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The Walt Disney Company Launches Inaugural, Company-Wide "Disney Week of Wishes" Campaign to Celebrate World Wish Day With Make-A-Wish
BURBANK, Calif., April 28, 2025--Today, The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) kicks off a weeklong company-wide campaign to celebrate its 45-year relationship with Make-A-Wish® by launching the first ever "Disney Week of Wishes." During this unprecedented week, Disney is honoring World Wish Day on April 29 by sharing unique wishes selected by Make-A-Wish kids that only Disney can make come true. This includes a wish-granting moment on American Idol, a Princess-themed ball for nearly 50 families at
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