Even though Disney Parks worldwide are still closed indefinitely they are continually looking for ways to make a difference for those in need.

According to the Disney Parks Blog, The Walt Disney Company has donated, based on requests from hospitals that are in need of additional protective garments and medical-related supplies, 150,000 rain ponchos to MedShare, a humanitarian aid organization, for distribution to hospitals in need. “The idea was inspired by nurses across the country,” wrote Thomas Smith, Editorial Content Director, Disney Parks. “[they] found that rain ponchos can be an excellent way to protect their clothing and prolong the use of PPE, while also freeing up gowns when needed.”

“The COVID-19 pandemic is unlike anything we’ve seen before,” said Charles Redding, MedShare CEO and President. “We have to find ways to pool our resources and work together to help the healthcare workers who are doing their very best to treat patients and contain COVID-19. We appreciate Disney partnering with us to support hospitals and healthcare workers on the frontlines.”

In the past couple of weeks Disney has also donated more than 100,000 N95 masks to the states of New York, California and Florida and more than 270 tons of food to local food banks from Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disneyland Paris, and Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa. Additionally, since March, Disney Parks has provided nearly $3M in in-kind donations benefitting communities around the globe. and is finding additional ways to give back.

The Walt Disney Company has a well documented history of giving back to communities and organizations in times of need or not.