Bert's Big Adventure accepting applications for 2017 families

Photos courtesy of Cassandra Young Photography and Monarch Photography 

Atlanta-based nonprofit Bert's Big Adventure is now accepting applications and nominations for its annual trip to the most magical place on Earth: Walt Disney World! 

Since it was established in 2002, Bert’s Big Adventure has been helping make dreams come. Every year, the organization provides a five-day, all-expenses-paid trip to Orlando to kids with chronic and terminal illnesses. 

This past February, thirteen amazing local children and their families attended the free trip and now BBA is accepting applications and nominations for the 2017 BBA family! 

"We look forward to welcoming a new group of children and their families to the Bert's Big Adventure community," said Bert Weiss. "Our families are so special to us."

To qualify for Bert’s Big Adventure, a child must be between the ages of 5-12 years old, live in “The Bert Show” radio listening area, prove financial need and have never been to Walt Disney World. 

Applications must be submitted by Friday, October 13 and can be done online by clicking here. Families will be notified no later than January 15, 2017.