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Olivia’s Magical Dream
Olivia, who is diagnosed with level 3 severe autism, experienced a dream come true on a magical getaway to Bill Sample’s Sunshine Foundation Dream Village, Universal Orlando Resort, LEGOLAND Florida, and Disney World. The unforgettable trip gave Olivia and her family the opportunity to step away from the routines of daily life, including appointments, therapies, and other responsibilities, and simply focus on spending quality time together.
One of the most special moments of the journey was celebrating Olivia’s 9th birthday surrounded by family and friends at the Dream Village. Filled with laughter, excitement, and unforgettable experiences, the celebration made the trip even more meaningful. From thrilling attractions to cherished time together, the getaway created lasting memories that Olivia and her loved ones will treasure for years to come. It was a chance to relax, reconnect, and enjoy the simple joy of being together as a family.
Thank You from Olivia’s Family
“Thank you so much for giving Olivia this special birthday magical dream come true. Olivia made some amazing friends during her dream trip, and I am so filled with happiness and joy for my daughter. Finding friends who truly enjoy time with Olivia can be a challenge, but during her dream she met children who really fit her needs and made her feel included. Her birthday was truly special and is something we will cherish for years to come.
Her dream was magical—we enjoyed all three theme parks, and every park was accommodating to Olivia’s needs. The entire experience felt relaxing, and we were able to move at our own pace without ever feeling rushed.
Olivia also had her very first Publix birthday cake. Everyone said it’s not a birthday without a Publix cake, and they were absolutely right, Olivia went back for cake three times! She is not usually a big cake person, but that definitely changed during her trip. It felt like Publix added an extra sprinkle of magic to her celebration.
Thank you again to everyone who made our trip so special and created such meaningful memories for Olivia and our family. We will never forget it.” – Olivia’s mom
Olivia’s Diagnoses
Olivia is diagnosed with level 3 severe autism, which is the most severe form of autism, requiring the highest support needs on the autism spectrum. Individuals with level 3 severe autism face significant challenges with communication, social interactions, and repetitive behaviors that impact their daily lives and require substantial support throughout their lifetime.
Sponsor
A heartfelt thank you to the sponsors and participants of the RunWalkBark4Dreams for turning Olivia’s dream into a reality!
Our Mission
Sunshine Foundation answers the dreams of children, ages three through eighteen, who have severe or profound physical/developmental/intellectual challenges or trauma from physical/sexual abuse, and whose families have limited income. Since 1976, Sunshine Foundation has spread Sunshine into the lives of more than 44,007 children.
