Carlos Sanguinetti & Matt Teeter Mark 10 Years of Dinner with Friends In 2009, a medical scare inspired Carlos Sanguinetti to find new ways of giving back in his community. Carlos brainstormed with his old friend, Matt Teeter, about what they could do. They created Dinner with Friends, hosting more than 100 people at San […]
“Little Things” for a World of Difference
This year’s Giving Tuesday was an outstanding success, raising a total of $93,498 for family care. We are grateful to our Board of Trustees for their leadership and generosity in providing matching gifts. With the match and generous donations, we surpassed our $80,000 goal. Little Things Families are so thankful for the lodging, meals, and […]
Handmade Cards Make a Difference for Hospitalized Kids
KUSI’s Brad Perry on the Value of Handmade Cards A handwritten note can help encourage hospitalized children and their families at San Diego’s Ronald McDonald House. Messages of support can have a lasting impact, like they did for Bank of America employee Daniel Cotamagana, who was treated for leukemia at age seventeen. KUSI’s Brad Perry was on […]
Eagles Join In Giving Back for Masyn
As a two-year-old, Masyn suffered a traumatic brain injury when an entertainment center fell on him. The Ronald McDonald House kept Masyn’s family close by his side during his two-month hospitalization. Masyn is thriving, though the injury left him with brain damage. For Masyn’s seventh birthday, his mom, Melissa, organized a party and silent auction […]
$100,000 Grant to Fund Room Rejuvenation and Family Care
The Trustees of the Samuel & Katherine French Fund have directed a grant of $100,000 to fund the rejuvenation of six guest rooms, as well as lodging and care for the families who stay in those rooms. We have named a guest suite in grateful recognition of the Samuel & Katherine French Fund. Along with […]
It’s What’s In Your Heart
Donna and Steve Evans have long had a heart for Ronald McDonald House Charities®. Donna began her involvement some 30 years ago in Boston, where she served on the Board of Trustees for the local organization. Steve is a senior leader in the McDonald’s Corporation and has supported the Ronald McDonald Houses since 1980. This […]
A Little Girl’s Big Generosity
Lyla didn’t receive any presents at her fourth birthday party. That’s because she asked her friends to bring pennies to her party so she could donate them to San Diego’s Ronald McDonald House. She and her little brother (pictured above) delivered “truckloads” of pennies to help care for families! If you’re inspired by this little […]