2025 Partnership Opportunities
Mission
At RMHC, we provide essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing when children need healthcare.
A world where every family has what they need to ensure the best health outcomes for their children.
Our Programs
Ronald McDonald House Programs – Portland & Bangor
When the best medical treatment for a child is far from home, families don’t have to worry about where to stay At the Ronald McDonald House, families can be together, enjoy home-cooked meals and receive compassionate hospitality and support from staff and volunteers all near the hospital
Ronald McDonald Family Rooms – Portland (MaineHealth BBCH) & Bangor (Northern Light EMMC)
A quiet place away from the medical space, for families to recharge, grab a bite to eat, or get rest during long days of testing or treatment
Family-Centered Care
IMPROVED ACCESS TO CARE
Providing compassionate, family-centered spaces as a bridge to quality healthcare for families who live many miles away from the hospital or specialty treatment
BETTER HEALTH OUTCOMES
Kids who have parents and family close to them during hospital stays have better health outcomes and less stress.
COST SAVINGS
72% of families cannot contribute the suggested $10 per night donation.
Enormous savings for families in annual out-of-pocket, carerelated costs ($2.3 million in Maine, 2024).
RMHC Brand Awareness
94% of individuals recognize the Ronald McDonald House Charities name and 53% recognize it by its logo alone*
Ronald McDonald House Charities reports 15% brand equity uplift for partnering brands*
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Maine generated more than 4.3 million media impressions in 2023**
Eligibility
Any family who needs a place to stay while their child is hospitalized or receiving treatment, including parents/guardians, siblings, and grandparents
Referrals are typically made by the child life specialist or social worker at the hospital or treatment center
Individuals on the national SOR or with an open CPS case are not eligible to stay in our House programs for the safety of all guests.
779 families
served from Maine, 14 other states & Canada in 2024
In 2024, our 34 guest rooms in Portland and 14 rooms in Bangor provided ove
7,944 nights in Portland
1,405 nights in Bangor
16,000+ unique visits to Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital and Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
Home Away from Home Partner
$25,000
This partnership sponsors the entire RMHC Maine organization for the year and includes:
Industry exclusivity in this category
Prominent placement in both the Portland and Bangor House programs – wall and front desk TV
Top logo placement and inclusion in all organization PSAs on WMTW Channel 8 – 5 per year
Prominent placement on all RMHC Maine marketing collateral for the year, including: event signage, program signage, House signage, Impact Report, and Gratitude Report included in end of year mailing that is sent to 7,000+ addresses
Logo and bio on our Home Away From Home Partners webpage
Blog interview regarding partnership on our website
Logo in all quarterly e-newsletters with click-through link
Quarterly mentions on RMHC Maine LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram newsfeed
Complimentary tickets to our annual Purses for Purpose event (16), complimentary tables at our annual Gala (2 tables of 8), and complimentary teams at both of our annual Golf Tournaments (2 teams of 4)
Volunteer opportunities for employees for group projects, events, or Guest Chef meals
Guided tours upon request
Mention on radio PSAs – 5 per year (3 per year in Portland market; 2 per year in Bangor market)
Logo and clickthrough link on bottom banner of RMHC website – every page
Healthcare Hero
$20,000
This partnership sponsors the entire RMHC Maine organization for the year and includes:
Exclusive to healthcare partners
Signage in both the Portland and Bangor House programs – wall and front desk TV
Logo inclusion in all organization PSAs on WMTW Channel 8 – 5 per year
Logo on all RMHC Maine marketing collateral for the year, including: event signage, program signage, House signage, Impact Report, and Gratitude Report included in end of year mailing that is sent to 7,000+ addresses
Blog interview regarding partnership on our website
Logo in all quarterly e-newsletters with click-through link
Quarterly mentions on RMHC Maine LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram newsfeed
Complimentary tickets to our annual Purses for Purpose event (8), complimentary table at our annual Gala (1 table of 8), and complimentary team at both of our annual Golf Tournaments (1 team of 4)
Volunteer opportunities for employees for group projects, events, or Guest Chef meals
Guided tours upon request
Mention on radio PSAs – 3 per year (2 per year in Portland market; 1 per year in Bangor market)
Logo and clickthrough link on bottom banner of RMHC website – every page
Community Partner
$15,000
This partnership sponsors the entire RMHC Maine organization for the year and includes:
Corporate Spotlight in our quarterly newsletter
Signage in both the Portland and Bangor House programs – donor wall
Logo on all RMHC Maine marketing collateral for the year, including: event signage, program signage, House signage, Impact Report, and Gratitude Report included in end of year mailing that is sent to 7,000+ addresses
Logo in all quarterly e-newsletters with click-through link
Bi-annual mentions on RMHC Maine LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram newsfeed
Complimentary tickets to our annual Purses for Purpose event (4), complimentary tickets to our annual Gala (4), and complimentary team at one of our annual Golf Tournaments (1 team of 4)
Volunteer opportunities for employees for group projects, events, or Guest Chef meals
Guided tours upon request
Mention on radio PSAs (2 per year in Portland market, 1 per year in Bangor market)
Logo and clickthrough link on bottom banner of RMHC website – every page
Community Advocate
$10,000
This partnership sponsors the entire RMHC Maine organization for the year and includes:
Signage in both the Portland and Bangor House programs – donor wall
Logo on all RMHC Maine marketing collateral for the year, including: event signage, program signage, House signage, Impact Report, and Gratitude Report included in end of year mailing that is sent to 7,000+ addresses
Logo in all quarterly e-newsletters with click-through link
Yearly mentions on RMHC Maine LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram newsfeed
Complimentary tickets to our annual Purses for Purpose event (2), complimentary tickets at our annual Gala (2), and complimentary team at one of our annual Golf Tournaments (1 team of 4)
Volunteer opportunities for employees for group projects, events, or Guest Chef meals
Guided tours upon request
Mention on radio PSAs 1 per year (choice of Portland market or Bangor market)
Logo and clickthrough link on bottom banner of RMHC website – every page
Annual Fund Matching Sponsor
Partner Benefits:
$10,000
Quarterly mentions on RMHC Maine LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram
Logo on all RMHC Maine Annual Giving collateral for the year, including: digital and print (mailed letters, e-asks, website, social media) – November and December primarily
Video with company rep to use digitally during annual fund campaign
Logo in Annual Report and and Gratitude Report included in end of year mailing that is sent to 7,000+ addresses
Complimentary tickets to our annual Purses for Purpose event (4) and complimentary tickets at our annual Gala (2)
Volunteer opportunities for employees for group projects, events, or Guest Chef meals
Guided tours upon request
Meals From The Heart Sponsor
$8,000 in Portland | $5,000 in Bangor
Thissponsorshipsupportsthemaintenanceandstockingofourbusiestplaces–theHousekitchensanddiningrooms–withgeneralupkeep,maintenanceof appliances,andgeneralstockingofsnacksandessentials.
PartnerBenefits:
Quarterly mentions on RMHC Maine LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram
Logo and support prominently displayed in the kitchen/dining room
Logo on website recognized as Meals from the Heart Sponsor
Logo in Annual Report and and Gratitude Report included in end of year mailing that is sent to 7,000+ addresses
Complimentary tickets to our annual Purses for Purpose event (2) and complimentary tickets at our annual Gala (2)
Volunteer opportunities for employees for group projects, events, or Guest Chef meals
Guided tours upon request
Family Room Sponsor
$6,000 for MMC Barbara Bush Children's Hospital, Portland or Northern Light EMMC Pediatric Floor, Bangor
Partner Benefits:
Logo and support prominently displayed in Family Room(s)
Recognized on RMHC Maine website as Family Room Partner
4 social media posts per year highlighting your commitment to the Family Room program
Logo in Annual Report and and Gratitude Report included in end of year mailing that is sent to 7,000+ addresses
2023 Company Lobby Posters
Playroom Sponsor
$5,000 Both Locations | $3,000 Bangor or Portland
Partner Benefits:
Logo and signage in and outside the Playroom(s)
Recognized on the website as the Playroom Sponsor
4 Social Media posts a year highlighting your commitment to the Playroom
Listed as Playroom Sponsor in our Annual Report and and Gratitude Report included in end of year mailing that is sent to 7,000+ addresses
Adopt-A-Room Sponsor
$2,500
The Adopt-A-Room Sponsor is a year-long sponsorship of a guest room at either our Portland House or Bangor House. This program directly supports families who call the room home while their child receives critical medical care. It costs RMHC Maine $100 per night to provide accommodations for each family. Your sponsorship ensures that every family can stay with us, regardless of their financial situation.
Partner Benefits:
Signage on the outside door of your sponsored room and signage inside the room
Recognition in the lobby of your sponsored house (Portland or Bangor)
Inclusion in the RMHC Maine Impact Report and and Gratitude Report included in end of year mailing that is sent to 7,000+ addresses
$1,800 Annual | $500 per Issue
Our e-newsletter is published 4 times each year and can be sponsored annually or quarterly (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall)
Partner Benefits:
Dedicated digital ad of your choice in the newsletter with click-through link
Inclusion in the RMHC Maine Annual Report
Reaches a subscriber list of over 6,800
Pineland Farms, New Gloucester
June 5, 2025
Join us for the 20th Annual Purses with Purpose event a day where style meets generosity. This elegant auction offers both in-person and online participation, allowing purse lovers across Maine to engage in an unforgettable experience Be part of an event that blends laughter, luxury, and philanthropy.
SponsorshipBenefits
Companynamealwaysincluded innameofevent
ie:PurseswithPurposepresentedby
Opportunitytospeakduring openingpresentation
Featureintvandradioadvertising campaignsandPSAs
Presenting Sponsor
$7,500(1)
HeartfeltHandbag Sponsor
$3,000(unlimited)
PurposefulPurse Sponsor
$1,500(unlimited)
CompanyLogoincludedon
CompanyrecognitiononallRMHC Mainesocialmediaplatforms duringeventweek
Spotlightinall pre-eventemails& prominent logoon allpromotional material
Individualized Post
Proportionallogoin allpre-eventemails andpromotional material
Proportionallogoin allpre-eventemails andpromotional material
Logo&hyperlinktoyourcompany onourwebsite:2,000monthly views Complimentarytickets 10Tickets 6Tickets 2Tickets
WhimsicalWallet Sponsor
$750(unlimited)
Proportionallogoin allpre-eventemails andpromotional material
April 1
Event Timeline
May 1
June 2025
Tickets go on sale! Last day to secure your sponsorship Purses with Purpose at Pineland Farms
Top 3 Sponsorship Levels
Complimentary tickets includes appetizers, beverages, & opportunity to bid on exclusive items
All Sponsorship Levels
Company recognition on all RMHC Maine social media platforms during event week
Opportunity to speak during opening presentation
of Central Maine
SponsorshipBenefits
Companynamealwaysincluded innameofevent
ie:RMHCMaineGolfTournamentpresentedby
Firstrefusalontournamentpresenting sponsorship
CompanyLogoincludedon
Featureintvandradioadvertising campaignsandPSAs
Logo&hyperlinktoyourcompanyon ourwebsite:2,000monthlyviews
Feature(s)onRMHCMainesocial mediaplatforms
“Hole-In-One”caronthe11thhole
Companylogoonvenuesignage
Sponsormentioninprogram, tournamentopening&closingremarks
Optiontoincludelogoiteminplayer giftbags
Waterville Country Club, Waterville August
18, 2025
Gather your team of four and join us at Waterville Country Club. Enjoy lunch, an 18-hole scramble format on one of Maine’s best courses, followed by a cocktail hour, a program, and exciting prizes for the top teams and longest drive. We can’t wait to see you for a day of great golfing and even better philanthropy!
Presenting Sponsor
$8,000(1)
$4,000(1)
Foursome&cartfeesforthe tournament
Spotlightinall pre-eventemails& prominent logoonappareland allpromotional material
Proportionallogoin allpre-eventemails, apparel,and promotionalmaterial
Proportionallogoin allpre-eventemails, andpromotional material
$3,000(1)
Exclusiveoptionto includelogogolfballs placedincartsfor players
Proportionallogoin allpre-eventemails andpromotional material
June 1
Event Timeline
July 1
August 2025
Tickets go on sale! Last day to secure your sponsorship RMHC Maine Golf at Waterville Country Club
SponsorshipBenefits
Companylogoonvenue signage
Optiontoprovideplayerbag featuringcompanylogo
Optiontoincludelogoitemin playergiftbags
Optiontoprovidegiftfor closesttothepin
Sponsormentioninprogram, tournamentopening&closing remarks
Feature(s)onRMHCMaine socialmediaplatforms
Foursome&cartfeesforthe tournament
Exclusiveoptionto includecompany informationin playergiftbags
of Southern Maine
SponsorshipBenefits
Companynamealwaysincluded innameofevent ie:RMHCMaineGolfTournamentpresentedby
Firstrefusalontournamentpresenting sponsorship CompanyLogoincludedon
Falmouth Country Club, Falmouth
September
15, 2025
Gather your team of four and join us at Falmouth Country Club. Enjoy lunch, an 18-hole scramble format on one of Maine’s best courses, followed by a cocktail hour, a program, and exciting prizes for the top teams and longest drive We can’t wait to see you for a day of great golfing and even better philanthropy!
$15,000(1)
Featureintvandradioadvertising campaignsandPSAs
Logo&hyperlinktoyourcompanyon ourwebsite:2,000monthlyviews
Feature(s)onRMHCMaineand FalmouthCountryClubsocialmedia platforms
Spotlightinall pre-eventemails& prominent logoonappareland allpromotional material
Proportionallogoin allpre-eventemails, apparel,and promotionalmaterial
Proportionallogoin allpre-eventemails, andpromotional material
Proportionallogoin allpre-eventemails andpromotional material
Sponsormentioninprogram, tournamentopening&closingremarks
Optiontoincludelogoiteminplayer giftbags
Foursome&cartfeesforthe tournament
Exclusiveoptionto includelogogolfballs placedincartsfor players
July 1
Event Timeline
August 1
September 2025
Tickets go on sale! Last day to secure your sponsorship RMHC Maine Golf at Falmouth Country Club
SponsorshipBenefits
Companylogoonvenue signage
Optiontoprovideplayerbag featuringcompanylogo
Optiontoincludelogoitemin playergiftbags
Optiontoprovidegiftfor closesttothepin
Sponsormentioninprogram, tournamentopening&closing remarks
Feature(s)onRMHCMaine andFalmouthCountryClub socialmediaplatforms
Foursome&cartfeesforthe tournament
Exclusiveoptionto includecompany informationin playergiftbags
SponsorshipBenefits
Companynamealwaysincluded innameofevent ie:Hearts&HandsGalapresentedby
Opportunitytospeakduring openingpresentation
MentioninTVandRadioPSAs
The Landing at Pine Point, Scarborough
October 24, 2025
Mark your calendar for Friday, October 24th, and join RMHC Maine at the 25th Annual Hearts & Hands Gala in Scarborough Enjoy live music, a delicious dinner, and exciting auctions all while supporting families in need. Formal or black-tie optional attire.
CompanyLogoincludedon
Spotlightinall pre-eventemails& prominent logoon allpromotional material
CompanyrecognitiononallRMHC Mainesocialmediaplatforms duringeventweek Individualized Post
Logo&hyperlinktoyourcompany onourwebsite:2,000monthly views
Proportionallogoin allpre-eventemails andpromotional material
Proportionallogoin allpre-eventemails andpromotional material
Proportionallogoin allpre-eventemails andpromotional material
Event Timeline
August 1 September 1
October 2025
Tickets go on sale! Last day to secure your sponsorship Hearts & Hands Gala at The Landing at Pine Point
Top 3 Sponsorship Levels
Complimentary tickets includes a seated dinner and drink tickets (signage at table(s) for Presenting & Helping Hands Sponsorship levels)
All Sponsorship Levels
Company shoutout & logo included in opening remarks
Companynamealways includedinnameofevent ie:24thAnnualHearts&HandsGalapresented byWEX Presenting Sponsor
Volunteer Opportunities
At RMHC Maine, we offer a range of individual and group volunteer opportunities that allow you or your team to make a real, lasting impact on families facing medical challenges. Whether your group enjoys attending events or helping with hands-on projects or office support in our House programs, we have meaningful activities that strengthen your team while helping us maintain a welcoming and supportive environment for the families we serve.
Find out more about volunteering with RMHC Maine at
rmhcmaine.org/volunteer
Guest Chef Program
After a long day at the hospital, parents return to the House exhausted, and a home-cooked meal can provide immense comfort. Our Guest Chef program is essential in helping create a “home away from home” at RMHC Maine.
We invite corporate groups to join us in supporting our families by preparing a delicious meal at our Portland or Bangor House Simply choose a date, purchase your ingredients, grab a group of colleagues or friends and prepare a delicious meal for our families to enjoy! Participating in the Guest Chef Program not only provides a team-building experience for your group but also makes a meaningful impact.
Learn more at rmhcmaine.org/volunteer
IWish List tem Donation
The Ronald McDonald House is just like your house except we can have a total of up to 40 families staying with us every night! The items on our Wish List are what keep our kitchens stocked, facilities cleaned, and our Houses operating at full potential. Having a well-stocked home full of amenities truly makes our House and Family Room programs a “home away from home” for our families.
In-kind donations allow us to focus our budget dollars on the most critical needs of the children and families staying with us as our House is 100% funded by private dollars.
Find more information & to shop our wish list visit rmhcmaine org/wish-list
Julie Mulkern Chief Executive Officer
MaineMcDonald’s Owner&Operators