Attention all Star Wars fans! I just got a pretty awesome email from Disney and if you love Star Wars, you really need to hear this news!
Today in a special video message from the set of Star Wars: Episode VII, director J.J. Abrams announced the creation of Star Wars: Force for Change, a brand new Star Wars initiative from Disney and Lucasfilm in collaboration with Bad Robot dedicated to finding creative solutions to some of the world’s biggest problems. The first Star Wars: Force for Change campaign will raise funds and awareness for the United Nations Children’s Fund’s (UNICEF) Innovation Labs and its innovative programs that are benefitting the world’s most vulnerable children.
Disney has committed US $1 million to support the launch of Star Wars: Force for Change. Fans can now contribute directly at Omaze.com/StarWars for a chance to appear in Star Wars: Episode VII. For each $10 contribution made through the Omaze fundraising platform, eligible participants will be automatically entered for a chance to win this once-in-a-lifetime experience. The campaign runs from 12:01am PST on May 21stth until 11:59pm PST July 18th.
The Star Wars: Force for Change Grand Prize includes:
- Airfare and accommodations to London for one winner and a guest
- Behind-the-scenes access on the closed set of Star Wars: Episode VII as VIP guests of J.J. Abrams
- Winner will have the opportunity to meet members of the cast
- Winner and their guest will then be transformed by makeup and costume teams into a Star Wars character and filmed for a scene in Star Wars: Episode VII
I think that is an awesome way to raise money for UNICEF and for a lucky winner to win the prize of a lifetime!
Hubby would be so interested in this. He’s a big Star Wars fan. Will have to tell him about this. Thanks for sharing.
Amanda @ Growing Up Madison recently posted…Spring Rabbit Cupcakes – Recipe
That would be the coolest thing ever to get to be in SW:7. Fingers crossed!
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I read about this the other day I think it is such a cool idea for any fans! x
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This was on the news last week! Such a cool opportunity!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) recently posted…The Cape Cod Canal Bikeway
How cool would it be to win a spot on a Star Wars movie. I wish it was for a family of four (the giveaway). 2 would cause big arguments here (as to who got to go). 😉
wow this is awesome I’m a huge Star wars fan or at least the original Star Wars back when Harrison For was Han Solo but this is way cool. i’d give it try for fun.
becca recently posted…The Seven Dwarf Mine Train #DisneyMom #Travel
When I was younger I was so creeped out by this show. I think this is a cool offer.
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How exciting would that be to win that! Really a great idea and especially or those that are big fans.
I know some Star Wars fans who will really freak about this! What a great opportunity!
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Now this would be a dream trip! I’m excited to see who wins!
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What an amazing opportunity to be in Star Wars VII. So maybe people would love the chance!
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This is an amazing opportunity for Star Wars films! How cool would it be to star in a legendary movie??
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What a great fundraiser. I’m sure it will be a walk on extras role with no speaking lines, but it’s still great!
Lindsey @ Redhead Baby Mama recently posted…(VIDEO) Hurricane Harbor at Six Flags Over GA
That would be amazing to be on there.I have to show this to hubs.
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This is such a cool contest! It would be awesome to get to be in the movie!
Shell recently posted…Things You Can’t Do Once Your Child Learns to Read
I know quite a few people who would love this opportunity! Great way to raise money for this important charity.
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I am not a Star Wars fan but oh my goodness I know some! What an awesome and once in a lifetime prize.
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Such a cool opportunity for a superfan. And it’s so great for UNICEF!
Jaime recently posted…33 months
My brother would love this! He is HUGE (biggest) fan of star wars. I am going to share this with him- thanks.
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What an awesome opportunity. That would be a nice trip!
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This would be so exciting. Lots of fun too.
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Honestly I am not a Star Wars fantic but there are millions of cult followers I am sure that is something they are excited about!
I have to pass this along. I am not a fan my 5 year old would LOVE this!
ajackeduppeach recently posted…Mommy Monday
To be on the set of the new Star Wars movie is a Star Wars fan’s dream! Great way to raise money for a good cause.
I watched the very first Star Wars with William Shatner and haven’t seen any of the newer ones. I would like to though.
Terry recently posted…Horizon Sunglasses ~ Design Your Own Custom Sunglasses
Wow! This would be really cool! I’m not a huge wars fan but even I would think it’s pretty neat!
Can you believe I’ve never seen Star Wars? My husband loves it.
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I saw this news too. It’s a fun way to raise money for a great cause!!
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Neat prize! I can’t wait to see how they develop this movie!
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We are huge Star Wars fans! Winning the Star Wars: Force for Change sweeps would be amazing to say the least!
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That is awesome! I love Star wars!
This was recently on our news channel. What an amazing opportunity
What a really neat things for fans! Looking forward to the next Star Wars movie!
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This is amazing! I’ll definitely be donating for this chance and great cause!
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What a neat opportunity for Star Wars fans. Some fan is going to be thrilled.
Virginia @thatbaldchick recently posted…The Road to Living Debt Free
That is so cool! My husband would be ALL over that!!
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Amazing contest!!! I know a few people that would freak out if they won this.
I suspect there are going to be A LOT of people who try for this. Star Wars fans are hardcore.
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That’s amazing! I bet it’s going to make a lot of peoples day- my father in law is a total Star Wars Buff and given the chang I’m sure he would participate!
My boys will wnat to be in this and go see it to. What a fun way for fans to win and be a part.
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I have a friend that would love to be in Star Wars sending him this way!
Whoa! That is pretty cool. I would want a major role though. Haha. just kidding. That I bet will be one happy fan
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Very cool! My husband would love this. He is a big fan!
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The hubs and I just saw this video and are planning on sponsoring. We’re actually excited for the new movie.
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