Hi Dear: RMHH eNewsletter

August 26, 2020

RMH Houston Prepares for Hurricane Laura

Dear Friends:

As the Ronald McDonald House Houston new Chief Executive Officer, I thank you for your kind welcome. Everyone has been enthusiastic and warm, just what you’d expect from people who are affiliated with this wonderful mission. I’m proud to join you.

2020 continues to bring challenges to Houston. Hurricane Laura will be here shortly. Like we have in the past, RMH Houston is prepared and our families are safe. Here are a few highlights of how we are taking precautions.

We currently have 8 families who will be sheltering in place at Holcombe House. We moved everyone to the most interior rooms near a stairwell in case they experience very high winds. Our pantry is stocked with food and water and there are plenty of games and crafts to keep everyone busy. Volunteer groups who often donate delicious meals are being contacted now so we have a meal plan after the storm clears.

Three of our experienced, professional staff members will be staying at the House through the storm to support the families

As soon as the storm passes we will assess the building for damages to confirm it is safe for families to stay on campus. A back-up plan is already in place in case families need to evacuate.

Families staying in the hospitals will follow their protocols and our lounges will be closed tomorrow or until our staff can safely return to work.

Please stay safe and dry.

Warmest regards,

Cristina Vetrano

Ronald McDonald House Houston, CEO

Mission Moment

Olympics At The House

In the Olympic spirit of excellence, friendship and respect, the Olympic torch has been lit in Ronald McDonald House Houston! You can follow along with the activities using the hashtag #RMHHFamilyOlympics

All of our Olympic activities have been safely kitted and delivered individually to each child living in our House to complete in their rooms. Become an official sponsor of our Olympic games by donating via the link below. Just $30 could buy enough gift bags for the whole month, ensuring activities are safely delivered to the families who still call Ronald McDonald House Houston their home away from home.

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Kellogg’s Away From Home Program

Kellogg and RMHC share a commitment to providing resources and support to children and their families around the world. With visits back and forth to the hospital, parents and family members often miss meals. Kellogg’s Away From Home (KAFH) program is devoted to helping RMHC help families start their day with a complimentary breakfast.

Thank you to Kellogg’s Away From Home for donating breakfast cereal to over 144 Ronald McDonald House programs including RMHH! Our new cereal trees are sure to bring smiles to the RMHC families we serve every morning!

Here’s How You Can Help

It’s As Easy As A Few Clicks

We need your support to replenish our supplies for our families staying in the House and the hospitals.

Our shopping list was updated TODAY! Everything listed on our wishlist is exactly what we need. Deliveries come directly to Holcombe House.

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Safe, Creative Ways Kids Can Help RMHH During the Pandemic

Host a Birthday Fundraiser on Facebook.
Make activity or healthy snack bags for families in the hospital.
Host a virtual family game night, dance-a-thon or talent show. Collect $10 from each family to participate. Donate proceeds to RMHH. Everyone wins!
Make sock puppets for the kids and fill them with playing cards, crayons and a pad, hand cream and granola bars. Write a short, encouraging note and put it inside.

Why Your Support Makes A Huge Difference

The Coronavirus Pandemic impacts the way we live every day. The Hurricane only exacerbates the current situation Many of our favorite activities and summer plans have been cancelled or postponed. But, we cannot ask RMH Houston families, whose children are in the middle of life-saving medical protocols, to put their treatment on pause. Your financial contribution enables us to continue providing support to families whose children are critically ill, during this unprecedented pandemic and bad weather.

Please consider a monthly gift. Every amount makes a huge difference.

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