Thank you for your interest in applying and/or nominating a child for the Bert’s Big Adventure trip to Walt Disney World.

Established in 2002, Bert’s Big Adventure is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering a lifelong community of compassion and belonging for children with chronic and terminal illnesses and their families. This community building begins with a magical, all-expenses-paid five-day journey to Walt Disney World®, and continues through year-round programs that provide support and connection for the child’s lifetime and beyond.

Forrest Meets Buzz Lightyear on Bert's Big Adventure 2026

Qualifications

Please take a quick moment to review the qualifications before beginning the application process or nominating a family.

The Application

Families don’t need to be nominated to apply! Feel free to send the application link directly to a family instead of nominating them.

Submission Date

All applications must be submitted by September 8, 2026. Don’t wait to nominate a family! Families will be notified no later than January 1, 2027.

The Selection Process

Selections are not based on votes. We accept only one nomination or application per child.

APPLY FOR YOUR FAMILY

Does your family meet our qualifications? If you’re ready for the adventure of a lifetime, apply today!

NOMINATE A CHILD

Do you know a child with a chronic or terminal illness who meets our qualifications? Nominate them today!