The CHOC Walk in the Park returns to Disneyland on Sunday, Aug. 20 for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered the Anaheim theme park.
Whaley’s CHOC success story symbolizes the mission and purpose of the hospital and the goal of the annual Disneyland fundraising event that raises millions for pediatric research, education and programs.
“My favorite part is always seeing the volunteers and cheer squads lining the walk path supporting and cheering on the walkers,” said Whaley, 29, of Aliso Viejo. “That spirit mixed with participants in fun costumes and the opportunity to see some favorite characters creates a truly unique atmosphere.”Whaley had surgery at CHOC when she was six months old to fix an issue with a vein coming off her heart that was wrapped around her trachea.
This year, Whaley will participate in the annual fundraising event through her role in the Disneyland communications department where she supports community-outreach initiatives like the CHOC Walk.
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