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June 2014 | Vol 6, Issue 6 |
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eNews
Ronald McDonald House Charities� of Central Ohio
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Gaining Strength from Others
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Benjamin was born three months premature, struggling with breathing, and bruised from head to toe. His mother, Heather, was terrified of what this could mean for her son. Benjamin was transferred from Mount Carmel Hospital to Nationwide Children's Hospital. Soon they learned that Benjamin suffers from Noonan Syndrome and would need blood transfusions.
The team at Nationwide Children's Hospital began to treat Benjamin for his breathing, and then Heather found out he needed a catheterization to his pulmonary valve, and that he would need a gastrostomy tube (or g-tube), which delivers nutrition directly to the stomach. It's one of the ways doctors can make sure kids like Benjamine with trouble eating get the fluid and calories they need to grow.
Heather has been staying here at the Columbus Ronald McDonald House, and she is so grateful for this home-away-from-home. "The first two nights after they brought Benjamin to Nationwide Children's Hospital, I stayed in his room. It was later his nurses told me I could stay at the Columbus Ronald McDonald House. I rely on other families staying here at the Ronald McDonald House for strength, encouragement, and renewed energy, because I am on my own here in Columbus. I have so many other worries right now with Benjamin, that I do not have time to worry about normal day-to-day things. I can leave my son for a few hours to catch a nap on the comfortable beds, take a hot shower, and eat some food. The Ronald McDonald House helps keep a sense of normalcy in my life while my family and I are undergoing abnormal circumstances."
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| Come Play in the Largest Charity Golf Outing in Central Ohio |
Don't miss the opportunity to play in the 2014 RMHC Joe Mortellaro Golf Classic, the largest charity golf outing in Central Ohio. With 400 participants, this event has also become the largest annual and longest running fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio. A limited number of spots are still available for the Golf Classic, now in its 28th year.
The event happens on Monday, July 14th at The Country Club at Muirfield Village, Wedgewood, Scioto Reserve & Kinsale. Dinner and an auction will be hosted at Scioto Reserve for all of our golfers. Special appearances will be made by Coach Urban Meyer and Coach Thad Matta from The Ohio State University. Individuals interested in purchasing a foursome for the event can click here to download the registration form. Once completed, please email this form to RMHC Special Events Director, Jamie Foltz, at [email protected].
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Sponsor RMHC Special Events in 2014
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You can make a difference in the lives of seriously ill children by becoming a special event sponsor in 2014. Our partners receive participation opportunities and recognition at 5 RMHC of Central Ohio events throughout the year. With sponsorship levels from $3,000 to $50,000, you or your company can get involved at any level. To view the 2014 RMHC Sponsorship Package, click here. For any questions on becoming a sponsor, contact Jamie Foltz at [email protected] or call 614-227-3740.
2014 RMHC Special Events
- Golf Classic - Scioto Reserve Golf Club - July 14
- Dig It for the House - Flannagan's Dublin - August 23
- Paint the Town Center Red - Easton Town Center - September 12
- Sporting Clays Tournament - Mad River Sportsman's Club - October 3 & 4
- A Toast to Tinseltown - The Ivory Room - November 6
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Special Event Volunteers Wanted!
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Top 10 Needs
Large foil serving pans
To-Go containers
Juice Boxes
Gift cards to popular retail locations
Pop Tarts
8� x 11 white copy paper
Trash bags, tall kitchen & 40 gallon heavy duty
Postage stamps (forever & postcard)
Swiffer Wet-Mop Refills
Granola bars and grab-and-go snacks
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Upcoming Community Fundraisers
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Daisy Dash, July 13th
Join us on Sunday, July 13th for a "Mother & Daughter" day of fun and exercise! This fun 1 and 3 mile race benefits the RMHC of Central Ohio. The Daisy Dash will begin at the American Girl store in Easton Town Center. Click here to register and learn more information! For questions, please email Mackenzie Schuler at [email protected].
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Quaker Steak & Lube Bike Night, July 16th
Join RMHC of Central Ohio at the Polaris Quaker Steak & Lube for Central Ohio's largest Bike Night on Wednesday, July 16th! 20% of all alcohol proceeds benefit the Columbus Ronald McDonald House, and you can sign up to win a Harley Davidson motorcycle! For more information, contact Darla Stover at [email protected].
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 One of the most significant ways people can help RMHC is by designating them in their estate plans. By designating RMHC of Central Ohio as a beneficiary of your life insurance policies, retirement plans or as a part of your will, you can ensure continued support for families when they need it most. These designations are simple to make and can make a large impact in on the longevity of the charity. Please click here for more information. Consider leaving a legacy that will ensure a place of rest and support for families for years to come. |
| Vote for RMHC in Columbus CEO's Best of Columbus |
 Vote for RMHC of Central Ohio in Columbus CEO's "Best of Columbus" survey! Ballots must have votes in at least 10 categories to be deemed valid. Vote for us in the category of "Best Charitable Organization" and "Best Charity Event--A Toast to Tinseltown". You can vote through July 4th! Please help us defend our title for the second year in a row by clicking here to vote! |
| Video Chat with Tom Feeney |
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Take a Vacation, Help Our Families
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It's the season of family vacations, and you have the opportunity to book a vacation and help families staying at RMHC of Central Ohio with no added cost to you! Each time you book a vacation through Uniglobe Travel Designers' Vitamin D Giveback Program, $25.00 will be donated to RMHC of Central Ohio to help provide a night of rest for the families of seriously ill children. For more information, contact Yvonne McCormick at Uniglobe Travel Designers, [email protected], 614-237-4488 or 1-800-966-6512 to get started and giveback! Click here for more information.
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 For the second year in a row, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio is teaming up with Love2Reach (L2R), our local team of runners dedicated to making a difference while they participate in the 2014 Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon and Half Marathon. The group is open to beginners and experienced walkers and runners alike. You can make a difference in the lives of families of seriously-ill children by joining Team RMHC, powered by L2R. For more information, please contact Darla Stover at [email protected] or by phone at 614-227-6033. |
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Become a Silent Auction Donor
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 | | A handcrafted wine rack for A Toast to Tinseltown in 2013 |
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Throughout the year, RMHC hosts several fundraising events. During these events, we will often hold silent and/or live auctions to raise much needed funds to help support our families. You can make a difference in the lives of these families by donating goods or services to be used in our auctions. We welcome all sorts of in-kind donations - from unique experiences, to skilled services, to prized possessions - you have the ability to help us raise support for the House. Items may include a weekend retreat or a timeshare, a pampering spa service, pro golf lessons, live concert tickets, jewelry, the latest technology, a stylish handbag - just about anything! Whatever it may be, this is an exciting opportunity for you to not only support a worthy cause, but also showcase your items and/or services. Your donation will be featured in front of high-profile audiences and printed in our event program booklets. We're happy to work with you to package your donation to draw the highest bids - 100% of the funds raised from your item will go directly to RMHC programs. For more information or to donate please contact Meredith Harrison, Donor Relations Manager at [email protected] or 614-227-6039. |
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Volunteer
You can become a volunteer at the Ronald McDonald House and make a difference. To learn more and apply, click here.
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Expansion
The Ronald McDonald House is growing.
Click here to learn more about how you can help us build more stories of hope.
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Donate a Vehicle
Donate a car, truck, boat, RV, motorcycle, tractor, or any other vehicle and help sick kids. Click hereto donate today.
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