The Orlando Fisher House is one of over 95 comfort homes across the United States built by the Fisher House Foundation.
To learn more about the Orlando Fisher House, visit orlandofisherhouse.org.
For more information on the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic or to purchase tickets, visit foodandwineclassic.com.
About the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin
In the heart of the Walt Disney World Resort, the award-winning Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel resides amongst the greatest theme parks and attractions in Central Florida.
The complex is located between EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and near Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park and Magic Kingdom Park. Guests can discover 23 world-class restaurants and lounges, sophisticated guest rooms, and the luxurious Mandara Spa.
The resort features six pools, three health clubs, nearby golf, complimentary transportation throughout Walt Disney World Resort; early entry to all four theme parks daily, and extended evening theme park hours on select nights in select theme parks. The newest addition, the 14-story Walt Disney World Swan Reserve, opened in 2021 and offers an upscale, boutique atmosphere as well as 149 suites ideal for families and two presidential suites. For more information, visit swandolphin.com.
