Overview
- Blue Star Families and The Walt Disney Company hosted an exclusive Toy Story 5 screening for nearly 500 military children and family members at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton.
- After the film, Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro surprised every family in attendance by announcing complimentary tickets to the Disneyland Resort.
- The event included character appearances by Woody and Buzz Lightyear, cast greetings and film-themed giveaways to create in-person experiences for military communities.
- The screening is part of Disney’s 2026 “Disney Celebrates America” initiative, which includes a $2.5 million pledge to Blue Star Families to fund programs that strengthen family connection and well-being.
- The activation continues a roughly 15-year collaboration between Disney and Blue Star Families that uses volunteer work, reading programs and special events to support military readiness by bolstering family support networks.