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Greetings All,
 
RMH Providence welcomes the change of season with a host of transformations. In this newsletter, you will find a warm welcome to our new house manager and board members. In addition, you will read about our new guest rooms and find recaps of our summer events.  As always, we thank you for your continued interest in our mission.
Open House
 
After many hours of hard work and careful planning, our two additional guest rooms are about to open.  To catch a sneak peek, please stop by RMH Providence on November 1st or 2nd from 11am - 2pm.  

Special thanks to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern New England (RMHCENE), Champlin Foundations, Cardi's Furniture, the Rhode Island Shriners and Ocean State Charities Trust for funding this expansion.  We also thank our long range planning committee for their dedication.
 
Visit our facebook page to check out pictures of the new rooms.
Calling all Young Professionals
 
Formed to address the need for a collective network of individuals representing Southeastern New England's business community,  the House Young Professionals (HYP) offers the resources necessary to grow, both professionally and personally.

On October 27th, join us for our Leadership Series featuring Dan Hanlon, Vice President of Human Resources at Textron and Jay Marshall, Quality Site Head at Amgen.
 
To attend, please RSVP by October 22 to Jill Precopio at [email protected] or visit our 
facebook page. For more information about the organization please click here
 
Dr. Luks Expresses his Appreciation
 
We recently received a letter of thanks from Dr. Francois Luks, Director of the Fetal Treatment Program at Hasbro Children's Hospital.
 
"I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for RMH's support for our Fetal Treatment Program. Recently, a woman from Louisiana came to Providence to undergo treatment for her unborn baby - and had to stay for a month, until the second (planned) procedure. Money and uprooting were two major problems for her and her mother, and the Ronald McDonald House played a huge role in making her stay in Rhode Island pleasant. She underwent the second procedure, returned to Louisiana and has had nothing but good things to say about her experience here.

I know that the RMH is there for families of hospitalized children - but we all appreciate the fact that you extended this to families of unborn children as well. 

We are all very grateful for your support of our Fetal Treatment Program."
Students Lend 28 Helping Hands 
 
Thanks to Shawn Rubin and his Kindergarten class from Highlander Charter School, our flowerbeds were flooded with vibrant colors all summer long.  The KB class chose RMH Providence to be the recipient of their community service hours for the schools' Service Week. Fourteen kindergarteners from the Providence area came ready to get their hands dirty and help beautify the grounds.  Their hard work is greatly appreciated.
 
For more volunteer opportunities, please click here.
Summer Events Recap
 
Holewiak Bike Run
Thank you to all who participated in this year's Bike Run in memory of Edward "Little Ed" Holewiak III. Visit our website to read more about this event.
 
1st Annual Celebrity Golf Open 
The weather was perfect for the 1st Annual RMH Providence Celebirty Open.  Participants hit the links for a good cause at Lake of Isles Golf Course at Foxwoods Resort Casino on July 27.  Celebrities from Jim Rice to...read more. 
 
 
End of Summer Clambake
The Newport Hyatt Regency once again provided us a picturesque, oceanfront venue for our very successful event. Thank you to all who came out to support RMH Providence. To check out event pictures and read more, click here.
Volunteers Needed!
 
We need volunteers! If you would like more information, please contact Anne Rothenberg via email or at 401-274-4447.
Welcome to the RMH Providence Family
 
Welcome to our newest Board Members Paula Gillette and Christina Hilton. 
 
Paula joins us from Woman & Infants' Hospital where she is the Senior Vice President of Patient Care Services.  We look forward to having her as our Board Liaison to Woman & Infants Hospital.
 
Christina Hilton, CPA, has taken on the role of Board Treasurer.  For the past year, Christina held the position of Assistant Treasurer for RMH Providence. Christina is a tax supervisor at Piccerelli, Gilstein & Co. and with expertise for non-profits she is a wonderful addition to our Board.  
 
We also welcome Michelle LePage as our new House Manager.  Michelle has a background is in psychology  and she previously worked as a case manager and program coordinator for several community organizations.  In addition, Michelle was the House Manager for the St. Vincent's Home in Massachusetts.  Michelle bravely joined us at the start of the renovation project.  Throughout the process, she managed the House and provided our families with the best possible care. 
Have you stayed at the House?  We would LOVE to hear from YOU!
 
Tell us about your stay and share your family updates.  Send letters and/or photos to the House or complete our online form.  Any submissions may be used in our marketing materials and/or donation solicitation pieces.
Best Wishes Rhonda McMichael
 
We are sad to report that Rhonda McMichael recently stepped down as Family Room Coordinator, because she wanted to pursue new career opportunities.  However, we do not have to say goodbye because Rhonda will continue to serve as a weekend relief manager.  We thank Rhonda for her valuable contributions to the Family Rooms and wish her the best in her new endeavors.
 
If you are interested in joining the RMH Providence staff, please review the Family Room Coordinator position.
COMINA party to Benefit RMH Providence
 
Start your holiday shopping at COMINA.  On Friday, October 22nd, COMINA located at 201 Wayland Ave. in Providence, will host a shopping night to benefit the House.  Shop from 5:30 to 8:30 and COMINA will donate 5% of all purchases to RMH Providence. We look forward to seeing you there.
 
Please repond to Nicole Anderson at [email protected]. by October 19th.  For a preview, check out the COMINA website.
RISAFF "Cares Enough to Wear Pink" 
 
On October 25th, 26th & 27th, firefighters across the state will wear pink to show their support for those battling cancer. RISAFF will donate 50% of money raised in pink tee-shirt sales to RMH Providence. We thank them for this very generous gift.
 
Keep your eyes open for the Pink Fire Truck as it tours the state from October 24th to October 29th. Check out this link for the tour schedule
Ronald McDonald House of Providence
45 Gay Street
Providence, RI 02905

 
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Upcoming Events

Amica Marathon
October 17
 
Walk Festival
May 1, 2011 
 
2nd Annual Celebrity Open
July 25-26, 2011

 

Thank You To Our In-Kind Donors
 
Cardi's Furniture
 
Autocrat 
 
Green Mountain/
Newman's
Own Coffee
 
Coke
 
Bissell
 
Eco Lab
 
 Panera Bread
 
 Vienna Bakery
 
 Griggs & Brown
 
Seascapes/
Christmas Decor

Bob Gauthier & Yard Service  Landscape

 
Brand Source/
Maytag 
 
Lumber Liquidators
Wish List Items
 
We are most in
need of:
 
-Dishwashing
Liquid
 
 -Calling Cards
 
-Paper Towels
 
 -Napkins
 
-Dishwasher
Detergent
 
-13 Gallon
Trash Bags

-Olive Oil
 -Canola Oil
 
-Salad Dressing

-Parmesan Cheese
 
-Stop & Shop
Gift Cards

-Sam's Gift Cards

-Full-size Blankets
 (ivory or tan)
 
To view the entire wish list Click here.

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