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Bert's Big Adventure

Walt Disney World Trip

What you get

A Walt Disney World trip. The included costs and trip details aren't published. Ask. Open now.

Who starts it
You, with a document from your doctor
How it’s sent
Online, on their website
Your time
About 15 minutes, plus waiting for the document
Last checked
Aug 27, 2026

Before you start, check you fit

  • Check the 2027 application instructions before preparing your request.
  • Capacity, documentation, and response timing may change.

  1. Ask your doctor for the documentStart here. This is the part that takes the longest.

    Bert's Big Adventure needs a signed confirmation of the diagnosis from your doctor. Copy this message, or say it in person at the next visit.

    Hi [doctor’s name],

We’d like to apply to Bert's Big Adventure’s Walt Disney World Trip. They offer a Walt Disney World trip, and they are taking applications now.

They need a signed confirmation of the diagnosis from you. Their form and instructions are here: https://bertsbigadventure.org/serve/qualifications/

Could you do that when you have a chance? I can send you the link, or bring a printout to our next visit. Thank you for everything you do for us.

[your name] · [phone]
    Copying is the only thing this page does with your text. Nothing is saved.

  2. Fill in their applicationIt is on their website.

    Open their application ↗ Checked Aug 27, 2026

    What the form asks for

    2027 application preparation
    Nominated Child's NameBirthday of nominated childPrimary DiagnosisPrimary Diagnosis descriptionCurrent Medical TreatmentHow many eligible family members live in the household including the nominated child? Please include the nominated child in your headcountWhat is the nominated family's combined annual household incomeWould the family be able to travel in FebruaryPlease explain

    Have ready

    • Driver license or state-issued ID for adult household members to verify address.
    • Birth certificate or immunization certificate selected in the application.
    • Current photo of the nominated child in JPEG, JPG, or PNG format.

  3. Submit it on their websiteSend the document with your application, or the way they ask.

    • Submit the signed Formstack application and uploads by September 8, 2026.

After you send

Save the Formstack confirmation and expect a selection notice no later than January 1, 2027. If you have not heard back in two weeks, write and ask whether it arrived.

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