I have mentioned Give Kids The World Village several times before on Green Lodging News. For those of you not familiar with the organization, it is a Central Florida nonprofit that provides week-long, cost-free vacations to critically ill children and their families.
I just learned that Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach (Fla.) and Davidson Hospitality Group have debuted guestrooms designed to benefit Give Kids The World Village, Guests booking these rooms will have a portion of the proceeds donated to the nonprofit.
The Give Kids The World rooms feature partial views of the Gulf and Intracoastal waterways, specialty artwork and decor inspired by the nonprofit, and accommodations for up to four guests with a king bed and a twin bunk bed. Amenities include a collection of children’s books curated by local bookstore Book + Bottle, available for guests during their stay. Book + Bottle also operates an on-site store in the hotel lobby and offers book delivery to the beach.
The hotel has implemented additional community initiatives, including a partnership with Florida International University to offer an on-property culinary and hospitality manager-in-training program for recent graduates. The RADICAL heART mural, designed by local artist Chad Mize, debuted in fall 2024 and is located on the property.
Give Kids The World Village has provided cost-free vacations for children with critical illnesses and their families since 1986, welcoming families from all 50 states and 77 countries.
I have come across other examples of hotels and resorts creating special guestrooms to raise money for nonprofits. It is a great idea and there are so many charities to partner with, including environmental ones.
Have you tried this at your property? I would love to learn about it. I can be reached at greenlodgingnews@gmail.com.
