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This community building begins with a magical, all-expenses-paid five-day journey to Walt Disney World ® . Beyond the initial trip, Bert’s Big Adventure provides year-round support for the child’s lifetime and beyond through initiatives such as Family Reunion Adventures, exclusive events that strengthen lifelong connections among families, and the Fairy Godparent Volunteer Program , which provides daily visitors, warm meals, and activities to families during hospital stays. Additionally, in the heartbreaking event that a child passes away, the organization steps in to fully cover the expenses of end-of-life services.
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Join #BertsBigAdventure for our November Town Hall on Tuesday, November 10th, at 12 p.m. with @mollybba! Can’t make it? Check out our Bert’s Big Adventure Facebook page to re-watch this month.

@gas_south is more than a partner to Bert’s Big Adventure. They’re family! 💜 Since 2017, their generosity has helped us create magical moments and year-round support for children with chronic and terminal illnesses and their families. Did you know? Gas South has donated more than $1 million to our mission, helping make more dreams come true! You can support our mission, too! With Gas South’s OnePrice Plan®, enjoy one monthly payment, no deposit required, and $50 in bill credits when you sign up with promo code BERT! 💜 Click the link in our bio to sign up. 📸 by @amandacokerweiss

Happy Halloween from our #BertsBigAdventure kiddos!

And the Winner of the 2026 Audi A3 Is… Savannah J.! You’re the proud new owner of a luxurious 2026 Audi A3! Thanks to the incredible generosity of our Bert’s Big Adventure community, we raised $120,400 to help create more magical moments for children with chronic and terminal illnesses and their families. Every ticket purchased helped make a difference, and we’re so grateful to everyone who participated! A heartfelt THANK YOU to our friends at @audiatlanta for making this incredible raffle possible, and to @qmornings and @q997atlanta for helping us share the excitement! Together, we’re making magic happen for our Bert’s Big Adventure families, one unforgettable moment at a time.

👻 Trick or treat? 🎃 We’ll take the TREAT! This Halloween, our kiddos are bringing the magic in their costumes, their giggles, and their big imaginations! ✨ And what’s the perfect treat for all that spooky-season fun? A NERDS Milkshake from @realzaxbys! 🍬 Treat yourself to something sweet, and together with Zaxbys, everyone can help create even more magical moments for children with chronic and terminal illnesses and their families.

🚗💜 As of 12:45pm, your odds are 1 in 851. Could it be YOU? Today is your LAST CHANCE to win a brand-new 2026 Audi A3 from @audiatlanta. 🎟️ $100 per ticket ⏰ Enter by 5pm TODAY 🌟 Winner announced Friday, Oct. 30th, at 7am on @qmornings Your chance to win big helps bring a little extra magic to children with chronic and terminal illnesses and their families. ✨ 🎟️ Click link in our bio to enter or comment 🚗

LAST CHANCE TO DRIVE AWAY IN A BRAND-NEW AUDI A3! 🚗 Enter by 5pm TODAY for your chance to WIN a 2026 Audi A3 Sedan Premium quattro® from @audiatlanta, valued at more than $45,000! 🤩 🎟️ $100 per ticket ⏰ Deadline: Today, Oct. 28th, at 5pm or until sold out 🌟 Winner announced Friday, Oct. 30th, at 7am on @qmornings! 🔗 Click the link in our bio or comment 🚗 One ticket. One luxury sedan. A world of difference for our kids.

Two days left to enter to WIN a brand-new 2026 Audi A3 Sedan Premium quattro® from @audiatlanta, valued at more than $45,000! 🚗💜 🎟️ Tickets: $100 ⏰ Enter by: Oct. 28th at 5pm or until sold out 🌟 Winner announced: Oct. 30th at 7am on @qmornings Your chance to win could make a world of difference for a Bert’s Big Adventure kiddo! ✨ Click the link in our bio to enter or comment 🚗 and we’ll send you the link!

✨ A night of fashion, community, and love! 💜 For the 12th year in a row, @avaloninsider and Bert’s Big Adventure came together for Noon to Night: A Fall Fashion Benefit, and thanks to YOU, we raised a record-breaking $165,000 for our incredible kiddos and their families! 🎉 Your generosity makes magical adventures possible for children with chronic and terminal illnesses and helps ensure our families continue to feel the love and support of the Bert’s Big Adventure community long after they return home from @waltdisneyworld. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for showing up, giving back, and making a lasting difference. 💜✨ 🎥 @mastersofvisualarts 📸 @xxiiiphoto

🦸‍♂️💜 We’re celebrating National Cape Day at @childrensatl’s Scottish Rite with our best bud, Hudson! This little superhero has braved over 200 days in the hospital this past year alone. His courage, strength, and determination deserve to be celebrated every single day! 💪✨ But behind every superhero is a team of incredible heroes, too! 💜 Hudson is surrounded by a whole family of superheroes who stand by his side through every battle, cheering him on every step of the way. Today, we’re celebrating Hudson AND his amazing mom, Nichole! Please join us in wishing her the happiest of birthdays! She deserves all the love today and always. 💜🦸‍♀️

🚨 ONE WEEK LEFT! Your chance to win a brand-new 2026 Audi A3 Sedan from @audiatlanta is almost over! Click the link in our bio or comment 🚗 and we’ll send you the link directly. Meet Your Next Dream Ride: The 2026 Audi A3! ✨ 🏁 Performance: Turbocharged power + quattro® all-wheel drive for a smooth, confident ride. 🖤 Luxury: Sleek styling, premium comfort, and a modern interior. 📱 Tech-Savvy: Digital displays and smart driver-assistance features to keep you connected on the go. 💨 Stylish, powerful, and ready for every adventure! For $100 ticket, you can drive away in a brand-new 2026 Audi A3 from Audi Atlanta while supporting Bert’s Big Adventure and bringing magical moments, comfort, and joy to children with chronic and terminal illnesses and their families. ✨ One ticket. One incredible ride. A whole lot of magic!

One of our favorite parts of every Family Reunion Adventure is catching up with our Bert’s Big Adventure families and celebrating all the exciting things happening in their lives! And this reunion at Zoo Atlanta was full of sweet milestones, exciting updates, and moments that made our hearts smile. 📸 by @cassandrayoung Raynel, who joined us on our 2016 Walt Disney World trip and earned the title of Best Smile, showed off his super cool standing wheelchair! It helps him incorporate physical activity into his daily routine, and we love seeing him find new ways to keep moving, growing, and doing the things he loves. 📸 by @sarahesther We’re so honored to hava been a part of Raynel’s life for the past decade and to celebrate all the milestones along his way! 👏 These are the moments that remind us the magic of Disney is just the beginning our forever community. 💜 📸 by @cassandrayoung A heartfelt thank you to @gas_south for helping fuel our reunions! 💜

Our Fall Family Reunion Adventure was wild in the best way at @zooatl! 🐘🦒🦍 🐅 This year, we’ve reunited nearly 800 members of our Bert’s Big Adventure family across three Reunion Adventures, and every hug, laugh, and memory reminds us that the magic continues after Disney. From running into each other’s arms for warm hugs to catching up and getting up close with adorable animal friends, these reunions celebrate the forever family that continues to show up for one another, year after year. 💜 Thanks to the generosity of @gassouth and supporters like YOU, we can continue building meaningful connections and creating unforgettable memories through our year-round programs. We can’t wait to make more memories together at our Holiday Reunion! ✨ 🎥 by @mastersofvisualarts

Long after Disney, our Bert’s Big Adventure community continues to show up for one another. 💜 From life’s unforgettable milestones, like Ayden’s Art Exhibit at the @highmuseumofart, to the moments when a family simply needs a hug, our community is there through it all. 📸 by @cassandrayoung Ayden was surrounded by so much love during his Worlds of Wonder art exhibit at the @highmuseumofart! Friends, family, and fellow Bert’s Big Adventure kiddos who share his passion for creativity came together to celebrate Ayden and the magic of art in all its beautiful forms. ✨ 📸 by @amandacokerweiss A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who showed up to celebrate Ayden and his incredible creativity! 💜 📸 by @cassandrayoung This is what Bert’s Big Adventure is all about: building a year-round community where families can lean on one another, celebrate life’s special moments, and always know they’re never alone. 📸 by @cassandrayoung Scroll through to check out some of our favorite moments from this unforgettable day! 🎨✨ 📸 by @amandacokerweiss 📸 by @amandacokerweiss 📸 by @cassandrayoung 📸 by @cassandrayoung 📸 by @cassandrayoung 📸 by @amandacokerweiss 📸 by @amandacokerweiss 📸 by @amandacokerweiss 📸 by @amandacokerweiss 📸 by @amandacokerweiss 📸 by @cassandrayoung 📸 by @cassandrayoung 📸 by @amandacokerweiss 📸 by @amandacokerweiss

It’s a win-win! 💜 Feel good driving away in a brand-new 2026 Audi A3 Sedan from @audiatlanta while knowing you created magic for kiddos with chronic and terminal illnesses. 🎟️ Tickets: $100 each ⏰ Deadline: 10/28 at 5pm (or until tickets sell out!) 📣 Winner Announced: 10/30 at 7am on @qmornings 🔗 Raffle link in bio

Fast forward to Ayden’s grand @highmuseumofart debut! 🎨💜 Friends and family gathered to celebrate as Ayden’s incredible artwork took its place on the museum walls. From the red carpet to a creative scavenger hunt, the evening was filled with laughter, love and proud moments. As Ayden’s dad, @atbowen, shared, “So what we hope Ayden gets out of tonight is how his artwork brings everybody together, and it ain’t about a disability.” And that’s exactly what happened. Art brought everyone together! 💜 A heartfelt thank-you to the High Museum of Art for celebrating Ayden’s incredible talent and inspiring him to keep sharing his masterpieces with the world! 🎥 by @mastersofvisualarts

Help us wish the happiest birthday to our very own @lala_bertsbigadventure, Manager of Corporate Partnerships! Every day, Lala works her magic to raise funds for our families, build meaningful relationships with our corporate partners, and bring our mission to life. She is such a beautiful light in our office, and we are beyond grateful for the heart, passion, and joy she brings to everything she does! Let’s send her all the birthday love and help make her day as amazing as she is! Happy Birthday, Lala! 💜

Ayden joined the Bert’s Big Adventure family in February 2026, when he embarked on the adventure of a lifetime to Walt Disney World alongside other incredible kiddos who understand what it’s like to face challenges that many children never have to experience. 📸 by @sarahesther For Ayden, the trip was filled with magical moments that helped bring him out of his shell, build his confidence and share his passion for art with others who understand that while life can bring difficult moments, the determination to pursue what you love should always prevail. 📸 by @cassandrayoung Ayden was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy at just nine months old. Because of a family history of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, his mom, Brandi, had him tested early. When the results came back positive, it allowed him to begin therapy early, a true gift of time many families don’t receive. Ayden understands his diagnosis. When others ask, he simply explains, “Everyone is born different.” When the world feels heavy, Ayden finds comfort in art. Creating gives him space to express what he cannot always put into words and reminds him that while Duchenne may shape his body, it does not define his imagination. 📸 by @cassandrayoung When we shared Ayden’s story with our friends at the @highmuseumofart, they immediately jumped at the chance to showcase his work and help share his gift with the world. 📸 by @amandacokerweiss Natali Johnson, Chief Communications Officer at the High Museum of Art, surprised Ayden and his family at the 2026 Bert’s Big Adventure Send-Off Celebration with the incredible news that his masterpieces would be featured in a special installation at the High Museum in Midtown Atlanta. Ayden was in shock! 📸 by @amandacokerweiss @bertshowbert said, “Your artwork is going up next to Monet!” What followed was an artist’s dream come true: a grand opening night created just for Ayden, surrounded by his family and 50 of his closest friends. The evening featured his artwork on display, light bites and refreshments, and most importantly, a celebration of his incredible talent. 📸 by @amandacokerweiss Among those celebrating Ayden was Jennifer, a Bert’s Bi

A Wild Family Reunion Adventure at Zoo Atlanta fueled by @gas_south! Nearly 290 family members came together. (including five families who traveled from Florida, Virginia, Indiana, Tennessee, and Alabama) for a day filled with wild adventures, big hugs, belly laughs, and plenty of animal magic! 📸 by @amandacokerweiss Our families got up close with incredible animals and enjoyed some of the zoo’s favorite attractions from feeding giraffes at Twiga Terrace and riding the Endangered Species Carousel to hopping aboard the Norfolk Southern Zoo Train and making new furry friends at Outback Station. 📸 by @cassandrayoung 📸 by @cassandrayoung One of our favorite parts of every Family Reunion Adventure is reconnecting with our Bert’s Big Adventure families! And this reunion? It was filled with so many exciting updates, sweet milestones, and wonderful moments worth celebrating! 📸 by @cassandrayoung Raynel, who joined us on our 2016 trip, showed us his super cool standing wheelchair, which helps him incorporate physical exercise into his day. We love seeing our kiddos find new ways to pursue the things that bring them joy and keep them moving forward. 📸 by @cassandrayoung Peyton, who joined us on our 2019 trip, is building an amazing online community through his love of video games. After a late night of gaming, Peyton reunited with Bert and Kristin and completely amazed her with how much he has grown into an incredible young man. 📸 by @amandacokerweiss Savanna Hall was the perfect place to kick off our wild day! Our families gathered across two levels and terraces overlooking the African Savanna, where three incredible elephants welcomed us. 📸 by @amandacokerweiss We surprised Sky, who joined us on our 2025 trip, with the most decadent chocolate cake for her 8th birthday! The whole room erupted in happy birthday cheers as we celebrated this special milestone with her. 📸 by @sarahesther 📸 by @sarahesther Each kiddo received an adorable lion wearing a Bert’s Big Adventure t-shirt, along with @gas_south sunglasses, ready to take on their wild day! 📸 by @amandacokerweiss 📸 by @amandacokerweiss From little ones riding the zoo train to co

Join #BertsBigAdventure for our October Town Hall on Tuesday, October 6th, at 12 p.m. with @lala_bertsbigadventure & @caitlinbba! Can’t make it? Check out our Bert’s Big Adventure Facebook page to re-watch this month.

🚗 Win a key to an Audi A3! 🚗 We’re teaming up with @audiatlanta to give one lucky winner the keys to a 2026 Audi A3 Sedan Premium quattro®, valued at more than $45,000 MSRP! 🎟️ Tickets: $100 ⏰ Enter by Oct. 28th at 5 PM or until sold out 🏆 Winner announced Oct. 30th at 7 AM on @qmornings And the best part? Your ticket helps make magic possible. 💜 Every purchase supports Bert’s Big Adventure and our year-round mission to create life-changing experiences for children with chronic and terminal illnesses and their families. 🔗 Raffle link in bio or comment 🚗 and we’ll send you the link!

Check out this sneak peek of our Fall Family Reunion Adventure! 🦁🐘💜 The mood all day long was Hakuna Matata thanks to our incredible friends at @zooatl and @gas_south! I mean… there were lions, tigers, and elephants, oh my! 🐯✨ From warm hugs to belly laughs, it was a day filled with sweet reunions, unforgettable memories, and plenty of animal encounters. There’s nothing quite like bringing our #BertsBigAdventure family back together for a day of smiles, laughter, and a little wild adventure! 🦒

Hudson joined our Bert’s Big Adventure family when he was just 5 years old, and now we’re celebrating his 9th birthday! 💜 Our good friends at @southernbelleprincessparties made his birthday extra special, bringing Woody and Buzz to life for a little dancing, lots of smiles, and a much-needed break from the hospital routine. There’s nothing quite like dancing along to “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” with some of your favorite characters! Hudson has spent so much of this past year in the hospital, with only about a month at home. Through it all, his courage and resilience continue to amaze us. It melts our hearts that Woody and Buzz could celebrate the incredible kiddo he is and give him a moment to simply be a kid on his birthday. His mom, Nichole, said it best: “This year, you’ve fought battles that would bring any mama to her knees. We’ve spent months in hospital rooms, prayed through some of the scariest moments of our lives, and celebrated victories that most people might never understand. And now, here we are, celebrating NINE YEARS of YOU. Your smiles, your laughter, your favorite movies, your love for football, your sweet little personality, and those precious moments when you reach for me and remind me that all the hard days are worth it.” Happy 9th Birthday, Hudson! 💜 Your Bert’s Big Adventure family loves you so very much!

We’re always dreaming about @realzaxbys milkshakes! Every shake ordered helps create a little extra magic for incredible warriors and their families. What are you waiting for? Grab a sweet treat for the family. 📸 by @amandacokerweiss

Happy Birthday to the beautiful and wildly talented @cassandrayoung! 💜 Cassie has brought so many smiles to our Bert’s Big Adventure families, capturing the little moments that become the biggest memories. The moments of nonstop giggles, wonder, the magic and those unforgettable twinkles in our kiddos’ eyes. ✨ Her photos speak a thousand words, but more importantly, they give our families something they can take home and treasure for years to come. Swipe through to see the magic Cassie captures so beautifully and help us wish Cassie the happiest birthday! She deserves all the love today and always! 🎂✨ 📸 by @cassandrayoung

💜 $1 MILLION+ in Magic! 💜 Since 2017, @gas_south has donated more than $1 million to Bert’s Big Adventure, helping create unforgettable adventures for children with chronic and terminal illnesses. Even more magical? 5% of Gas South’s profits go to helping children in need! Ready to make your everyday choice go a little further? ✨ With the OnePrice Plan®, you get one simple monthly payment, no deposit required, plus $50 in bill credits when you sign up with promo code BERT. Choose Gas South to make a magical difference: click the link in our bio. 📸 by @amandacokerweiss | @cassandrayoung

Girls just wanna have fun! 🎶 Before Noon to Night at @avaloninsider, our friends at @kendrascott, @drybarshops_atlanta, and @woodhouseavalon helped add a little extra sparkle to our already-shining stars! From glam and gorgeous hair to a little pampering, it was the ultimate girls’ day filled with laughter, confidence, and plenty of sisterly bonding. We can’t thank these incredible partners enough for creating a little extra magic and making our girlies feel as fabulous as they truly are! 📸 by @davilaphoto

✨ Another Record-Breaking Evening at @avaloninsider: Noon to Night 2026! ✨ Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters, we raised $165,000 for Bert’s Big Adventure! Check out some heartwarming highlights from the night, including Asher’s Dinosaur Debut! @kriskling walked alongside Asher, who absolutely stole the show with his dinosaur impression! With Kristin by his side, Asher was completely comfortable being himself and sharing his love of dinosaurs with the crowd. 📸 by @xxiiiphoto ✨ Sister Power: Ava and Annabelle were accompanied down the runway by @bertshowbert and longtime supporter Fred Weir from @realzaxbys. The sisters were all smiles as they made their way down the blue runway, and you could see just how beautiful and confident they felt in that moment. 📸 by @xxiiiphoto ✨Kendell’s Family Story: Kendell’s parents took the stage to share a heartfelt glimpse into their family’s journey and how meaningful it has been to have a new Bert’s Big Adventure family to lean on. Moments later, Kendell stepped onto the runway to a loud round of cheers. The love and encouragement from the crowd could be felt throughout the entire evening. 📸 by @william.henry.p ✨ Moonwalk Magic: Siah brought his signature moonwalk to the runway alongside our friend @malachijones_7 from @lululemon. 📸 by @xxiiiphoto ✨ Flower Power: Bailey strutted down the runway and with a surprise toss of flower petals into the crowd, she had everyone cheering and smiling from ear to ear. 📸 by @xxiiiphoto ✨ Strike A Pose: Jameson struck a pose with his new bestie, @colinlentzdds from @lanierfamilycosmeticdentistry. 📸 by @xxiiiphoto ✨ Peace & Love: Brooke and @jessicablackatl, better known as our resident Cinderella, brought all the good vibes with their sweetest peace signs at the end of the catwalk! 📸 by @xxiiiphoto ✨ Emcees @paulfromfox5 and @nikkyw: For the second year in a row, you brought incredible energy, charm, and personality to the stage! You kept the crowd engaged, laughing, cheering, and celebrating our kiddos every step of the way. 📸 by @xxiiiphoto ✨ Auctioneer @deanauctioneer: Your passion, generosity, and ability to rally a room are unmatched! Dean

We’re still beaming from last night’s Noon to Night at @avaloninsider! ✨💜 Let’s give one more BIG round of applause to our incredible kiddos, local celebrities, and models who lit up the blue runway! Our hearts are so full, and we truly can’t thank everyone enough who joined us, cheered on our kiddos, and helped make this special night one to remember! ✨ 📸 by @xxiiiphoto

Before the fashion show even began, we were already in complete awe! ✨ Thanks to the incredible generosity of our Noon to Night guests, $160,000 was raised during Fund the Need! 💜 There were dropped jaws, loud cheers, and so much gratitude in the room as we celebrated the selfless donors who made this incredible moment possible. What a magical way to kick off the night at @avaloninsider! ✨ Thank you for believing in our kiddos and helping make their adventures possible. 💜

Check out our supermodels! ✨ Here’s a little behind-the-scenes magic from Noon to Night at @avaloninsider. 💜 Our incredible kiddos lit up the blue runway tonight, and the crowd cheered them all night long! Their smiles said it all! Your applause made their night extra special. ✨

Brooke and Bailey are besties getting ready for their blue carpet debut! It’s almost time for Noon to Night at @avaloninsider. Thank you, @drybarshops_atlanta!

✨ Tonight’s the night! ✨Noon to Night: Fall Fashion Benefit at @avaloninsider is back! The Boulevard will transform into a chic catwalk as our incredible Bert’s Big Adventure kiddos take the blue runway alongside fashion models and local celebrities, showcasing the latest fall styles from Avalon’s premium retailers. 💜 Want to join the fun? 🎟️ GA tickets are on sale! 🛍️ Our Silent Auction is live until 9PM! ✨ Shop @kendrascott at Avalon and give back while you shop! 20% of your purchase will be donated to Bert’s Big Adventure when you mention us in store. 💻 Shopping online? Use code GIVEBACK-BBA26 at KendraScott.com. 🔗 Click the link in our bio for tickets + the Silent Auction! We can’t wait to see you tonight! 💜✨

Looking for more ways to give back during Noon to Night at @avaloninsider? Our friends at @kendrascott have been making our kiddos feel extra special for years, creating beautiful, custom pieces for them to wear during their blue carpet debut. Each piece is one-of-a-kind, just like our incredible kiddos, and has become such a meaningful part of their Noon to Night experience. And now, they’re making even more magic! 💜 From 9/17-9/20, you can shop at the Kendra Scott Avalon store or online, and 20% of your purchase will be donated back to our incredible families. Shop online: Use code GIVEBACK-BBA26 at kendrascott.com Shopping in store? Just mention Bert’s Big Adventure at checkout! GA Tickets are still on sale! Buy yours today and help us cheer on all of our incredible warriors shining bright in their new jewelry. Click the link in our bio for tickets.

As the sun begins to set, we can’t help but think of that magical golden hour at Noon to Night at @avaloninsider! Noon to Night is THIS THURSDAY, September 17th! That’s when guests take their seats, the excitement builds, and our Bert’s Big Adventure kiddos get ready to shine on the blue carpet. ✨ 🎟️ GA Tickets are still available, click the link in our bio to snag yours before they sell out! We are incredibly grateful to our generous sponsors who help make this magical night possible, including: ✨ Love, Tito’s ✨ @gas_south ✨ @woodhouseavalon ✨ @deanauctioneer ✨ Ardis Law ✨ @hotelatavalon ✨ @gallo - @hahnwines, @viaraewines & Clos de Bois ✨ @shortbarrelwhiskey ✨ @oldfourthdistillery ✨ @beerwildheaven ✨ @lapulgaspirits ✨ @drybarshops_atlanta ✨ @arhaus ✨ @thecelebratorystory ✨ And so many more!

💜 Happy Birthday, Siah! Today we’re celebrating a very special Bert’s Big Adventure kiddo whose sweet spirit brought so much joy and laughter to the trip. Siah was just six when he was diagnosed with ALL leukemia. Through some of the hardest moments, his bright personality never stopped shining. During the @waltdisneyworld adventure in February, Siah was simply being Siah, kind, caring and ready to make memories! From tying a friend’s shoes at the park to sharing a sweet moment with another kiddo who understood what it meant to face something difficult, he showed us that we’re all in this together. We’re so grateful you’re part of the Bert’s Big Adventure family and hope your birthday is filled with all the magic in the world! ✨ And you’ll get to see this birthday boy strutting down the blue carpet this Thursday at Noon to Night at @avaloninsider! 💙 Be sure to give Siah some extra birthday love when you see him! 🎥 by @saltruncreative 📸 by @themonarchstudio

✨ One last month to make your meal a little more magical! Dine at @chiringao4w or @chiringaalpha and help create unforgettable memories for #BertsBigAdventure kiddos and their families: 💜 15% of net sales donated every Tuesday 💜 Round up your check at checkout 💜 $1 donated for every Kids’ Chicken Tenders meal ordered

✨ Ready to bid on a little magic? Join our Noon to Night Online Silent Auction for FREE and score incredible items while making a meaningful difference for the kiddos and families of Bert’s Big Adventure! Click the link in our bio to register. Bidding closes on September 17th at 9pm. 💜 Tickets are on sale for our magical Noon to Night: Fall Fashion Benefit at @avaloninsider on September 17th. Snag them, before they’re sold out!

💜 Help us wish another joyous Happy Birthday to the amazing Bert’s Big Adventure kiddo, Brooke! From the moment she came into her family’s lives, Brooke has been a light and a little warrior. Diagnosed with leukemia at just two years old, she faced countless difficult days with incredible courage. When she rang that bell to celebrate the end of treatment, she showed everyone that even the smallest person can be the strongest in the room. ✨ Brooke brought that same bravery to her Bert’s Big Adventure! She took her first flight, seeing the clouds from above, and even conquered the Tower of Terror (which she called “terrible”! 😂). Brooke, your courage and strength inspire us every day. We’re so lucky you’re part of our Bert’s Big Adventure family. Happy Birthday, brave girl! 🎂 🎥 by @saltruncreative 📸 by @sarahesther

💜 Help us wish our incredible Bert’s Big Adventure kiddo, Forrest, the happiest of birthdays! Forrest is smart, endlessly curious, and completely one of a kind. One of our favorite things about Forrest is the way he embraces life on his own terms. During his @waltdisneyworld adventure back in February, he became a true leader! Forrest helped other kiddos open up, connect, and feel comfortable being exactly who they are. He reminded us that sometimes, what’s on the other side of fear really is freedom. 💜 Forrest, we hope your birthday is filled with big laughs and big adventures. We are so lucky you’re part of the Bert’s Big Adventure family! Happy Birthday, Forrest! 🎂 🎥 by @saltruncreative 📸 by @cassandrayoung

✨ Noon to Night at @avaloninsider is back on September 17th! Get ready for an unforgettable evening of fashion and heart, all in support of our Bert’s Big Adventure kiddos! 💜 The evening kicks off with a fabulous cocktail reception featuring delicious bites from Avalon’s renowned eateries, plus craft cocktails, beer, and wine... all included with your ticket! Then, get ready for an incredible fall fashion show featuring our amazing Bert’s Big Adventure kiddos as they take the blue carpet and shine bright. Click the link in our bio for tickets.

⏰ ONLY 1 DAY LEFT TO APPLY! 💜 Applications close Tuesday, September 8th! ✨ A long time ago, in a galaxy not so far away… an adventure began. And for our Bert’s Big Adventure families, that adventure is about so much more than a trip to @waltdisneyworld. ⭐️ We welcome them to a community that understands their journey, celebrates their victories, and lifts them up through the tough moments. 💜 We’re looking for the next brave young adventurers! Do you know a Georgia kiddo, ages 5-12, living with a chronic or terminal illness? Don’t wait! Apply today and let their adventure begin. May the magic (and the Force) be with you! Click the link in our bio to apply.

⏰ ONLY 5 DAYS LEFT TO APPLY! 💜 Applications close this Tuesday, September 8th! When a family joins Bert’s Big Adventure, they gain so much more than an unforgettable all-expenses-paid trip to @waltdisneyworld! They become part of a community filled with friendship, cherished memories, and lifelong support. ✨ Do you know a Georgia child, ages 5-12, living with a chronic or terminal illness who needs a little extra magic? We’d love to hear their story! Click the link in our bio to apply.

Living Life the Gunner Way! 💜 Check out this highlight video from Gunner’s very first vlog on 3G Adventures! 🎥 For the full adventure, click the link in our bio and subscribe to his YouTube channel! A BIG thank you to our incredible friends at @thirdeyeproducers, @woodsboundoutdoors, @paperboymediagroup, and @thinkdunes for helping make Gunner’s dreams come true. 💜 This is just the beginning of his adventures, and we can’t wait to see where he goes next! Happy Birthday, Gunner! Your Bert’s Big Adventure family loves you! 💜

Happy Birthday, Gunner! 💜 Gunner’s adventurous spirit is loved by so many, and today, we’re celebrating the incredible adventurer that is Gunner! 🥳 And what better way to celebrate than with the worldwide premiere of Gunner’s very first professionally produced YouTube vlog! 🎂 Today, September 3rd, at 12pm. Join us as Gunner takes us along for the adventure! 🏕️✨ 🎥 by @saltruncreative

✨ On Thursday, September 17th, Noon to Night at @avaloninsider is more than a fashion show… it’s a celebration of some of the bravest, strongest and most incredible kiddos we know! We’re very excited to celebrate and cheer on Annabelle, Asher, Ava, Bailey, Brooke, Jameson, Kendell, Lani, Manny & Siah! 🌟 They’ve faced challenges no child should have to face, and on this special night, the spotlight belongs to them. 💜 Let’s fill the blue carpet with cheers, smiles and love! Your ticket helps create Big Adventures and magical moments of joy year-round for deserving kiddos and their families. ✨ Drop a 💜 in the comments and we’ll send you the ticket link, or click the link in our bio! 🎥 by @saltruncreative

Join #BertsBigAdventure for our September Town Hall on Tuesday, September 1st, at 12 p.m. with @sheridanbba! Can’t make it? Check out our Bert’s Big Adventure Facebook page to re-watch this month.

Living Life the Gunner Way! 💜 When Gunner joined the Bert’s Big Adventure family and was whisked away to @waltdisneyworld in 2026, we knew his adventurous spirit would take him far beyond the magic of Disney! From the very first time we met him, it was clear that Gunner was born to explore. Now, he’s taking that passion to the next level with his very own outdoor adventure YouTube channel! 🎥🏕️ When we shared Gunner’s dream with our friends at @thirdeyeproducers, @woodsboundoutdoors, @paperboymediagroup, and the @thinkdunes, they all came together to help make his dream to stream a reality! 💜 🎬 The adventure begins Thursday, September 3rd at 12pm EST with Gunner’s worldwide @youtube debut! Get ready to Live Life the Gunner Way! 🚀 🎥 by @saltruncreative 📸 by @amandacokerweiss

Since 2015, our incredible Bert’s Big Adventure kiddos have sparked and vogued down the blue carpet, and YOU have been there cheering them on, celebrating their courage, confidence, and undeniable cuteness. 💜✨ On September 17th, the magic returns to the blue carpet at Noon to Night: Fall Fashion Benefit at @avaloninsider! Watch our amazing kiddos take center stage, celebrate their incredible spirits, and help us create even more unforgettable smiles. 👏✨ 🎟️ Click the link in our bio for tickets.

Just 2 Weeks Left to Apply! ✨ What if this February, your family could be whisked away on a magical, all-expenses-paid, 5-day adventure to @waltdisneyworld? 🏰 If you know an incredible child that lives in Georgia, ages 5-12, with a chronic or terminal illness, we’d love to hear their story. Apply for your family or nominate a deserving kiddo who could use a little extra Disney magic. ⏰ Applications are due September 8th! 👉 Click the link in our bio to apply or nominate.

You turned ice cream into magic! ✨Thanks to your incredible support on @haagendazs_us Day, we raised more than $9,000 for Bert’s Big Adventure families in just ONE day! 💜 Every scoop, sundae, shake, and cake helped create more magic for the children and families we serve. ✨ A BIG thank you to Häagen-Dazs and everyone who stopped by for a sweet treat. Together, you made a BIG difference! 🍨 📸 by @amandacokerweiss

Just ask Ayden, when you go to @waltdisneyworld with #BertsBigAdventure, everything will become your favorite! ✨🏰 Applications are due September 8th (that’s less than 3 weeks away)! Help us find a brave warrior between the ages of 5-12 with a chronic or terminal illness and give them their favorite ride, magical moments, and a community will always love and support them. 💜 Click the link in our bio to apply!

Nothing beats a pool day... especially with a poolside lunch from @realzaxbys! ☀ Between the delicious Zax Mealz and their frosty milkshakes that give back to #BertsBigAdventure families with every shake ordered, every bite and sip made the day even sweeter. It was the perfect break between splashes during our Summer Family Reunion Adventure! 💜 📸 by @cassandrayoung | @sarahesther | @amandacokerweiss

Happy birthday to the incredibly amazing Kendell! During her @waltdisneyworld adventure, Princess Ariel and Belle spotted Kendell in the crowd and picked her to meet them! Talk about a real-life fairy tale! 🎂Happy Birthday, Kendell! We hope your special day is filled with princess magic, pink and purple, music, dancing, and plenty of moments as magical as you are! 🎥 by @saltruncreative

We learn something new every day from our courageous #BertsBigAdventure kiddos, and with @edisonpreptutoring, your student can learn more, too! 📚 Preparing for the SAT or ACT? Boost scores, unlock scholarship opportunities, and support deserving kids and their families along the way! Register for an Edison Prep group class or tutoring package: ✅ Save $50 on enrollment ✅ Edison Prep donates $50 back to Bert’s Big Adventure 🔗 Link in our bio or drop 📚 in the comments and we’ll send you the link. It’s a win-win for your family and ours! 💜

☀️ School may be back in session, but we’re NOT ready to say goodbye to summer just yet! Let’s throw it back to our Summer Family Reunion Adventure at @lifetime.life Sandy Springs! Fueled by our besties at @gas_south, nearly 300 smiling faces reunited for one last epic splash bash of the summer. From sweet treats from @realzaxbys, @akakonaice, and @travelintomscoffee, to waterslides and dance parties with DJ Jobe, it was a day packed with laughter, connection, and ALL the summer fun! And because no adventure is complete without a little extra flair, every family member went home with a custom hat designed by our friends at @buttonitup. 🧢 Our reunions are made possible by the generous hearts and continued support of our amazing sponsors, Fairy Godparent volunteers, @q997atlanta, @ecotechatl, and the incredible photo and video team who helped capture every unforgettable moment. 💜 🎥 by @saltruncreative

📚 And that’s a wrap on the first week back to school! We caught up with some of our Bert’s Big Adventure families, and from Kindergarten to Senior Year, we already know our kiddos are going to ace it all! For some of our kiddos, the first day of school looked a little different this year: 💻 Korbin kicked off his first day of school with determination! Even with an appointment that morning, he didn’t miss a beat and still logged on for his virtual classes! 🎒 @greysonsjourneywithalpha1 and his sisters had a BIG first day! They started public school for the very first time! After Greyson’s liver transplant two years ago, his family chose to homeschool to protect his health. Now that Greyson is healthy and thriving, they’re ready to take on this new adventure together! We couldn’t be prouder of each and every one of our Bert’s Big Adventure families. Here’s to new classrooms, new friends, big dreams, and the best school year yet! 🎒

✨ The countdown is on! ✨Applications for our all-expenses-paid, 5-day @waltdisneyworld adventure in February 2027 close September 8th, and it’ll be here before you know it! 🏰 If you know a child that lives in Georgia between the ages 5-12 with a chronic or terminal illness, we’d be honored to hear their story. 💫 Click the link in our bio to apply for your own family or nominate an incredible kiddo who deserves a little Disney magic. Don’t wait! This application could change everything. 💜

Join #BertsBigAdventure for our August Town Hall on Tuesday, August 4th, at 12 p.m. with @caitlinbba! Can’t make it? Check out our Bert’s Big Adventure Facebook page to re-watch this month.

It is with tremendous sadness and hearts full of love that we share the passing of 12-year-old Rowan Rieve on July 28, 2026. 💜 In February 2026, Rowan and his incredible family became part of the Bert’s Big Adventure family. While his time with us was far too short, the impact he made will be felt forever. Diagnosed with Medulloblastoma at just eight years old, Rowan endured brain surgeries, proton radiation, chemotherapy, and later a diagnosis of Li-Fraumeni Syndrome. Through every challenge, he faced the impossible with extraordinary courage. But Rowan never let his diagnosis define him. What defined him was his heart. He was thoughtful beyond his years, endlessly kind, and always looking for ways to help others. After learning about federal cuts to pediatric brain tumor research, Rowan and his friends organized a neighborhood lemonade stand that raised $22.25 for childhood cancer research. That simple act of generosity inspired thousands, including an anonymous donor whose gift of more than $100,000 honored Rowan’s compassion and created hope for children facing cancer. That same kindness shined brightly during Bert’s Big Adventure. One unforgettable moment came when he gently helped five-year-old Asher overcome his nerves and meet Chip and Dale, turning fear into a magical memory. As his mother, Charlan, wrote during the trip, “Your kindness is evident to all who know you.” Rowan’s courage inspired us. His generosity challenged us to be better. His kindness reminded us that even the smallest acts of compassion can change lives. Our hearts are with his parents, Charlan and Robert, his younger brother Jacob, Aunt Tywanna, and everyone who loved him. Please keep Rowan’s family in your thoughts and prayers. His legacy of courage, generosity, and love will continue to inspire everyone who was blessed to know him. Bert’s Big Adventure is forever better because Rowan was part of it. 💜 A celebration of Rowan’s life will be held on Saturday, August 1, at 2pm (visitation begins at 1pm) at Buford Presbyterian Church in Sugar Hill. The service will also be livestreamed on YouTube. Link in our bio.

☀️ These smiles say it all! Check out a few favorite moments from Bert’s Big Adventure’s Summer Family Reunion Adventure! 💜 Nearly 60 families (300+ family members!) gathered at @lifetime.life in Sandy Springs for a day filled with waterslides, dancing with DJ @jobeg, tasty treats from @realzaxbys, @akakonaice, and @travelintomscoffee, plus custom hats from @buttonitup! A BIG thank you to @gas_south, our Fairy Godparent volunteers, @q997atlanta, @ecotechatl, and our amazing photo & video team for making this unforgettable day possible. See more photos by clicking the link in our bio or visiting our Facebook page! 📸 by @cassandrayoung | @amandacokerweiss | @sarahesther

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