Programs & Initiatives
Using our E.A.R.S. to make a difference — Education, Arts, Resources… Social Impact
Our focus
More than a variety show, the “All New” Mickey Mouse Club was a world-class performing arts academy. Inspired by the support they received from Disney, Mouseketeers are lending their unique insights to enhance the lives of young people through mentoring and arts education — essential for social and emotional well-being, and critical tools for establishing equity and access.
MMC was the most informative experience I’ve ever had as an entertainer.
What We Aim To Solve
Adolescence brings real mental-health pressure — and arts education is a proven preventive tool.
Schools still optimize for a diploma → 9-to-5 path that no longer guarantees a stable career.
Social media and the gig economy add professional and emotional hurdles previous generations didn’t face.
Our Solutions
Training in the arts and craft alongside working professionals.
Entrepreneurship + the business of entertainment, taught the way it actually works.
Mentoring on innovation, leadership and managing mental health for the long run.
Spearheaded by reunited Mouseketeers, we fill the gaps with youth arts education and mentoring programs that include real-world learning opportunities.
Why does this matter? We gathered the research behind arts education and mentorship in one place.
Read Our WhyPrograms
01We match young adults and children pursuing a career in the entertainment industry with a Mouseketeer Mentor or other accomplished veteran of the arts — based on common interests, career goals, experiences and life challenges.
02There’s no education like real-world experience. Mouseketeers lead trips to Broadway and Disney Imagination Campus for students interested in performing arts, humanities, science, technology, leadership and innovation.
03Mouseketeers share their knowledge through workshops and one-on-one coaching — training young creatives on their craft while guiding them through emotional well-being and the business of entertainment.
Social Impact
Our MMC’89 Initiative uses the United Nations’ Global Goals as a framework for identifying and supporting a wide range of causes — including those related to education, inequality and climate change.
Although our primary focus is Mentoring & Youth Arts Education, our team has raised more than $50 million to support all 17 of the Global Goals.
Programs & Campaigns
Inspired by the training they received from Disney in their youth, Mouseketeers are supporting the next generation of artists and entrepreneurs with training and mentorship programs.
Global Goals 3, 4 & 8
Through our dba brand name — Create Impact Now — we transform visions into impact, providing comprehensive for-profit and nonprofit launch and growth solutions.
Global Goals 8, 9, 10 & 17
A range of emergency services for cast members in need. Originally formed as Cast Member Pantry at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have served more than 10,000 cast members with groceries and other food essentials.
Global Goals 2 & 17
With support from the United Nations Development Program, we launched a campaign promoting a solution-based approach to reducing single-use plastic.
Global Goals 6, 12 & 13
We support veterans and first responders in partnership with Victory Bridge and others, including a campaign with Orlando Bloom to reduce the stigma around mental health in veteran communities.
Global Goals 3, 8, 16 & 17
Merit-based trips with Mouseketeers to Disney World and Disneyland for outstanding youth.
Global Goals 4 & 17
Mouseketeer-led volunteering — including sorting 4,000 pounds of food at Nashville’s Second Harvest Food Bank to provide more than 3,000 meals to people in need.
Global Goals 1–17
Empowering days of pampering and evenings of impact for women who are victims of domestic abuse.
Global Goals 5 & 10
Like the Mouse Club’s “Hall of Fame Day,” we spotlight community leaders and provide grants to those in need.
Global Goals 1–17
Mouseketeers reunited for music and events supporting MusiCares and music people in need.
Global Goals 1, 2 & 3
With every purchase or donation in our Club Store, we plant a tree in your name to help offset carbon emissions. We’ve proudly planted more than 2,500 trees around the world.
Global Goals 7, 11, 13, 14 & 15
Testimonials
“We are truly honored to be a part of this special reunion of the Mickey Mouse Club. The joy that participants bring to these precious families through their support is immeasurable.”
Pamela Landwirth
President & CEO, Give Kids The World
“We are grateful to Always in the Club for its efforts to raise awareness for the Brave of Heart Fund.”
Holly Welch Stubbing
President & CEO of E4E Relief (Brave of Heart Fund)
“Music has such a unique ability to heal and unify us. The direct impact we’ve been able to make on our music community would not be possible without the generosity of partners like Always In The Club.”
Laura Segura
Executive Director of MusiCares
“On behalf of Jenessee Center, Inc., I would like to thank you for your donation of $100,000. Your gift ensures that families who are survivors of domestic violence will continue to receive safe and culturally relevant services that will both empower and guide them on the road to self sufficiency and independence.”
Karen Earl
CEO, Jenessee Center, Inc.
(Event co-produced by AITCF)
“On behalf of the Charlize Africa Outreach Project, I would like to acknowledge and express our appreciation for your support for CTAOP. The donation has helped CTAOP in its mission to help keep African youth safe from HIV/AIDS.”
Lee Bodner
Managing Director, Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project*
*Event co-produced by AITCF. Letter addressed to the event’s Executive Producer.
Our Partners
MusiCares
We partnered with MusiCares on our holiday album Why? Because It’s Christmas, which debuted at #21 on Billboard.
Visit MusiCares
Educational Destinations
A Disney Parks Recognized Youth Travel Planner and Disney on Broadway’s Preferred Travel Planner.
Visit Educational Destinations
That’s 4 Entertainment
We partner with their 90s Con and Christmas Con to raise awareness and funds for our programs.
Visit That’s 4 Entertainment
Entertainment For Change
We work with EFC to amplify young voices and create a new kind of empowered leader.
Visit Entertainment For Change
Be Great!
A social impact-based production company. Together we produce awards, events and media that inspire people to Be Great!
Visit Be Great!