Disneyland Resort Helps Chrysalis Extend Services To OC

ANAHEIM, CA —In a landmark move, the Disneyland Resort has donated $600,000 to Chrysalis, a California-based nonprofit organization that has proven results in lifting individuals out of poverty by helping them find and retain steady jobs.

"This funding will help Chrysalis extend its services to Orange County through the opening of a new facility in Anaheim," a resort spokesperson said. "To date, Chrysalis has helped more than 60,000 California residents overcome barriers to employment."

Disneyland Resort will also provide Chrysalis with Disney VoluntEARS support and industry expertise to help individuals in Anaheim fortify their skill sets, increase employability and secure pathways to new careers.

Disney VoluntEARS have already launched a clothing drive to collect business casual, ready-to-wear clothing from Disneyland Resort cast members, in addition to packaging hygiene kits to help Chrysalis. Those close were donated by cast members, all gently-used professional wear.

Those clothes will be used to be worn to job interviews, and for going work, they said.

“(Disney's support of Chrysalis) marks our increasing commitment to the city of Anaheim and the future of its economy and workforce," Josh D’Amaro, president of the Disneyland resort said.

Mark Loranger, president and CEO of Chrysalis notes, “Chrysalis is honored to have received this transformative gift from Disneyland Resort. We believe that a steady job is a key step in a person’s transition out of poverty and onto a pathway to self-sufficiency."

For more information on Chrysalis, visit: changelives.org

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