Tonight at 7 p.m.: KSATโs Adam Caskey hosts Morganโs Wonderland gala โCelebrating A World of Inclusionโ
On Friday at 7 p.m., KSAT meteorologist Adam Caskey is hosting the 12th annual gala for local nonprofit Morganโs Wonderland. The event will be broadcast live on KSAT 12 and streamed on KSAT.com and our streaming platforms.
Gordon Hartman Foundation will distribute COVID-19 vaccines to special-needs families on Thursday
Vaccines are prioritized for those with special needs. The Gordon Hartman Foundation will distribute the COVID-19 vaccine on Thursday. The distribution event will take place at Morganโs Wonderland, 5223 David Edwards Drive, from 4 to 7 p.m., according to an announcement by the park. โPriority will be given to those with special needs,โ a release states. Also on KSAT:Morganโs Wonderland reopens after a year-long hiatus due to COVID-19AdSpecial Olympics postpones 2021 Summer Games at Morganโs Wonderland due to COVID-19 pandemicPfizer says its COVID-19 vaccine protects younger teens
Inclusive nonprofit invites community to participate in Super Sports Saturday
The theme at Morganโs Wonderland this year is โMore Fun in โ21,โณ and itโs not just at the park. Morganโs Wonderland Sports (MWS) is offering Super Sports Saturday this coming weekend from 9 a.m. to noon, in collaboration with Camp Xtreme and Texas Regional Para Sport, which will feature ultimate Frisbee, football and softball. Located next door to Morganโs Wonderland and Morganโs Inspiration Island, Morganโs Wonderland Sports is a 3-acre, $4-million ultra-accessible sports complex, offering fitness and fun for athletes of all ages and all abilities. Designed with maximum flexibility, Morganโs Wonderland Sports can be configured to meet the needs of various programs at any given time. This inclusive nonprofit could use your helpMorganโs Wonderland reopens after a year-long hiatus due to COVID-19Its laser-poured concrete ensures accessibility standards, while custom tinting will minimize heat during the summer months.
Interested in volunteering? This inclusive nonprofit could use your help
Morganโs Wonderland is now open for the 2021 season, and needs support from the community by recruiting volunteers to tackle multiple projects and help the group regain its momentum. โCurrently, weโre seeking MorganโsWonderland volunteers, but in the future, there will be opportunities at Morganโs Inspiration Island splash park, Morganโs Wonderland Sports complex and soon-to-open Morganโs Wonderland Camp,โ said Brooke Kearney, Chief Mission Officer for the Morganโs Wonderland Inclusion Foundation. โWe look forward to a fun and joyful year where we can make memories together and limit the spread of COVID-19,โ said a representative for Morganโs Wonderland. Safety precautionsTo limit person-to-person interaction and to assist with park capacity, Morganโs Wonderland is requiring tickets to be purchased online prior to your visit. AdGuests who fail to respect safety guidelines will be asked to leave and consider returning when these measures are no longer in place.
Morganโs Wonderland reopens after a year-long hiatus due to COVID-19
SAN ANTONIO โ This month marks one year since Morganโs Wonderland has been shutdown due to the pandemic. โWe have talked to doctors, weโve talked to professors, weโve talked to physicians, you name it,โ Jessica Lizardo, general manager at Morganโs Wonderland said. AdThere may not be any new rides to debut at Morganโs Wonderland, but the staff said the biggest addition will be the joy families bring to the park. The theme park will continue to follow CDC, sate and local government guidelines. To plan your visit to Morganโs Wonderland, click here.
KSAT12 donates $25,000 to help San Antonians recover from devastating winter storms
To help the community during this difficult time, KSAT12 recently donated $25,000 towards the Letโs Help SA fund. By donating $25,000 to the โLetโs Help SAโ project with Morganโs Wonderland, we can help the city get back on the road to healing. These organizations are SAMMinistries, the San Antonio Food Bank and Haven for Hope. Haven for Hope provides, coordinates and delivers an efficient system of care for people experiencing homelessness in San Antonio. AdThe Letโs Help SA emergency fund will be open for donations through 11:59 pm this Sunday, February 28.
Letโs Help SA emergency fund seeks donations to help San Antonians recover from devastating winter storms
These organizations are SAMMinistries, the San Antonio Food Bank and Haven for Hope. The San Antonio Food Bank provides food to those in need. AdHaven for Hope provides, coordinates and delivers an efficient system of care for people experiencing homelessness in San Antonio. To help the community during this difficult time, KSAT12 recently donated $25,000 towards the Letโs Help SA fund. By donating $25,000 to the โLetโs Help SAโ project with Morganโs Wonderland, we can help the city get back on the road to healing.
Inclusive park to reopen just in time for spring break
Morganโs Wonderland is looking forward to opening on Friday, March 5 for its 12th season. As the worldโs first theme park of its kind, Ultra-Accessible Morganโs Wonderland has always been committed to the health and safety of its guests and staff. In accordance with CDC, state and local government guidelines, the park has modified policies and procedures around the park. Safety precautionsTo limit person-to-person interaction and to assist with park capacity, Morganโs Wonderland is requiring tickets to be purchased online prior to your visit. Guests who fail to respect our safety guidelines will be asked to leave and consider returning when these measures are no longer in place.
Emergency fund established to help San Antonians affected by winter storm
SAN ANTONIO โ An emergency fund was set up Monday to help San Antonio residents recover from last weekโs devastating winter storm. โOur research indicates the greatest needs right now are food, water and shelter,โ Hartman said. A companion relief effort, SAWSโ Community Pipe Repair Fund, has been established to help pay for urgently-needed plumbing repairs, said San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg. AdThe fund will provide help for San Antonio Water System residential customers in Bexar County who suffered water pipe damage in their homes due to the storm, Nirenberg said. โThe program will prioritize emergency pipe repair that risks causing harm to life, health or safety of the occupants,โ Nirenberg said.
Morganโs Wonderland to open at limited capacity for spring break
SAN ANTONIO โ Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Morganโs Wonderland, an inclusive San Antonio theme park built for people of all abilities, was forced to temporarily close. To kick off the new year, the theme park proudly announced that guests will be able to return on Friday, March 5, just in time for spring break. The nonprofit is also introducing its latest addition, Morganโs Wonderland Camp. Located on the northern outskirts of San Antonio, near the intersection of Bulverde and Evans roads, nonprofit Morganโs Wonderland Camp is only a 20-minute drive from Morganโs Wonderland. Guests will be required to buy tickets online before visiting the theme park, due to capacity limits.
Multi-Assistance Center aimed at providing care for people with special needs set to open in 2022
The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies. The COVID-19 pandemic may have temporarily closed Morganโs Wonderland in 2020, but work is still going on to make it bigger and better, spreading its message for inclusion. Morganโs Wonderland has several projects in the works right now, including the Multi-Assistance Center. The MAC, as itโs also known, is set for construction in late January with 165,000 square feet. Morganโs Wonderland is anticipating opening its doors in mid-2022 for The MAC.
This online giving tree is the perfect way to spread kindness this holiday season
The advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. SAN ANTONIO โ The COVID-19 pandemic may have closed Morganโs Wonderland, but that has not stopped the nonprofit from continuing its mission of inclusion. This year, the group is offering an Online Giving Tree and is asking the community to consider purchasing a gift within your means to donate to Morganโs Wonderland, or to purchase an item from its Amazon Wishlist. Holiday gift-giving support will allow Morganโs Wonderland to continue to impact many lives well into next year. To register for the Online Giving Tree, click or tap here.
This online giving tree is the perfect way to spread kindness this holiday season
SAN ANTONIO โ The COVID-19 pandemic may have closed Morganโs Wonderland, but that has not stopped the nonprofit from continuing its mission of inclusion. This year, the group is offering an Online Giving Tree and is asking the community to consider purchasing a gift within your means to donate to Morganโs Wonderland or purchase an item from its Amazon Wishlist. Holiday gift-giving support will allow Morganโs Wonderland to continue to impact many lives well into 2021. The nonprofit group is also holding a virtual Snowball 5K on Dec. 19. To register for the Online Giving Tree, click or tap here.
Morganโs Wonderland opens first inclusive field
SAN ANTONIO โ Morganโs Wonderland is once again ensuring that everyone can play together by teaming up with the YMCA on Sunday to open its first ever inclusive field. The field allows anyone, regardless of their physical or mental ability, to play on it. According to a statement by the park, the field is capable of hosting baseball and softball games. You can watch the full story in the video player above. Related: Morganโs Wonderland celebrates 10th anniversary with virtual gala
This virtual program aims to help family members, caregivers dealing with people who suffer from Alzheimerโs
The advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies. Morganโs Wonderland may be closed due to the pandemic, but that doesnโt mean you canโt stay connected to the park and the resources it provides. Following the success of the parkโs virtual Memory Matters Meetup program, the park is now launching MemorAbility, a virtual program for family members and caregivers of individuals with special needs who may also be dealing with Alzheimerโs disease-related dementias. Many of the staff members are Dementia Friends certified through Dementia Friends USA, an organization that advocates in changing the way people think, act and talk about dementia.
Weekend plans? This Halloween drive-thru event is set for Saturday
Parents, if you need something fun to do with the kids, thereโs a fun and safe drive-thru event coming up. The people at Morganโs Wonderland invite you to join them for a Halloween Drive-Thru on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Morganโs Wonderland, the worldโs first fully inclusive, ultra-accessible nonprofit theme park, is currently closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Donations can be dropped off inside Morganโs Wonderland Welcome Center, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Morganโs Wonderland staff and volunteers will be following COVID-19 CDC guidelines.
Nonprofitโs new sports complex to offer 28 courts for people of all ages, abilities
The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies. While Morganโs Wonderland made the difficult decision to close for the remainder of the 2020 season due to COVID-19, that included delaying the grand opening of Morganโs Wonderland Sports. Morganโs Wonderland Sports is a three-acre ultra-accessible sports complex, offering fitness and fun for athletes of all ages and all abilities, the group said. โItโs the latest addition to our growing โfamilyโ of ultra-accessible, fully inclusive facilities for those with and without special needs,โ said Gordon Hartman, CEO and founder of Morganโs Wonderland. โJust like Morganโs Wonderland, we are ultra-inclusive and we all about inclusion," said Brooke Matula, recreation therapy director for Morganโs Wonderland Sports.
Morganโs Wonderland celebrates a decade of difference with this virtual gala Friday
So while the park is closed for now, that doesnโt mean you canโt lend a hand. Morganโs Wonderland Inclusion Foundation, a new nonprofit, will coordinate fundraising and planning among all Morganโs Wonderland-associated projects for years to come, including The MAC (Multi-Assistance Center), the group said. [RELATED: โCaptain Inclusionโ promotes superpowers of kindness and acceptance for kids at home]The closure of the nonprofit parks will have a dramatic economic impact โ a loss estimated at more than $1.3 million, according to Morganโs Wonderland. Click here for more details on how you can support this mission of inclusion, or simply text MWCHEERS to 797979 to donate today. During the virtual gala through Sunday, if you enter the promo code MWCHEERS in the Favor app, you can get free service from the delivery company.
Morganโs Wonderland celebrates 10th anniversary with virtual gala
Morganโs Wonderland, the worldโs first fully inclusive, ultra-accessible nonprofit theme park, is closed due to the pandemic, and had to cancel its annual in-person fundraising gala. But regardless of the COVID-19 pandemic, Morganโs Wonderland has decided to gather together -- well, apart, but together -- for its annual gala. Whether youโre joining the virtual event or want to get involved in another way, hereโs the inside scoop on what to expect for this yearโs โCheers to Ten Yearsโ virtual gala. โThe success of Morganโs Wonderland has generated many new exciting ventures for us to help our friends with special needs,โ said Ron Morander, CEO of Morganโs Wonderland. Morganโs Wonderland Inclusion Foundation (MWIF), a new nonprofit, will coordinate fundraising and planning among all Morganโs Wonderland-associated projects for years to come, including The MAC (Multi-Assistance Center), the group said.
KSAT Community spotlight: Morganโs Wonderland โCheers to Ten Yearsโ virtual gala
SAN ANTONIO โ Mark your calendars, youโre invited to Morganโs Wonderland โCheers to Ten Yearsโ Virtual Gala! This year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Morganโs Wonderland has decided to gather together apart for its annual gala. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Morganโs Wonderland made the difficult decision to remain closed for the remainder of 2020. Morgan's WonderlandโAs a nonprofit organization, Morganโs Wonderland relies on our community to support us in growing our mission of inclusion,โ said Gordon Hartman, founder of Morganโs Wonderland. โYour generosity will benefit our new Morganโs Wonderland Inclusion Foundation (MWIF), which has been created to support the entire Morganโs Wonderland โfamilyโ including Morganโs Wonderland, Morganโs Inspiration Island, Morganโs Wonderland Sports, Morganโs Wonderland Camp and the Multi-Assistance Center at Morganโs Wonderland or The MAC,โ Hartman said.
Limited slots remain open for Morganโs Wonderland blood drive
SAN ANTONIO โ Day 1 of the Morganโs Wonderland blood drive is complete, and organizers hope to have just as good a turnaround for the driveโs second day. The blood drive is in partnership with the South Texas Blood and Tissue Center (STBTC). Morganโs Wonderland staff members say they know this is a community need with which they can assist. "Due to COVID-19, right now giving blood and donating blood is extremely important to our community," Morgan's Wonderland Chief Missions Officer Brooke Kearney said. Click here for the link to sign up for the blood drive.
Morgans Wonderland founder, executive donate plasma at South Texas Blood & Tissue Center after recovering from COVID-19
SAN ANTONIO The South Texas Blood & Tissue Center announced today that the founder of Morgans Wonderland and a park executive donated plasma on Wednesday to help the San Antonio community combat COVID-19. The center is the only organization in the area collecting convalescent plasma that can be transfused directly to patients with COVID-19. The community blood center has supplied more than 6,000 convalescent plasma doses to patients in area hospitals to date. The average convalescent plasma donation provides enough for three doses, and a donor can give every four days. Limited slots remain open for Morgans Wonderland blood driveThe blood center is taking donations by appointment only at the Donor Pavilion in San Antonio and its donor room in Victoria.
Morgan Wonderlands mascot has a very important message for people of all ages
The advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies. SAN ANTONIO Morgans Wonderland, the worlds first fully inclusive, ultra-accessible nonprofit theme park may be closed due to the pandemic, but that hasnt stopped the park from sharing its mission of inclusion, friendship and kindness. Morgans Wonderland mascot Professor Flutterwing, portrayed by Schedel Luitjen, along with his colleague Dr. Kindly, shared ways in which everyone -- all ages and abilities -- can be ambassadors of kindness. I study kindness in the world in human beings or in creatures in the animal kingdom, Luitjen said.
Morgans Wonderland aims to deliver joy despite parks closure
SAN ANTONIO Morgans Wonderland, an amusement park for individuals with mental and physical disabilities, is not letting the current health crisis stop them from delivering joy to families this summer. The parks Delivering Joy team started arriving at the homes of program nominees the week of July 20. The team, led by the parks butterfly mascot, Joy, began making its rounds to homes in the area to uplift spirts with entertainment. On May 28, we announced the difficult-but-necessary decision to close Morgans Wonderland for the rest of 2020, Hartman said in a press release. We received so many heartfelt messages that inspired us to think out of the box, outside the park, to go beyond Morgans Wonderland.
Nonprofit provides free Memory Matters Meet-ups for Alzheimers disease patients, caregivers
SAN ANTONIO Morgans Wonderland, the worlds first fully inclusive, ultra-accessible nonprofit theme park is closed due to the pandemic, but that doesnt mean you cant stay connected to the park. To help the community feel included at home, Morgans Wonderland hosts a free program -- Memory Matters Meet-up -- twice a month for people who have been diagnosed with Alzheimers disease-related dementias and their caregivers. Individuals with Alzheimers disease-related dementias engage in socialization activities online, as well as presentations and information provided for caregivers, said Morgans Wonderland edutainment director Nikki Young. We want to provide that support service.Caregivers and those who are dealing with Alzheimers disease-related dementias will engage in a series of educational sessions presented by the Alzheimers Association. Technology has actually brought more people together for this program.In addition to Zoom meetups, all ages and all abilities can enjoy entertaining and educational videos about inclusion and friendship through the Morgans Wonderland YouTube channel.
Captain Inclusion promotes superpowers of kindness and acceptance for kids at home
Although closed for the remainder of the 2020 season due to COVID-19, Morgans Wonderland remains focused on sharing its mission of inclusion. Morgans Wonderland is a fully inclusive and ultra-accessible theme park for individuals of all ages and abilities. To help spread cheer and positivity during this unprecedented time, Captain Inclusion (aka David Pitts) and Joy the butterfly are ambassadors of goodwill at the park. SA Live kicks off new series, Inclusion Tuesday with Morgans Wonderland to help connect with children at homeMorgans (Wonderland) emphasizes superpowers like kindness, friendship, acceptance and, of course, my personal favorite, inclusion -- thats why they call me Captain Inclusion, Pitts said. Everybody is included at Morgans Wonderland.With the park closed, the group has pivoted to offer more virtual activations, conversations and events.
As seen on SA Live - Tuesday, July 14, 2020
SAN ANTONIO Today at 1 p.m. on SA Live, Inclusion Tuesday with Morgans Wonderland, Try It Tuesday with Mike & Fionas dogs, a slow-moving sloth youll be fast friends with, advice for sports collectors and more. Share your canine movie picks on the @SALiveKSAT Facebook and Twitter pages, and dont forget to follow us on Instagram! Morgans Wonderland shares a new program to deliver joy to doorsteps across the San Antonio area. SA Live airs weekdays at 1 p.m. on KSAT 12. Stream the show anytime from the KSAT TV app on Roku, Fire Stick, your smart TV or your smartphone.
How to send joy to those you love
SAN ANTONIO A local nonprofit amusement park may be closed for the rest of the year due to COVID-19, but that doesnt mean it cant deliver joy. Morgans Wonderland is bringing the happy to the front doors of people in San Antonio who need a lift during this pandemic through the Delivering Joy program. Delivering Joy is one of our new programs and we are really excited about it, Kearney said. One of our favorite things is when people come to the park is the joy we see in our guests faces, and one of the biggest things is when they get to meet Joy, our butterfly mascot, we wanted to bring Joy to you.To nominate someone for a Joy the Butterfly visit, click here. Each Delivering Joy visit will be unique to the level of joy needed by each individual, said Nikki Young, the parks director of entertainment.
Morgans Wonderland focused on Delivering Joy to those who need it most
SAN ANTONIO Right now, we could all use a little joy in our lives and Morgans Wonderland wants to do just that to those who need it the most. The Delivering Joy team is now accepting nominations for people who may need something uplifting in their lives right now. Our doors may be currently closed, but were committed to safely delivering joy to the front doors of our friends who need it most, park founder Gordon Hartman said. Morgans Wonderland sculpture symbolizes bright future on 10-year anniversaryEach special visit will be different and unique. You can go to the parks website to nominate a person needing some joy in their lives and beginning the week of July 20 the Delivering Joy team will start making visits.
SA Live kicks off new series, Inclusion Tuesday with Morgans Wonderland to help connect with children at home
The advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. SAN ANTONIO Morgans Wonderland made the difficult but necessary decision during the pandemic to close the park for the rest of the 2020 season. Gordon Hartman, founder of Morgans Wonderland and Morgans dad, and his team have been brainstorming ways to go beyond wonderland and still help everyone at home while staying safe together. Morgans Wonderland has been a nonprofit, accessible theme park in San Antonio for guests of all ages and abilities throughout the past 25 years -- and it became the worlds first theme park designed with special-needs individuals in mind and built for everyones enjoyment. In each Inclusion Tuesday feature on SA Live, Hartman, a friend of Morgans Wonderland, will discuss some fun ways kids can stay connected with the park during the pandemic.
As seen on SA Live - Tuesday, June 23
SAN ANTONIO Inclusion Tuesday is all about making everyone feel welcome and accepted. SA Live is teaming up with Morgans Wonderland to teach you and the kiddos about tough topics and understanding differences. Have a happy Tuesday, San Antonio! And be sure to stop in on the SA Live Facebook and Twitter pages to let us know your outdoor summer plans. Stream the show anytime from the KSAT TV app on Roku, Fire Stick, your smart TV or your smartphone.
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