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Dear Friends, |
Thank you for helping make 2011 such a wonderful year. We could not have provided comfort, care and hope for the nearly 3,000 families who called the Denver and Aurora House, HOME in the past year without our amazing volunteers, staff and supporters.
From the beginning, our Houses have offered more than just a place to stay. They offer families the ability to meet others in a similar situation, to share experiences, and to support one another. We feel blessed to have been a part of so many lives and to have been a place where they could find an open door, a friendly face, a home cooked meal and a bed where they could rest and become refreshed for the next day in a compassionate and welcoming way.
We are proud to be starting our 34th year of ensuring that families are cared for when they need it most, and we believe that 2012 can bring our best year yet. It is our wish to provide even more help and hope for more families in the coming year, a goal that we can achieve through the on-going support of our volunteers, staff and donors and the continued growth of our events throughout the year.
We wish you all the very best 2012 has to offer; love, hope, prosperity and renewed energy.
Happy New Year,
Pam Whitaker
Executive Director | |
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Help Us Win A Playhouse! | | |
The Colorado Garden & Home Show is donating 3 playhouse worth $5,000 each to children's charities.
Visit the Colorado Garden & Home Show, February 11-19 and vote for the Roanld McDonald House.
To receive your $2 off coupon
to the show just click on the link;
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To Make Reservations Contact:
Jonna Busack - 303-832-6641 or jbusack@ronaldhouse.org
Proceeds To Benefit:
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Denver
Guest of Honor:
Cheryl Preheim, 9News Anchor
Entertainment By:
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Providing a Respite for Families
of Premature Babies
Christmas Day my son was born at only 30 weeks. My family and I live in Cheyenne and were transported by ambulance to University Hospital on the 20th of December and five days later my son came. My husband and I stayed at the Ronald McDonald House for the next 5 � weeks. It was scary to go through such uncertainty with our first child and then to be away from home and staying in a strange place. I must tell you that your facility was a blessing to us. There would have been no way that we could have done it without you! The expense for staying in Denver was astronomical as there were many expenses that we wouldn't have daily at home, but the Ronald McDonald House helped us tremendously. The amazing volunteers that come to cook are life savers for many financially. The House itself is beautiful and a comfortable place to stay.
On that note, I need to explain what I have done to pay it forward and give back to people that helped us when we were in need. Wednesday, December 14th we sent you truckloads of donated food. I have teamed up with another woman from Cheyenne who also stayed at the Ronald McDonald House the same time we were there. We had a food drive for the Ronald McDonald House because of all the wonderful things that you do for families. We also sold bracelets and tried to raise money any way we could. We worked together and with many others to make this happen! There are a lot of great people in the world who want to help.
Please accept these donations in our son, Eylan's name. He is getting ready to celebrate his 1st birthday! He is healthy and happy and growing fast. Children are miracles and people would be in tougher situations without your help. We would like to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU for all that you do!!!
Warm Regards,
Adrienne Matt & Eylan Puente
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Thank You for Lighting the Houses
Caring for a seriously ill or injured child never takes a holiday. This holiday season, you helped keep love close by when children needed it most.
You provided care, comfort and hope for a family like Joseph's. Eight year-old Joseph and his family are staying at the Ronald McDonald House for the second time while he awaits a new kidney. In all, Joseph has lived at the Ronald McDonald House for five of his eight years. To them, Ronald McDonald House truly is their home.
Please continue help us light the lights at the Denver and Aurora Ronald McDonald Houses. Your donation will Light the Houses all year long. |
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We are excited to introduce our newest Board of Directors members;
Rick Burkett
Amy Casseri
Kathleen DeMarco
Heather Gwinn-Pabon
Diane Jones
Dave Paul
Sean Ribble
Chris Solum
For those that are transitioning off of the Board we are truely thankful for your time and dedication to the House.
For a complete list of Board Members please visit our website at www.ronaldhouse.org.
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| Upcoming Events | |
Please visit the News and Events page at www.ronaldhouse.org or call Jonna Busack at 303-832-6641 to learn more about our events. |
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2012 Camp Registration
is Now Open | |
Camp will be held from July 8th to July 14th this year. Please visit www.skyhighhope.org to register your campers.
Sky High Hope Camp is a week-long camp for children who have (or have had) cancer and their siblings. It is held each summer at Buckhorn Camp in Bellvue, Colorado, west of Fort Collins.
The week is filled with laughter and enduring friendships, all made possible through the work of our dedicated volunteers and the monetary donations made to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Denver. |
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Volunteers are the Heart of Our House | |
You can volunteer your talents in many ways to help our mission.
We rely on volunteers to keep our Houses operating each day. Volunteer opportunities include:
Providing a meal for our families, house cleaning, volunteer house managers, Bingo leaders, wish list drives and camp counselors.
Please visit our website at www.ronaldhouse.org to learn more and to fill out an application.
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We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers for the Ronald McDonald House Family Room at Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children at Presbyterian/ St. Luke's Hospital in Denver!
Shifts:
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Volunteer must be able
to commit to one shift a week
for at least 6 months.
Help maintain a private room
used for families with children
in NICU, PICU or PEDS who are
in need of a relaxing sanctuary.
Duties include: Greeting
guests, answering family
questions, keeping the room
clean and organized, some
laundry for guests and light lifting.
For more information contact
Pam Whitaker at 303-861-1754 or pwhitaker@ronaldhouse.org
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Join With Other Supporters to Increase Your Impact | |
Over the years, supporters like you have selflessly and passionately given their time, talent and assets to help us serve families of children receiving medical treatment.
If you feel strongly about our charitable work and would like to join together with other supporters that share your values and ambitions, we hope you'll consider becoming a member of the Keepers of the House.
Please contact Vicki Walker at
720-382-7205 to learn more
about the the planned gifts we
can accept or to let us know
that you 've included RMHC in your estate plans.
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Contact Information | | |
Pam Whitaker, Executive Director
Ronald McDonald House - Denver
(303) 861-1754 |
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Just a Few 2011 Memories | | |
2011 Scholarship Winners
2011 Campers
2011 Kids Fore Charity Golfers
2011 Finding Nemo Ball
Fun & Games at the Denver House |
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