Universal Orlando Donation Request Grant

Universal Orlando Donation Request Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Universal Orlando Foundation Inc
Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Last Updated: April 02, 2026

Summary

Universal Orlando offers a charitable giving program focusing on nonprofits in Florida, particularly Central Florida. Organizations must meet specific eligibility criteria, including being tax-exempt and having a year of operational history. Donations consist mainly of theme park tickets for fundraising. However, requests from individuals or political entities and those for religious or controversial activities are not considered. The program aims to support community-focused initiatives that enhance youth education and community strength.

Overview

NOTE: All applications for theme park tickets must be made online and must be submitted at least 60 days prior to the event date to be considered. Donation Request Sharing the adventure of Universal Orlando is an exciting way to help local organizations raise much-needed funds. Universal Orlando primarily donates theme park tickets to qualified nonprofits that educate our youth, strengthen our community and fall under our focus areas. The Universal Orlando charitable giving program is open only to eligible nonprofit organizations located within the state of Florida. While outreach is considered for organizations within the state of Florida, preference is given to nonprofits based in Central Florida because that’s the heart of our universe. We are happy to review donation requests for qualifying nonprofit organizations for fundraising purposes. We are unable to review applications for corporate sponsorships. Due to the popularity of Universal Orlando Resort, we are unable to offer hotel accommodations.

Eligibility

We've imported the main document for this grant to give you an overview. You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. In order to be considered for a ticket donation, organizations must meet the following eligibility criteria: Be located in the state of Florida and be tax-exempt as defined in Section 501 (C) (3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Service Code or a public school/school district Employ or serve the community without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status or mental/physical disability Be U.S. Patriot Act compliant Have at least a one-year operating history As a standard practice, only one request per organization per calendar year will be consideredTicket Guidelines:Park tickets may be used for charitable fundraising efforts onlyDonations must be made directly to the charitable organizationItems donated to a charity are for charitable purposes only and may not be marketed or re-sold

Ineligibility

Universal Orlando is unable to consider requests that benefit the following: IndividualsOrganizations seeking seed moneyFaith based organizations (e.g., churches, synagogues, etc.) or programs that propagate a particular faith or creed, or programs that are otherwise religious (e.g., provides/requires religious or faith based counseling, services, studies, materials). Some secular community service programs, such as soup kitchens, shelters for the homeless, job banks, etc. even though sponsored by the religious organizations are eligible.Political causes, candidates, organizations or campaignsCivic leagues, business leagues, social and recreational/sports clubs, labor, agricultural and horticultural societies, fraternal societiesThird party organizations that raise funds and distribute to charitable organizationsRequests to benefit activities such as recognition events, holiday parties, incentive programs, class celebrations, group visits, competitions, or sporting eventsUniversal Orlando has the right to withhold approval on donation requests from an organization whose mission and/or practice may be viewed as highly controversial or polarizing to the community and/or general population, as well as from an organization that may be engaged in unlawful or extreme activityUniversal Orlando Resort reserves the right, in its sole discretion and for any reason, not to approve any request.