, /PRNewswire/ -- Give Kids The World Village is partnering with eight of the nation's top theme and amusement parks this summer to stage a fundraising program that enables participants to experience the thrill and excitement of their favorite local attractions while giving back to charity. Proceeds will benefit the Village, an 89-acre, whimsical nonprofit resort in that provides children with critical illnesses and their families from around the world with magical week-long wish vacations at no cost. The event will be hosted at Six Flags Over Texas in ( ); Adventureland in ( ); Hersheypark in ( ); Six Flags Fiesta Texas in ( ); Dollywood in ( ); Holiday World & Splashin' Safari in ( ); Six Flags Great Adventure in ( ); and Kennywood in ( ).
To participate, those interested can visit / to review the specific details for each participating park and register online. Those who donate or raise a minimum of for Give Kids The World will receive a special pass, giving them complimentary access and exclusive perks at their park of choice, along with a t-shirt. This year's event will feature unique behind-the-scenes experiences at each park that cannot be purchased by the public, including early access to select roller coasters – along with special incentives for participating at multiple parks.
Fundraisers who register for two or more parks will automatically be entered into a raffle for the chance to attend the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) E.