Lets all bring a GKTW item to the Podcast - The DIS Discussion Forums

OKW Lover · 11-04-2011, 04:09 PM

I know a bunch of us are going to be going to the live PodCast taping on December 11th at the Dolphin. How about everybody planning on bringing an item for GKTW.

There's a list out there somewhere of things they need - I'll see if I can find it and post a link. I remember that batteries are something they need.
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DarthVader92 was kind enough to post the list below. Looks like lots of things that can easily be brought from home for those of us traveling.

DarthVader92 · 11-04-2011, 04:17 PM

This is direct from the GKTW website. BTW love the idea Jeff.

Support for our Gift Giving Program

Batteries – AA, AAA, C, D
Disposable cameras
Autograph Books
Photo Albums
Plush
Small toys and games for children of all ages (with batteries)
Board Games
Hand Held Games
Travel Games
Puzzles
Teenage Gifts
MP3 Players
Wii games (rated E)
Travel DVD Players
Support for Village Entertainment & Family Programs

Candy (no gum, no chocolate)
Sunscreen
Adult Size Pirate Costumes
DVD-R (MINI - 30 minutes and/or 60 minutes)
Movies (G or PG rated on DVD and Blu Ray Disc)
Red and white crepe paper streamers
Golf Balls (preferably colors other than white)
Rain Ponchos
Wheelchairs (adult and child size)
Disposable Cutlery
Pillow Cases for Wish Pillows (pattern will be provided)
Gift Cards for material - Joann Fabrics, Walmart, Visa, MC
Balloons
Mylar
Mylar – Happy Birthday
12” Purple
Any type
Support for our Villas

Pressure Washers – Gas Powered
Treated Lumber – 4x4 x8 Posts
Truck-mounted steam cleaner and van
Cleaning Supplies
Brooms
Scrub Brushes
Sponges
Vinyl Powdered Gloves – S, M, L, XL
60 Gallon Trash Liners
Painting Supplies
Disposable 1”, 2” and 3” brushes
Pink Wizzy Roller Covers
Canvas Drop Cloths
Ladders (any size)
6’ & 8’ fiberglass ladders
Landscaping Supplies
Rakes – Leaf or Hard Rake
Shovels – Round long handled
50 ft heavy duty hoses
Hand Cutters and pruners
Wheelbarrows
Backpack Sprayers
2 Cycle Oil Mix
Pine Bark Nuggets
Wasp Spray
Ant bait
New Appliances (White)
Blenders
Clock radios (Brown)
Coffee makers (12-Cup)
Dishwashers (GE)
DVD Players
Microwaves
Refrigerators (GE)
Toasters (2 Slot)
TV's (27 inch)
Help keep our administrative costs down

CD's - Blank (High Speed)
CD Envelopes with plastic window
Mailing Supplies
Bubble Wrap
Peanuts
#0 and #00 Padded Envelopes
2” Packaging Tape
Office Supplies
Pens
Scissors
Paper Clips
White Out
2 x 2 Post It Notes
Copy Paper – 8.5 x 11

*NikkiBell* · 11-04-2011, 04:57 PM

I like this idea too, but is there someone willing to take the items over there? Shipping is ridiculously expensive.

OKW Lover · 11-04-2011, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by *NikkiBell*

I like this idea too, but is there someone willing to take the items over there? Shipping is ridiculously expensive.

I was presuming that we could get a volunteer from one of the locals ("townies") to drop it off.

safetymom · 11-10-2011, 04:30 AM

I would be happy to take the items over to GKTW. I did this when we had the Poly meet.

Cherinva · 11-10-2011, 06:29 AM

This is a wonderful idea !!!

OKW Lover · 11-10-2011, 06:31 AM

Maybe we can get this mentioned on next week's podcast?

sayhello · 11-12-2011, 05:44 PM

Great idea!

Sayhello

snowwhitenyc · 11-13-2011, 02:30 PM

Hello,

This is such a great idea, DISers are so generous! I'd be happy to help transport donations as well.

One thing I thought I'd add is that GKTW is also in need of is items for Halloween. The Village held a Halloween party every Monday in October this year and it was such a success they are now celebrating Halloween on Mondays all year long!

Each child gets a Halloween goody bag full of little prizes, and all of those items are donated - things like cute pencils, stickers, little puzzles, strands of beads, fake bugs, vampire teeth, small jars of bubbles, etc. Halloween-themed items are great, though general Disney or other character/kid-friendly items are fine.

I mention this because there are probably some great Halloween items to be had on clearance right now, so even a few dollars could go a long way. The Dollar Spot at Target is great for this kind of thing (though right now a lot of that stuff is Christmas-themed). And these items might be easier to pack than a gas-powered pressure washer

Yvet · 11-20-2011, 09:27 AM

Great idea!!!!

OKW Lover · 12-06-2011, 01:04 PM

Just wanted to remind people of this. If you're coming to the PodCast taping, why not bring along some small item for GKTW.

11-04-2011, 04:09 PM	#1
OKW Lover Yes, we love Old Key West Connoisseur of the fine things in life, and has the time to enjoy them (Just ask his wife) Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Plymouth, MA Posts: 17,619	Lets all bring a GKTW item to the Podcast I know a bunch of us are going to be going to the live PodCast taping on December 11th at the Dolphin. How about everybody planning on bringing an item for GKTW. There's a list out there somewhere of things they need - I'll see if I can find it and post a link. I remember that batteries are something they need. ----------------------- DarthVader92 was kind enough to post the list below. Looks like lots of things that can easily be brought from home for those of us traveling. __________________ Jeff Last edited by OKW Lover; 11-04-2011 at 04:21 PM.

11-04-2011, 04:17 PM	#2
DarthVader92 Working for the Mouse Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Bergenfield,NJ Posts: 545	This is direct from the GKTW website. BTW love the idea Jeff. Support for our Gift Giving Program Batteries – AA, AAA, C, D Disposable cameras Autograph Books Photo Albums Plush Small toys and games for children of all ages (with batteries) Board Games Hand Held Games Travel Games Puzzles Teenage Gifts MP3 Players Wii games (rated E) Travel DVD Players Support for Village Entertainment & Family Programs Candy (no gum, no chocolate) Sunscreen Adult Size Pirate Costumes DVD-R (MINI - 30 minutes and/or 60 minutes) Movies (G or PG rated on DVD and Blu Ray Disc) Red and white crepe paper streamers Golf Balls (preferably colors other than white) Rain Ponchos Wheelchairs (adult and child size) Disposable Cutlery Pillow Cases for Wish Pillows (pattern will be provided) Gift Cards for material - Joann Fabrics, Walmart, Visa, MC Balloons Mylar Mylar – Happy Birthday 12” Purple Any type Support for our Villas Pressure Washers – Gas Powered Treated Lumber – 4x4 x8 Posts Truck-mounted steam cleaner and van Cleaning Supplies Brooms Scrub Brushes Sponges Vinyl Powdered Gloves – S, M, L, XL 60 Gallon Trash Liners Painting Supplies Disposable 1”, 2” and 3” brushes Pink Wizzy Roller Covers Canvas Drop Cloths Ladders (any size) 6’ & 8’ fiberglass ladders Landscaping Supplies Rakes – Leaf or Hard Rake Shovels – Round long handled 50 ft heavy duty hoses Hand Cutters and pruners Wheelbarrows Backpack Sprayers 2 Cycle Oil Mix Pine Bark Nuggets Wasp Spray Ant bait New Appliances (White) Blenders Clock radios (Brown) Coffee makers (12-Cup) Dishwashers (GE) DVD Players Microwaves Refrigerators (GE) Toasters (2 Slot) TV's (27 inch) Help keep our administrative costs down CD's - Blank (High Speed) CD Envelopes with plastic window Mailing Supplies Bubble Wrap Peanuts #0 and #00 Padded Envelopes 2” Packaging Tape Office Supplies Pens Scissors Paper Clips White Out 2 x 2 Post It Notes Copy Paper – 8.5 x 11 __________________ Matt Dobrovolsky Wdw videographer/Audio NEW ENGLAND DIS MEET June 28-30 REGISTER NOW! Look for my videos now on: youtube.com/darthvader92 http://mousebits.com

11-04-2011, 04:57 PM	#3
NikkiBell Careful with the Cool Whip! LOX IS MY NEMESIS!!! I'm coming off of the plane decked out with a Snooki poof Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New Jersey Posts: 11,020	I like this idea too, but is there someone willing to take the items over there? Shipping is ridiculously expensive. __________________ Nikki DIS Unplugged Forum Moderator & Blogger disboards.com blog.wdwinfo.com 2011 - GC, Swan 2010 - AKLV 2009 - AKLV, DxDP/OKW, DDP 2008 - SSR, PFTS, MNSSHP/AKLV, 1st DVC Trip, DxDP 2007 - PC, MNSSHP 2006-7 - POFQ, Premium DP 2006 - PC 2005 - POFQ, Premium DP 2004 - PC, Silver Plan 1998 - ASMu 1997-94 - Off-Site

11-10-2011, 06:29 AM	#6
Cherinva Co-Host of the Va. DIS Meet and avid pin collector Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 5,836	This is a wonderful idea !!! __________________ Don't let yesterday use up too much of todayºoº

11-10-2011, 06:31 AM	#7
OKW Lover Yes, we love Old Key West Connoisseur of the fine things in life, and has the time to enjoy them (Just ask his wife) Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Plymouth, MA Posts: 17,619	Maybe we can get this mentioned on next week's podcast? __________________ Jeff

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11-10-2011, 04:30 AM	#5
safetymom Have will travel ABD trips = clothes optional Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Now living near the parks! Posts: 41,877	I would be happy to take the items over to GKTW. I did this when we had the Poly meet.

11-12-2011, 05:44 PM	#8
sayhello Have Camera, Will Travel Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 8,863	Great idea! Sayhello __________________ Check out my Southwest Splendors Trip Report! (2008). 5 parts, full of pics & details & impressions! My Taming the Last Frontier ABD Alaska Trip Report! (2009)! 7 parts, pictures, stories, & more impressions! Also check out my ABD/DCL Mediterranean Magic Trip Report! (2010) NOW POSTING! My DIS Unplugged London/Paris/Disneyland Paris Trip Report! (2011)

11-13-2011, 02:30 PM	#9
snowwhitenyc Mouseketeer Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 285	Hello, This is such a great idea, DISers are so generous! I'd be happy to help transport donations as well. One thing I thought I'd add is that GKTW is also in need of is items for Halloween. The Village held a Halloween party every Monday in October this year and it was such a success they are now celebrating Halloween on Mondays all year long! Each child gets a Halloween goody bag full of little prizes, and all of those items are donated - things like cute pencils, stickers, little puzzles, strands of beads, fake bugs, vampire teeth, small jars of bubbles, etc. Halloween-themed items are great, though general Disney or other character/kid-friendly items are fine. I mention this because there are probably some great Halloween items to be had on clearance right now, so even a few dollars could go a long way. The Dollar Spot at Target is great for this kind of thing (though right now a lot of that stuff is Christmas-themed). And these items might be easier to pack than a gas-powered pressure washer

11-20-2011, 09:27 AM	#10
Yvet ♫ She is a dancing queen ♪ One of the Netherpeople Has quite a unique FE Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Netherlands Posts: 2,015	Great idea!!!! __________________ Upcomming Trip: WDW: May 9th 2013 DCL: May 18th EBTA ... Previous Trips: ABD: 2011 (Backstage Magic) DCL: 2008 (Western) - 2009 (PCC1.0) - 2010 (EBTA, MED, PCC2.0) - 2012 (PCC3.0, PCC4.0) DL, 2000 - 2006 - 2011. DLRP, 1995 - 1996 - 2002 - 2003 - 2007 - 2008 - 2011 - 2012. WDW, 1999 - 2005 - 2006 - 2007 - 2008 (april/may + dec) - 2009 (april/may + dec) - 2010 (april/may + dec) - 2011 (april/may + dec) - 2012 (June + Dec).

12-06-2011, 01:04 PM	#11
OKW Lover Yes, we love Old Key West Connoisseur of the fine things in life, and has the time to enjoy them (Just ask his wife) Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Plymouth, MA Posts: 17,619	Just wanted to remind people of this. If you're coming to the PodCast taping, why not bring along some small item for GKTW. __________________ Jeff

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