2023 Fall/ Winter Heartbeat Newsletter

Fall/Winter 2023

St. Louis

HEARTBEAT

The New St. Louis City Ronald McDonald House Continues Construction

WHAT’S INSIDE 2 A note from the President & CEO 3-4 Let's Make Room Capital Campaign 5-6 Meet Charlotte; Volunteer Opportunities 7-8 2023 Special Events Recap 9 Building Blocks 10 Volunteer Spotlight Megan Murphy 11-12 How to Help at the Holidays 13-14 Home Away from Home Appeal 15 Community Fundraisers 16 Donny's Final 28-hour Radiothon 17 Volunteer Spotlight Ryan Middleton 18 Heartwarming Moments; Sponsor Thank You 19-20 Let's Make Room Donors 21-22 Meet Jimmy Williams; New Faces 23-24 Memorials 25-26 Tributes; Our Wish List & In Loving Memory 27-28 Remembering Joe Nonnenkamp; Red Shoe 29-30 Caring Hearts Legacy Circle; Heartbits

2023 BOARD OF DIRECTORS BRIDGET HOY BEARDSLEY, CHAIRPERSON CHRIS GIARLA, VICE CHAIRPERSON KAREN BAER, TREASURER DAVE TORNETTO, SECRETARY DANA BACICH BRAD BEIGLE STEVE BESHORE NORA BLACK DR. MARY MICHAELEEN CRADOCK KYLE DARNELL GREG DIEKEMPER CULLY EISENBEIS JOAN ELHOFFER BEVERLY GARNER MARK HEFFERNAN DAN HEGGER SCOTT KARCHUNAS SIRUS KARIMI RYAN KURYLA APRIL LOPINOT STEVE MALTER DR. PHINEAS OREN ELLYN ROSENBLUM STEVE RUESCHHOFF NOLAN RUIZ DANNA STONE

RMHC ST. LOUIS STAFF DAN HARBAUGH, PRESIDENT & CEO JASON HUFF, VICE PRESIDENT, DEVELOPMENT KELSEY CRIPE, VICE PRESIDENT, OPERATIONS CHERI WUERTZ, VICE PRESIDENT, FINANCE JUDY SCHULER, OPERATIONS CONSULTANT ALISON KASPAR, DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES PAT NEWBY, DIRECTOR, ADMINISTRATION COURTNEY FISCHER, DIRECTOR, FAMILY ROOM PROGRAM JACOB MCGUIRE, DIRECTOR, FACILITIES MICHELLE BURMANN, SENIOR MANAGER, FINANCE MATT BORCHARDT, CHEF MCKENNA BUNJAN, VOLUNTEER MANAGER KERRY JACKSON, FAMILY SERVICES MANAGER, PARK AVENUE SAEN MULLIZ, FAMILY SERVICES MANAGER, WEST COUNTY CLARE BURKE, FAMILY SERVICES MANAGER, WEST PINE KATIE LAYMAN, MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER TRACEY REYNOLDS, PROJECT MANAGER DARA MARKUS, DEVELOPMENT MANAGER EMILY TETRAULT, DATA MANAGER AJ HABICHT, ASSISTANT FAMILY SERVICES MANAGER DELRA JOHNSON, ASSISTANT FAMILY SERVICES MANAGER JORDAN LANGLEY, ASSISTANT FAMILY SERVICES MANAGER CIERRA WEST, ASSISTANT FAMILY ROOM MANAGER MIYA ANDREWS, MARKETING COORDINATOR COURTNEY BRADSHAW, FAMILY ROOM PROGRAM COORDINATOR BARB JARVIS, FINANCE COORDINATOR HOLLY AHAUS, DATA COORDINATOR MEREDITH SIEGFRIED, CORPORATE AND FOUNDATION RELATIONS COORDINATOR CHANDRA PIPER, HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT LAKRISTEL COLLINS, FAMILY CARE SPECIALIST SARAH IBA, FAMILY CARE SPECIALIST SUSAN PECK, FAMILY ROOM ASSOCIATE JOY TATE, HOUSEKEEPER, WEST COUNTY VICKI RUCKMAN, HOUSEKEEPER, WEST PINE

OUR MISSION: To provide a home-away-from-home for families of seriously ill children

A Note from the PRESIDENT & CEO As my retirement is on the horizon, I started thinking about my experience as President of Ronald McDonald House Charities of St. Louis.

I have spent my entire career working for nonprofits. The first 10 years were spent at Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Louis, and the past 29 years at the Ronald McDonald House. Both organizations rely heavily on volunteers, and most importantly, both are managed and led by a group of volunteers who serve as the Board of Directors.

During my time at Ronald McDonald House, I have worked with 16 “bosses” who served as Board Chairs of the organization. And in addition to the Board Chairs, we have had over 175 folks serve on the Board of Directors. With many nonprofits, the Board Members may serve as one of the dysfunctional components of the organization. I’ve had many colleagues from other organizations share throughout the years that they have experienced it firsthand and deal with daily challenges. I’m grateful to share that I have never experienced it here. RMHC St. Louis Board Members are extremely dedicated, engaged, and integral to our mission.

I want to share more about the commitment I have seen at RMHC St. Louis throughout the years. We have many wonderful volunteers who continue to stay involved even after their term ends.

The person overseeing the new Ronald McDonald House Building Committee was also my first Board Chair and “boss” 29 years ago, Steve Hays. Steve has stayed active through multiple capital campaign projects for the organization. Our Let’s Make Room Capital Campaign Co-Chairs, Mike DeCola and Steve Pelch, are both past Board Chairs and served as Board Members. Even the Capital Campaign Committee is comprised of all

past Board Members – which is just awesome!

Deb Vogt, past Board Chair, led the efforts for the organization to receive significant funding through New Market Tax Credits for the new House. Further, past Board Members lead all three of our special events. On our multiple Special Event Committees, you will find quite a few past Board Members leading the charge. Many even take the time to serve families at our Ronald McDonald Family Rooms.

Every single past Board Member we approached for a capital gift said “yes.”

I would say that with most nonprofits, when a person serves on the Board and their term is up, they move on to other things and maybe to a different organization. That’s not the case with Ronald McDonald House. These folks’ dedication, leadership, and commitment do not stop when their term ends on the board.

A few years ago, one of our past Board Members made the following observation, and it is now my new favorite quote. “Ronald McDonald House Charities of St. Louis is like Hotel California.

You can check out any time you like, but you can never leave,” he said respectfully and positively about his fellow Board Alumni. Of course, anyone can leave, but in our case, they don’t.

It has been a true blessing to serve and experience so many outstanding and committed volunteers in the St. Louis Community. I am grateful to work with 16 “bosses” and 175 members to continue to serve families when they need it most.

Always Grateful,

Dan Harbaugh RMHC St. Louis President & CEO

Increasingly more families travel to St. Louis seeking life-saving care at our worldclass pediatric hospitals. When life-saving medical care is far from home, affordable accommodations help improve access to treatment, support health and well-being, and alleviate some of the financial and emotional stress of a serious illness. The New Ronald McDonald House will be one of nearly 400 locations worldwide that help families stay close to their sick children when they need to heal.

“Rest. This is one of the ‘prescriptions’ we give parents while their child is in the hospital. Without it, they aren’t as effective in advocating for and participating in their child’s care, which is so important to their health and healing. Ronald McDonald House makes it possible for families to be close by and well-rested.”

– Dr. Alexis Elward, a Pediatric Infectious Disease Physician and Chief Medical Officer at St. Louis Children’s Hospital.

RMHC St. Louis is undertaking a $34 million campaign for the construction of a new 72-bedroom Ronald McDonald House in St. Louis City. The House features an immunosuppressed wing with ten bedrooms, abundant community and family spaces and a commercial kitchen. In 2024, we will retire the aging buildings at the Park Avenue and West Pine locations. The West County Ronald McDonald House will remain fully functional. The added capacity of the new Ronald McDonald House will serve approximately 450 additional families each year - a 40% increase of capacity. We anticipate construction to be completed by summer of next year and to be fully moved in shortly after. If you haven't yet, we encourage you to drive by the new location at 4321 Chouteau Avenue, to see the continued progress of the build. The structure on the 2.6 acres at the corner of Chouteau and Tower Grove Avenues has already transformed into a point of interest in the neighborhood.

This summer, we held two elevator signings at the site for donors to leave their mark on the new House. Much like a traditional beam signing, our supporters signed the elevator well, an area of the House that will be discoverable in the future.

They also posed with a yellow "I've visited the new Ronald McDonald House" poster and enjoyed a frozen treat. Special thank you to everyone who was able to join us.

Learn more about the new St. Louis City Ronald McDonald House at rmhcstl.com/letsmakeroom or scan the QR code to the right.

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14 years later, Charlotte's mom shares how RMHC helped during one of the scariest experiences of her daughter's life

MEET CHARLOTTE The Ronald McDonald Family Room comforted Charlotte’s family after her traumatic accident when she was three years old.

In 2009, three-year-old Charlotte Hedgecorth was in her family’s home when she experienced a traumatic fall out of a secondary-story window that left her unconscious with a fractured skull.

Utterly shocked and living a parent’s worst nightmare, Charlotte’s mom Becky rushed to her daughter’s side to get her immediate care.

“I’ll never forget what it felt like running down those stairs, picturing the landscaping bricks we had just installed below the window and terrified that my baby girl might be dead. It was the scariest time of my life,” says Becky.

The ambulance arrived quickly to transport little Charlotte to Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Charles to evaluate her injuries. After thoughtfully examining Charlotte, doctors transported her to SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital.

After running tests, doctors informed Becky and Charlotte’s dad Carlos that their daughter had

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no brain damage but would need a temporary, dissolvable plate inserted in her skull and would fully recover after.

“I think I breathed for the first time in hours when the surgeon explained my baby was going to be okay,” says Becky. "They also informed us that she was lucky the garden statue broke her fall because she may have taken the blunt force impact in her neck or spine."

Charlotte’s family spent several days in the hospital before and after her Craniotomy surgery - leaving them exhausted and uncomfortable.

“We spent days in waiting rooms trying to entertain our five and eight-year-old sons comfortably,” says Becky. “When we weren’t by Charlotte’s side, Carlos and I spent our nights in the waiting room, unable to rest amidst other families coming and going and hospital machines incessantly beeping.”

After two restless nights camping in the small

waiting room, a nurse informed Becky and Carlos about the Ronald McDonald Family Room on the fifth floor.

“We were amazed when we went in! A kind volunteer welcomed us and told us about all the comforts they had to offer. I was weeping with exhaustion and gratitude,” says Becky.

Becky was familiar with Ronald McDonald House Charities by seeing the donation boxes inside local McDonald’s Restaurants. Still, she was unaware of the kind of hospitality families received while utilizing the space.

“The Family Rooms provided snacks, games, toys for the boys to play with, and gifts to take to their sissy. They offered comfortable seats, a large sofa if we needed to nap, toothbrushes, and other toiletries. It was such a welcome respite from the cold waiting rooms,” says Becky.

She explains further how lucky they were to have family members and the community unite to support Charlotte's recovery.

“We needed each other, and everyone visited to help in any way. It felt like the whole world was rooting for Charlotte to get better,” says Becky.

Charlotte is now 17 years old and has fully recovered, with only a small scar under her hair as a reminder of the accident. She and her family continue to support Ronald McDonald House Charities to show their gratitude for all the support they received during their family’s challenging experience.

“My office started a new initiative with a mission to give away monthly donations to employee-nominated charities through the end of the year. It was an honor to nominate RMHC and present them with a $1,000 donation,” says Becky.

Becky expresses how much Ronald McDonald House Charities enormously impacted her family. She says thinking back brings her to tears recalling how she got through that difficult time with the help and support of the Ronald McDonald Family Room inside SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital. ■

CHECK OUT OUR CURRENT

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Our volunteers make a difference in the lives of seriously ill children and their families by donating their time and talents.

We need your help. Learn more about our areas of opportunity below:

RONALD MCDONALD FAMILY ROOM Volunteers are needed for a variety of shifts throughout the week at our Family Room inside Mercy Hospital St. Louis.

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE Volunteers are needed for evening and weekday shifts at our three Ronald McDonald Houses.

MEALS FROM THE HEART

Volunteer groups are needed to prepare or deliver a meal for guest families at all three locations.

For more information, please contact McKenna Bunjan, Volunteer Manager at mbunjan@rmhcstl.com or visit www.rmhcstl.com/volunteer.

Friends of the House from Cigna recently visited the West County Ronald McDonald House for a day of service. We are so grateful for their help!

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2023 SPECIAL EVENTS RECAP 19TH ANNUAL TAB TOP PANDEMONIUM SATURDAY, MAY 6

Location: Ronald McDonald House, 3450 Park Ave., St. Louis, MO 63104

On Saturday, May 6, tab top collectors participated in a drivethru style event at the Park Ave Ronald McDonald House. During the day, collectors dropped off their tab tops, brass keys, and electronics to be recycled by partner Didion Orf and turned into a monetary donation for the House! Over 6,000 pounds of tabs were collected during the event!

38TH ANNUAL RMH GOLF TOURNAMENT & DINNER AUCTION ■ JUNE 4 & 5 LOCATION: Meadowbrook Country Club

We kicked off the summer with the Ronald McDonald House Golf Tournament and Dinner Auction, presented by Seeger Toyota, at Meadowbrook Country Club. On Sunday evening, guests enjoyed various food stations, live/silent auctions, and raffles. On Monday, over 200 golfers spanning two flights participated in the tournament. Thank you to our committee, sponsors, donors and volunteers who make this event a success.

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THANKS FOR A SUCCESSFUL YEAR 23RD ANNUAL KIDS & CLAYS TOURNAMENT AND AUCTION AUGUST 24-25 & OCTOBER 4 LOCATION: NILO Farms & The Smith The 23rd Annual Kids & Clays Tournament and Dinner Auction, presented by ARCO Construction, was back this year with a three-day event! In August, the regularly scheduled 84-target sporting clays two-day tournament at NILO was a success! Our dinner auction was rescheduled to October where guests enjoyed dinner, auction items, a band, and more! Thank you to our committee, sponsors, donors and volunteers who made this event possible.

30TH ANNUAL SCRAMBLE FOR CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

LOCATION: The Country Club at The Legends Most recently, we hosted our 30th Annual Scramble for Charity Golf Tournament, presented

by McDonald’s, at The Legends Country Club. Over 330 golfers joined us on the course. As always, a highlight of the event was the Ladies of McDonald's tent featuring over 20 raffle items! We are 30thANNIVERSARY so grateful for our committee, sponsors, donors and volunteers GOLF TOURNAMENT for another great event!

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Building Blocks BUILDING THE FOUNDATION FOR OUR SUCCESS Our Building Blocks are those who sponsor RMHC special events with gifts of $1,000 or more, or host third-party events that raise $1,000. By underwriting and hosting these fundraisers, Building Blocks help fund our core programs while reducing expenses. The list below features Building Blocks from January through September 2023.

105.7 The Point Aetna Alpha Delta Pi - Eta Nu Chapter Alvaria Inc. AME Constructors Anders CPAs + Advisors ARCO National Construction Company, Inc. Armanino Arrow Box Company AssuredPartners of Missouri Automatic Controls Equipment Systems, Inc. BSI Constructors Inc Burns & McDonnell Engineering Co., Inc. Carpet Creations + Flooring Design, Inc. Carrollton Bank Charles E. Jarrell Contracting Co., Inc. Christian Foods Partnership City Lighting Products Co. Clare and Lee Renz Clayton Financial Group Coldwell Banker Realty - Gundaker Collins and Hermann, Inc. Concord Village Lions Community Services Foundation, Inc. Contegra Construction Company, LLC Continental Title of Missouri CSG West CSI Leasing Dana and Tim Bacich Deeken Properties, LLC Denis A. Backer Dillard's

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Full Care, Inc. G. S. & S. Construction Co. Gardens of Grace Golden State Foods Green Street Haberberger Mechanical Contractors Kelly and Dan Harbaugh Hemphill Financial Group, Inc. Husch Blackwell LLP ISC Contracting IUOE Local #148 J.M. Family Enterprises, Inc. Kadean Construction Company KCI Construction Co. KeeleyCares KPMG LLP Lewis Rice, LLC M&H Gas, LLC M1 Bank Martin Brower Maryville University McCain Foods McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. McDonald's McDonald's Co-op of Metro St. Louis, Inc. Mercy Kids MessageSpring, Inc. Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council Midland Optical Midwest Equipment Company Midwest Valve & Controls, Inc. MILO Architectural Solutions, Inc. Moneta Nexstep Financial Group, LLC

Northstar Management Co., L.L.C. Novus International, Inc. Packaging Concepts, Inc. Parkside Financial Bank & Trust Paul Simon Jr. Impact Foundation Piros Signs, Inc. Precision Daylighting, Inc. Prosper CPAs Protective Asset Protection Rawlings Group Rob Hamann Agency Inc. Rosch Company Royale Orleans RubinBrown LLP Schwoeppe Machine & Tool Seeger Toyota Select Marketing St. Louis Italian Invitational Golf Tournament for Charities Stephen B. Altmann The Coca-Cola Company The Gori Law Firm, P.C. The Lawrence Group The Village Bar TJ Wies Contracting Triad Bank Trophy Properties & Auction Tyson Foods Walgreens Willert Home Products Wilson's Structural Steel Wood Financial Partners/Huntleigh Client Group World Wide Technology Inc. Zeller Technologies

VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: MEGAN MURPHY SLU student creates meaningful moments of fun for guest families at the West Pine Ronald McDonald House.

Megan Murphy is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of those facing health challenges. She is a medical assistant in obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN) and a sophomore at Saint Louis University (SLU). In her spare time, Megan volunteers at Ronald McDonald House Charities of St. Louis.

“I was drawn to Ronald McDonald House Charities because of the significant impact the organization has on families and children during difficult times. Witnessing the support and care provided to families in need through RMHC left a strong impression on me,” Megan said.

Volunteering at the Ronald McDonald House has been a part of Megan’s life for as long as she can remember. In elementary school, she was a Girl Scout, and often, her troop would come to volunteer for the House. As a freshman at St. Louis University, she joined the Alpha Delta Pi sorority, which has over a 40-year partnership with RMHC. The Alpha Delta Pi sorority started a We Believe Campaign, an RMHC Endowment established by the foundation. The endowment allows the sorority to support Houses that do not have an ADPI chapter nearby, new Houses being built, existing Houses being renovated, and Family Rooms that are being expanded and renovated.

“After a breakfast event with my sorority at the West Pine House last fall, I fell in love with the atmosphere and the dedicated staff,” says Megan.

“That’s when I decided to commit to volunteering on a regular basis.”

Megan’s role at RMHC St. Louis has evolved.

She started as a meal preparer, then transitioned to a weekly house cleaner, and now she oversees weekly activity day at our West Pine Ronald McDonald House for guest families.

“The more time I spent with the families and children, I discovered my true passion and decided that what I really wanted to do was organize and participate in weekly activities, providing opportunities to engage with the families and create enjoyable experiences for them,” Megan said.

Her weekly activities range from bouncy houses, Kona Ice, the bubble bus, movie nights, arts and crafts, and game nights.

“When I plan activities for the families, it’s a fun and collaborative process. It starts with assessing the interest and needs of the children and families we serve while ensuring that our activities are engaging and accessible to all,” Megan said.

Megan encourages those in the community to volunteer for RMHC St. Louis because the experience is rewarding. She expresses how the opportunity can create meaningful moments for the families and children who rely on RMHC St. Louis support.

“The staff at RMHC is unfailingly appreciative of any interest in helping, whether it's on a monthly, biweekly, or even weekly basis. Your unique talents and abilities, regardless of your professional background, can be put to good use here,” Megan said. ■

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HOW TO HELP AT The McGift Shoppe Our annual McGift Shoppe provides a place for RMHC guest families to shop free-of-charge for loved ones during the month of December, easing the pain of being away from home for the holidays. The McGift Shoppe is operated by our volunteers and depends on donations, which can be dropped off at any of our three Houses. Because some children are immune-suppressed, all items must be new and unwrapped. For more information, please contact Clare Burke, at 314-880-8371 or cburke@rmhcstl.com.

HOLIDAY WISH LIST CHILDREN & TEENS

Action figures and accessories Popular, trendy kids’ gifts Dolls (not Barbie) Lego sets Bath and Body Works gift sets Makeup kits Jewelry and fashion watches Headphones & speakers Nintendo Switch video game systems Sporting equipment Blues or Cardinals apparel Gift cards: iTunes, Amazon, Apple, Best Buy, Target or Wal-Mart

FAMILY VISIT OUR HOLIDAY PAGE TO LEARN MORE

Gift certificates to Target or Wal-Mart Gift cards for gasoline or groceries

INFANTS & TODDLERS

Push, pull and musical toys Fisher Price and Playskool toys Infant clothes (preemie - 12 months)

ADULTS

Perfume and aftershave sets Bath and body gift sets Small coolers (collapsible type) Luggage (lightweight and easy to store) Small crossbody purses Kitchen & grilling supplies

GIFT SUPPLIES

Bows and ribbon Tape Wrapping paper & gift tags Gift bags & tissue paper

Cookbooks for a Cause Cooking and entertaining are a little more meaningful knowing that you are helping keep RMHC families together. We are so grateful to share we are partnering with Dillard's for another holiday season! Now through December 24, the Southern Living Christmas Cookbook will be sold nationwide to benefit 77 local RMHC Chapters, including Ronald McDonald House Charities of St. Louis!

Learn more about this amazing cookbook at dillards.com.

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THE HOLIDAYS RMHC Holiday Cards & Inserts Let family, friends, coworkers and clients know you’re thinking of them this holiday season by making a donation to RMHC St. Louis in their name(s). Holiday tribute cards feature a wreath design, read “Happy Holidays” and are signed and mailed by RMHC to a list provided by you. Prefer to send your own cards? Our holiday card inserts are flat note cards that acknowledge your tribute gift and can be placed inside your own holiday cards. A donation of at least $5 per card or insert is suggested. Inserts also read “Happy Holidays” and feature the same wreath design, pictured right.

Visit rmhcstl.com/holidays or contact Miya Andrews at 314-932-4116 or mandrews@rmhcstl.com for more information.

Meals from the Heart: Updates Coming Soon!

Our Meals from the Heart program will be changing over the next year to support the operations of the new St. Louis City Ronald McDonald House. Our team is hard at work finalizing the new program and volunteer opportunities. Please be sure to watch out for more information in the up coming months. In the meantime, we still need your help providing nightly meals for guest families at all three of our locations.

Learn more and sign up today at rmhcstl.com/meals.

Decorating for the holidays? Don’t throw away your old or broken holiday lights - donate them instead! Thanks to Didion Orf Recycling, your old lights can be turned into a monetary donation to RMHC. You can recycle holiday lights, extension cords, PC towers, network gear, cell phones, laptops, power adapters, chargers, or office phones. For more information, visit rmhcstl.com/recycle.

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The Benson Family

Keeping Families Close WHEN THEY NEED IT MOST In January 2023, the Benson family left their home in Iowa for 14-yearold Karlee to receive treatment in St. Louis for anorexia. Having a child in the hospital is difficult, but having the best care for them over six hours from home adds more stress.

Karlee entered McCallum Place severely malnourished.

On January 9, she was 5ft 7in and only weighed 107 pounds. Her lowest weight was 104 pounds over Christmas break. Their family needed somewhere to be close to totally focus on Karlee’s treatment and rehabilitation. Ronald McDonald House was their refuge.

“We’ve had major blessings and Ronald McDonald House is one of the major blessings,” says Mandi, Karlee’s mom. By taking away some of the hardships of balancing an illness, families can focus on what matters most - their child.

“Ronald McDonald House is open for everyone,” says Mandi. “This is The House that Love Built.”

Scan the QR code to donate now.

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HOME AWAY 2023 Appeal

FROM HOME YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS The Home Away from Home Appeal provides the financial foundation for the annual operation of our three Ronald McDonald Houses and four Ronald McDonald Family Rooms.

The actual cost of a family’s one-night stay at the Ronald McDonald House is $125; however, we ask families to contribute just a small fraction of that amount. Due to mounting medical bills and other uninsured living expenses, 70% cannot afford even this contribution - but no family is ever turned away if they are unable to pay.

Your gift will help us continue to serve children and their families. To make a contribution to the 2023 Home Away from Home Appeal, please use the donation envelope attached to this newsletter. To make a gift online, visit us at rmhcstl.com/homeawayfromhome.

Those who give $1,000 or more will become members of our .

THANKS TO FRIENDS, LIKE YOU, KARLEE NEVER HAD TO FEEL ALONE.

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COMMUNITY FUNDRAISERS Thank you to all of the individuals, organizations and corporations that hosted fundraisers on behalf of RMHC St. Louis. We appreciate your generosity!

1 McCarthy Softball Tournament

3 Schwoeppe Machine & Tool

Orlean's Mardi Gras Party 2 Royale In February Royale Orleans celebrated Mardi Gras

Southern Living Cookbook 4 Dillard's Annually, RMHC St. Louis receives a generous

McCarthy Building Companies, inc. has been a wonderful partner to RMHC St. Louis for years and in 2023 we were lucky enough to be beneficiaries of a softball fundraiser the company hosted. We are so grateful to be a part of such a generous community.

on behalf of RMHC St. Louis. This party featured the Facts O’Life band and held a silent auction that raised over $4,400 to support our mission.

Fundraising on behalf of RMHC St. Louis for over three years we are so grateful for the generous support from Schwoeppe Machine & Tool. In 2023, Schwoeppe Machine & Tool raised over $2,300 for RMHC St. Louis!

donation from Holiday Southern Living Cookbook sales available at Dillard’s. In 2022 these sales raised over $3,500 for families of seriously ill children staying in one of our Houses or utilizing a Family Room. You can participate in 2023 by purchasing your own cookbook at Dilliard’s this holiday season.

For more information about our Caring Partners Program and how you can get involved, visit rmhcstl.com/thirdpartyfundraisers.

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DONNY FANDANGO'S FINAL 28-HOUR RADIOTHON In June, Donny Fandango hosted his 13th Annual and final 28-Hour Radiothon on 105.7 The Point. With the community's help calling in for song requests, on-air business plugs, and shoutouts, the fundraiser ended with a record-breaking total of $93,321.

Raising his multi-year total to over $550,000 for RMHC St. Louis!

"I am incredibly thankful to our listeners for making this a HUGE deal! The outpouring of support and donations every single year is something that I'm so grateful for, especially these past ten years benefitting the Ronald McDonald House Charities of St. Louis. This organization has become near and dear to my heart."

Donny Fandango is an on-air host hosting the midday show from 10 am-2 pm weekdays on 105.7 The Point, a St. Louis, Missouri rock radio station. Donny has been a DJ on “The Point” for over 20 years – and besides hosting his popular weekday show – he also hosts “New Music Sundays” on Sunday evenings, focusing on new music and artists worldwide.

Donny has been a friend of Ronald McDonald House Charities of St. Louis for over a decade. During those years, he has supported the charity by hosting an annual “28-Hour Radiothon” fundraiser for families who utilize the services at our St. Louis-area Ronald McDonald Houses and Family Rooms while their child seeks treatment at a local pediatric hospital.

Instead of his usual four-hour show, Donny has stayed live each year, broadcasting for 28 straight hours in-studio!

"I've been given this platform, and I feel like if I didn't do something good with it, then what good is it to have the platform," Donny says.

Donny expresses that he first got involved with

RMHC 12 years ago when he visited the West Pine Ronald McDonald House.

"From the moment that I walked in, it was incredibly apparent to me that those parents were going through something that I had never gone through as a parent," Donny says. "They were dealing with things that I could not fathom, and I could see that in their faces."

From that point forward, he put himself in the parents' shoes. As a parent himself, he shares he has so much empathy for the parents dealing with the realities of a sick child.

"At the end of the day, I want to do things that make my wife, my kiddos, and my parents proud of me," Donny says.

Donny expresses that he couldn't have done it without his co-workers at 105.7 The Point and the help of Ronald McDonald House Charities staff and volunteers. Each year, they assist Donny with answering calls and keeping him company as he stays up for 28 hours.

This year was Donny's last year hosting the Radiothon, but he says he looks forward to figuring out another way to continue to support families of seriously ill children.

At RMHC, we are incredibly grateful to have such an outstanding friend of the House like Donny. Over the years, we've honored Donny for his continued support to serving families by dedicating a bench in his honor at our West County Ronald McDonald House and during the 2022 Cornerstone Society Celebration.

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2023 Kids & Clays Tournament

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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: RYAN MIDDLETON

eoria, Illinois, native Ryan Middleton moved to St. Louis in 2000 to work as a grounds keeper for the St. Louis Cardinals and as a video editor for the St. Louis Rams while attending night school at Washington University. With an already busy schedule, Ryan quickly connected with Ronald McDonald House Charities volunteers and got involved with the Kids & Clays Tournament and Dinner Auction committee, where he combined his love of the outdoors with giving back to the community.

As a committee member, Ryan passionately served as the Silent Auction Chair for the Dinner Auction and supported day-of logistics during the tournament.

“Every experience I’ve had with the charity has been special. I am so appreciative of the connections I made during my time at RMH with close friends and mentors like Phil Brown and Dan Harbaugh,” says Ryan. “After graduating from Washington University in 2008, I applied for a position at World Wide Technology, and I’m thankful my friends at RMHC put in a good word for me. I’ve been with the company since.”

After multiple promotions at World Wide Technology, Ryan moved to Seattle, Washington, for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity with his wife, Chrissy, to pursue an outside sales position. Sadly, they had to say, “See you later” to their second

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family at Ronald McDonald House.

Ryan and Chrissy have enjoyed the West Coast raising their children, Colton and Evelyn, for the past ten years. Wanting to reconnect with his favorite charity, this year Ryan flew to St. Louis to join us for the 23rd Annual Kids & Clays Tournament at NILO Farms in August.

“There were so many familiar faces at the tournament. I look forward to creating more memories with my kids as we get involved again to teach them about the misson” says Ryan. “For me, it’s all about the people, and I’m blessed to know friends who want to raise money to support families going through difficult times.”

At Ronald McDonald House Charities, we are grateful to Ryan for his years of service, for reconnecting with us, and for involving his family in support of our mission. He is truly an example of what makes our volunteers so special. If you are considering donating your time or talents, we leave you with these words of encouragement from Ryan: “It’s a great group of people and a great cause. It doesn’t matter the amount of time or the amount of money you donate or can raise.

You will have an impact if it’s an hour a year or an hour a month. Start small. Take it from me: the more you get involved, the more you’ll want to stay around.” ■

HEARTWARMING MOMENTS We were thrilled to share these special moments with our guest families!

Honk, Honk!

Take me out to the ballgame!

RMHC has a new box truck proudly featuring our logo.

Now volunteers and staff can deliver in style for our families.

Thanks, Round-Up for the new ride!

Nico got the chance to catch a baseball at Busch Stadium! We love that his family is making memories while exploring St. Louis together.

A Fun Night Out

Colton Parayko's foundation, Project 55, donated St. Louis Blues tickets to the Ronald McDonald Houses for guest families to attend. Thanks, Colton!

Tab-tastic!

Our partners at Didion-Orf Recycling visited the Park Avenue House to present a $8,500 check from Tab Top Pandemoinum.

A HEARTFELT THANK YOU To express gratitude to our outstanding supporters, RMHC St. Louis hosts two appreciation events each year, the Cornerstone Society Celebration and the Volunteer Appreciation Night. The following Appreciation Event Sponsors continue to allow RMHC St. Louis to celebrate the contributions of some of our largest donors and ensure their gifts are put toward the families we serve.

PRESENTING SPONSOR

PLATINUM SPONSOR

Donald H. and Mary Jane Buchanan Foundation GOLD SPONSORS McDonald's Moneta Simons and Cordes Group at UBS

St. Louis Children's Hospital World Pediatric Project

SILVER SPONSORS Gardens of Grace Graybar Swiecicki & Muskett, LLC

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The following donors have contributed to the Let’s Make Room Capital Campaign between January 1, 2019, and July 31, 2023.

Patricia Abel Jane Abeln Michelle Abounader Karen and Denny Ahal Karen and Loren Ahaus Kathleen and Larry Albright Sara and Steven Alstadt Dorothy Altmann Jan and Harry Amann Peter Ambrose Mary Lou Anderson Andrew Armstrong Nancy and Dick Arnoldy Dana and Donald Bacich Dana and Tim Bacich Sue and Dennis Backs Barbara Ball Jerry Bamberger Marcia Barasch Diane and Jeff Barone Heather and Jay Bartling Debbra and John Bartman Anna and Ben Barton David Baumstark Janet and Jack Baumstark John Baumstark, Jr. Tracy Bautista Tracy and Scott Bazoian Pamela Bearden Edward Beck Andy Bell Laura and Peter Benoist Nancy Benson Elizabeth Mannen Berges and James Berges Jean and Wayne Berry Lisa Berry Patrick Berry Ellen and Steve Beshore Janice and Larry Bigard John Biggers Marie and Stu Block Shirley and Barry Boeker Tom Boland Ernestine and Rene Bolduc Mary Bolesta Cindy and Dave Boschert Mary and Ken Bower Alice Brammeier Lynn and Dave Brandt Charlene and Patrick Brennan Pat and Audrey Britt Dawsey Brown Reneisha and Del Brown Sandy and Phil Brown Tammy and Shawn Buchanan Claudia and Paul Buckman Susan and Harry Burack Kathleen and Michael Burke Michelle Burmann Marilyn Bush Katherine and Andy Byer

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Cherry and Jeffrey Calender Sharon and Larry Carrico Susan and Michael Carron Patricia and Thomas Caskanett Beth Castaneda Karen and Jim Castellano Michael Castellano Donna and Phil Catanzaro Richard Charow Phyllis Cherrick Dawn Christoffersen and Jared Minkoff Louise and Thomas Cini Patricia Codden Frank Cognata Carol Collier Rebecca and Jeff Cook Joyce and Tom Cornwell Jane and Randy Cosby Lisa and Tom Cradick Dr. Mary M. Cradock and Stuart Yancey Kelsey and Austin Cripe John Crotty Allison and Jim Cunningham Lacey and Jason Currington Jill and Mike Dal Pozzo Ashleigh and Kyle Darnell Donna and Marty Davis Lee and Mike DeCola Gloria and Gary Deeken Angela and Patrick Dees Susan and Frank Dellaquila Joe Demko Donna J. Deschepper Vicki and Steve Deutsch Rita and Greg Diekemper Terri and Craig Diliberto Ida and Donald Doerr Mary and Mike Donovan Kathy and William Donze Rebecca and Stephen Donze Crystal and Shawn Dryden Erika and Kevin Eckert John Eckert Katie and Cully Eisenbeis Joan and Dave Elhoffer Jack Elliot Nicole and Brandon Elzea Maureen and Joe Eppy JoAnn and Duane Evans Linda and Steve Fahrig Lelia and David Farr Barbara Farrel Glenda and James Fiala Karoline and Carol Fincher Connie and Jim Finger Susan Finklein Terri and Jerry Flagg Paula and John Forir Lotta and Jeff Fox

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Friends of RMHC Anne and Dale Gansz Carol and Kenneth Gapsch Beverly and Mark Garner Janice and Troy Garriott Lee Garven Sean Geoghegan Lois Gerschefske Andrea and Dave Giarla Dawn and Chris Giarla Barbara and David Gifford Vickie and Nick Gilb Liz and Ron Gingerich Jan and John Glunt Joan and Roger Golden Harvey A. Greenstein Angie and Brian Greer Brian Guntli Bonnie and Bud Hall Marlena and Derek Hall Brak and Dale Hallerberg Jill and Sam Hamacher Debbie and Rick Hanak Lisa and Jim Hannon Liz and Brian Hansen Kelly and Dan Harbaugh Mark Harbaugh Ginny and Joe Hartman Kathy and David Hawkins Kathy and Steve Hays Vickie and Tom Heeger Cindy and Mark Heffernan Jessica and Dan Hegger Barbara Hehmeyer Cheryl and Kenneth Hellman Lynn and Steve Hellwege Mary Pat and Rich Hennicke Julie and Steven Herberholt Annie and Kevin Herr Georgey and Craig Herron Roy Hershberger Nancy and John Hillhouse Charlotte and Tom Hillmeyer Tricia and Joe Hilty Ronald Hobbs Amy and Eric Holland Diane and Steve Holste Bridget Hoy Beardsley and Iain Beardsley Jason Huff Kathryn Hunt Sue and Scott Hunt Deborah Huntley Sandi and Klaus Illian Sandy and John Irace Tony Irace Joeanna Jackson Barb and Phil Jarvis Alicia and Brian Jett Charla and Cyril Johannes Betty and James Joly Carol and Ryan Jones

Karen and Dr. Joseph Kahn Edith Kapfensteiner Lisa and Scott Karchunas Kendra and Sirus Karimi John Kasino Alison and Derick Kaspar James Kavanaugh Heather and Dave Kellar Tami and Gregory Keller John Kelley Arthur F. Kerckhoff III Curtis King Virginia and Gary Kirwin Debbie and Mike Klak Barbara and Steven Klingler Susan Klukis Susan and Patrick Knoll Kathy and Bill Knoop Kim and Joe Koenig Marcia and Donald Koenig Mary and Mark Kohlberg James Koman Virginia Kraichely Michele and Fred Kratky Delores and Joe Kube Maria and Don Kukla Connie and Bob Kuntz Emily and Ryan Kuryla Laura and James Lally James E. Lamont Michelle and Ryan Lane Jane Langa Miller Tracy and Jack Lawson Katie and Jacob Layman Rebecca and Daniel Leary Kathy and Matt Lenauer Robin and Chris Lenauer Elizabeth and Phillip Levy Julia and Pete Lilly Jackie and Marty Lipsitz Nancy Loftus Andrea and Don Lohse Mary and Mike Long April and Douglas Lopinot Kay and Gerry Love Felice and Michael Lowenbaum Brian Lucido Janice and Todd Lumsden Kathy and Christian Luxardo Nadine and Jose Macias Barbi and Bill Macon Dr. Steven J. Malter Jed Manocherian Diane and Dan Mantych Anne and David Margrabe Linda Marr Kathleen and Toby Martin Cheryl and Jim Mather Rita and Ralph Mathews Jan and Bob Matteson Andrew Mayer Jenny and Greg McArthy

Marlene and Thomas McBride Jane and James McCabe Diana and Daniel McCoy Linda McGlothlin Rachel and Jacob McGuire Candace McLaughlin Sue McLaughlin Brigette and Tom McMillin Karen and John Meara Brenda and Richard Meuser Denise and Bob Meyer Judith and Whity Meyer Tammie and Alan Meyer Paula and Harold Miles Joan and Patrick Miller Julie and Joe Miller Jan and Vincent Misuraca Alice and John Mohr Stephanie and Dr. Charles Moon Andrea Mooneyham-Fink Mary Jo and Danny Moriarty Mary and Jim Mosby Margie and Bill Moskoff Jan and Dean Mueller Vickie and Chris Mueller Larry Mulconnery Cathy and Birch Mullins Cynthia and Aidan Murphy Elizabeth and John Murphy Michele Muscarella-Harmon and Art Harmon Mary Nelson Patricia Newby Leslie and Charles Nicolais Lynne Nikolaisen Patricia and Steve Noles Kathleen and Robert O'Brien Dr. Joseph Olk Jill and Dave Oller Janet Olliges-Swayne Janice and Samuel Orlando Katherine and Jeffrey Orloff Pat and John Ott Lynne and Michael Owens Renee and Kevin Pajda Heidi and Thomas Payton Jane and Dave Peacock Robert Peat Beth and Steve Pelch Donna Peterson Joan Seidel-Petralia and John Petralia Jacque Phillips and Ken Tharp Charlotte and Robert Pickett Sue and Joel Picus Heather Piskorowski Mary Pixley Nancy and Allan Poole Brandi and Jacob Presti Peggy and Jim Proctor Gayle and Doyle Putney Donna and Robert Puyear Cathy Quattrone and George Koors Kelly Quinlisk Allison and Naeem Qureshi Carol Rafsky Megan and Richard Rafuse

Daniel Reardon Cathy and Tim Reeves Donna Regan Barbara and Tom Reich Kenneth Reinke Clare and Lee Renz Tracey Reynolds and Timothy Reich Elaine Ribas Dr. Maureen and John Riffle Paula and Rodger Riney Joanne and James Ringland Beth and Donald Roberts Lisa and Joe Roddy Kim and Mike Rogers Ellyn Rosenblum and Tom Self Nancy and Donald Ross Melinda and Robert Rudy Darcie and Steve Rueschhoff Mary and Zsolt Rumy Rita Rundquist Louis Russo Christine and Dave Sadler Barry Sandweiss Mary and Tom Santel Meredith and Michael Santoni Alisa and John Sattem Barbara and Conor Sauer Trudy Schauster Lynn and Bob Schenck Matthew Scherder Barbara Schieler Lori and Keith Schieler Joan and Mark Schlichter Russ Schmidt Sherry Schmidt Mary Colleen Schoendienst Judy and Lee Schuler Beth and Patrick Schumann Jill and Roger Schurig Janice Schweiss Wendy and Terry Schwent Susan and Michael Scully Kim and Brad Seabaugh Amy and Seth Seitz Glenda and Jim Seldin Marge and Mark Seldin Mohammad Shahid Wanda and Johnny Shipley Esther and Paul Shirk Michelle and Mark Shukwit Emily Siddens Sheryl and Alan Siedhoff Barbara and Lynn Sigler Susan and Ben Slemmer Peggy and Patrick Sly Phoebe and Stephen Smith George Solovic Ashley and Jim Souers Eric Spalding Willi Splisgardt Linda and Jim Sramek Ronell Starr Tracey and Brent Stevens Danna and Steve Stone Michael Stuart Tracy and Matthew Stupakewicz Sharon Summary

Dana and Brent Sutter Cindy and Ray Swaback Lisa and Kirk Syberg Emily Tetrault Cricket and Tom Tevlin Nancy Thompson Katie and John Thorman Ely and Ed Thurmond Barbara and Jim Tomlinson Dave Tornetto Linda and John Tracy Kara and Brian Travers Keely and Kevin Travers Deirdre and Douglas Traynor Ardie and Bob Trost Lisa and Mike Trube Sally and Scott Tumilty Beverly and Donald Turner Kathy and Richard Turner Kristi and Aaron Ungerer Carla Valenti and Mike Boland Laurie and Ray Van De Riet Jennifer Voelker Deborah Vogt Karen Volkman Susie and Joe Vollmer Cindy Wahl Leslie and Nelson Wainwright Marci and Eddie Wanner Jo Ann and John Wehmeier Karen and Erv Weinmeister Michelle and Jeff Weiss Doris and James Welch Paul Wellman Estate Jane and Rick Westermeier Janet and Jimmy Williams Derek Winters Rudolph Wise Estate Lynn and Daniel Witthaus Cheri and Brian Wuertz Paddie and Mark Wunderlich Jennifer and Andrew Yoffie David Zabel Pavel Zakharov Albrecht Family Foundation Ameren Argos Family Office Bank of America Bank of America Matching Gift Beckemeier LeMoine Law BJC Healthcare Blues for Kids Foundation Boswell Foundation Bunge North America Cass Commercial Bank Clark's Snacks Connor's Cause Dana Brown Charitable Trust Danis Charitable Trust Drury Family Foundation Edward Jones Enterprise Bank & Trust Enterprise Holdings Foundation Fixture Contracting Floodman Law LLC Franklin Family Foundation

Harlene and Marvin Wool Foundation HBM Holdings Holland Construction Services, Inc. Home Builders Association Hunt Environmental Services Immanuel Lutheran Church James and Linda Yust Family Foundation Jefferson Foundation Karsh Family Foundation Kent Family Foundation Lewis Rice, LLC McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. McDonald's Co-op of Metro St. Louis, Inc. Local McDonald's Round-Up Customers McKelvey Homes Medical Transportation Mgmt., Inc Midwest Equipment Company Milestone Church Moneta OE 148 Charitable Fund Ollie Hinkle Heart Foundation Painters & Allied Trades for Children's Hope Paul Simon Jr Impact Foundation Perry Agricultural Laboratory, Inc PNC Foundation Project 55 Protective Life Corporation Red Shoe Society Ronald McDonald House Charities of Tri-State Co-op SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital St. Louis Children's Hospital Steven Lanter Charitable Foundation Stifel, Nicolaus & Company Inc. Textron Charitable Trust The Cardinal Foundation The J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foundation, Inc. The Northern Trust Company - St. Louis The Shaughnessy Family Foundation The Smith Family Foundation The Staenberg Family Foundation The Western Group Tracy Family Foundation Tri Cut Lawn Care LLC Triad Bank Trinity Logistics US Bank William T. Kemper Foundation Wilson's Structural Steel WSDC Foundation

MEET JIMMY WILLIAMS A McDonald's Owner/Operator who lives his life to serve others.

As a teenager, Jimmy began serving at the front counter in a McDonald’s restaurant in Granite City, Illinois. His experience at McDonald’s taught him the value of hard work and laid a foundation of experiences that would one day lead him to opportunities he could not have imagined at the time. Jimmy credits his earliest mentor, Dr. Ben Davis, for guiding him along his journey to becoming a McDonald's Owner/Operator.

After graduating from McDonald’s Hamburger University, Jimmy enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served as a pilot. His military experience lit a passion for teamwork and mentorship.

In 1996, several St. Louis business people who learned about Jimmy’s desire to own a franchise helped him join the McDonald’s training program. Two years later, Jimmy owned the same McDonald’s in Granite City, where he used to work the front counter.

Since then, his franchise has grown to 25 stores in Missouri and Illinois with over 1,500 employees.

“The Granite City restaurant is much more than a place to eat. It represents a hub of the community, a place where people not only get a cup of coffee, but they take the time to see each other and say hello to one another,” says Jimmy.

Jimmy continues his service to the overall bi-state area through his involvement in Ronald

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McDonald House Charities of St. Louis and other community boards. He and his wife, Janet, have been involved with RMHC for 20 years through various roles on committees and the Board of Directors, including the Let’s Make Room Capital Campaign Committee for the new St. Louis City Ronald McDonald House. Jimmy has also worked to implement Round-Up in his stores, encouraging customers and crew members to support RMHC. “Raising awareness about the need for RMHC is one of my favorite parts of the RMHC family.

When people understand the importance of the mission, they want to give. They want to support families with seriously ill children who need a temporary place to stay. I’m proud to be a part of this effort,” says Jimmy. “Our crews say that they understand the purpose of their efforts through the Round-up program. Their efforts mean more families can be helped!”

From his outstanding leadership effort, Jimmy received the Fred L. Turner Golden Arch Award, named after the person who, along with Ray Kroc, grew McDonald’s from a small chain of restaurants into today’s global brand. The award is presented biennially to the top 1% of owners/operators globally who place customers and people first, lead with integrity, promote

inclusion, and passionately give back to the community.

“This award is such an honor. Once again, I’m thankful for mentors who gave their time and guidance along my journey. I’m grateful for that spirit of generosity. Whether it’s spending time with youth in the Metro area or giving advice to first-time entrepreneurs, I enjoy passing along lessons I’ve learned over the years and listening to the stories of those I mentor,” says Jimmy. “The award also affirms the importance of teamwork and another key strategy: putting customers first!”

We are grateful to have such outstanding

leadership in the RMHC family through Jimmy.

He continues to invest in his crew, the next generation of entrepreneurs, his community, and the families served at the Ronald McDonald House. We believe Janet summed it up perfectly: “When you think about the mission of RMHC, it’s enough to make you want to get involved.

To see the smiles on the faces of parents and their children and to know that we’ve made a difference. It’s what we would want for our own families.” ■

NEW FACES

Meet the newest staff members of RMHC St. Louis!

MATT BORCHARDT

is thrilled to join the RMHC staff as the new Chef. Matt has a long tenure of working in the St. Louis region as a chef and just recently sold his restaurant to join the RMHC staff. Matt, his wife, and two teenage sons enjoy spending their free time camping, dining out, and relaxing in their backyard.

SUSAN PECK

is excited to join the RMHC staff as the Family Room Associate. Susan began volunteering with the charity in 2018 in the Family Room at Cardinal Glennon and loved the experience.

Previously, Susan was a Special Education Teacher and home-schooled her four children. Now that they have all graduated from High School, she wants to give back to the community. She enjoys spending time with family, singing, and playing the piano

CHANDRA PIPER

is happy to join RMHC as the Human Resources Assistant after spending eight years as a career counselor at SLU and two years working with a healthcare consulting company in their Human Resources Departments.

Outside of work, Chandra enjoys making memories with her family, baking cookies, and being active.

AMY JENNIFER (AJ) joins the RMHC organization as Assistant Family Services Manager at West County. In addition to being an artist, AJ holds a Master of Divinity from Union Theological Seminary in Richmond, VA, and has served as a Spiritual Care provider for many clinical institutions. AJ is grateful to learn evermore about life alongside her two teenage children.

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MEMORIALS The following gifts were made in memory of someone special from Jan. 1 to July 31, 2023.

Cynthia Agnello David L. Tornetto Craig Aldridge, Sr. Jeffery Laury Paige Altmann Sue and Steve Altmann Vivian Badaracco Michelle and Steve Hieger Daiel J. Bantle Cathy and Jim Glavin Vince Barrale Vera and Sonny Walker Leeann Binder Karen and Erv Weinmeister Leroy Bolton Sharon and John Buckner Bonita K. Bono Diana and Ken Bono Linda Darlene Bopp Dianne Kutis Bette and Steve Shields Thomas Boschert Mary Pixley Jessica Bradshaw Joyce Thuston Irma Briggs Elaine and John Hauck Diane Lacey Joseph Wilder Debbie and Mark Wilhelm Tom Browne Patrick Browne John Buckner, Sr. Barb and Dave Holdener Roman Bushmeyer Colin Houchins Elijah Caram Mary Pat and Rich Hennicke Jack Crede Mary Pixley Dorothy Delorenzo Bella and Paul Delorenzo Daniel DesCombes Sharon and Ron Burkhardt Julie Cubbage Devlin Ginny and Dick Shields Ross Doering Linda and Pat Garland William Doering Rosalie Engels Carl Dunham Patty and Kent Dunham Judith and Mr. Paul Maggos Linda and Steven Minor Open Door Fellowship, Inc Lisa and Jon Shrimpton Dawn Warmann Katie Warmann David Wilson Andrew Joseph Durkin Mary and Andy Pullen Robert Ebinger

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Frances Earl Suzanne Kirby Lisa Kohler June and Leo Pruente Nancy Williams John C. Eckert Erika and Kevin Eckert Jackie Eggerding Sharon and Ron Burkhardt Chase Elmendorf Carol and Terry Elmendorf James Enochs Mary Pixley Breanne Erwin Debra Erwin Liam Fangers Mickey and Rodney Avery Alaina Rose Farhatt Jean and Joseph Farhatt Rylan Foster Donna J. Deschepper Leonard Frost Vera and Sonny Walker Sandy Galik Cheryl and Brian Campbell Ruth and Roger Carnaghi Elaine and Lyndon Joost Catherine and Bruce Jung Jung Truck Service, Inc. Vicki Leombruno Tina and Thomas Partelow Kathy and Frank Rudolph Deborah and Larry Sinn Jill and Ronald Wegener Bryce Gamblin Karen Anderson Terry and Robert Lancaster Sandra and Steve Meyer Jason Saey Wayne George Kimberly George Linaya and Christopher Germann Sallie and Theodore Stern David Godat Joan Althaus Tom Goedde Emilie and David Dressler Eric Tone Michael Goldberg David L. Tornetto Beverly Govreau Shawn and Robert Bradley Keena and Tim Burnet Bob Capps Mary Lou and Donald Chamberlain Debra and Andy Dugan Brian Foster Teresa and Robert Frazier JoAnne and James Groos Marilyn Losch

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Gloria and Richard McKinney M. C. and John Ormond Vickie and Kenneth Rosenkoetter Jeanne Smith Nancy and Matthew Taylor Dianne and James Wilson Mae Goymerac Linda Royal Ken Strathmann Otto Hagemann William Albertin Pam Hanson Suzie and Gary Hartwig Robert Hanson Suzie and Gary Hartwig Doris Hawkins Kelly and Dan Harbaugh Jensen Heisel Nancy Lopez John C. Hill Shirley Chambers Mary and John Hofman Jackson Hocker Tovah Edwards Boniface Hornstein Connie and Jim Voeller Jenny Hosch Kristy Gagstetter Joan Huelsing Kim Huelsing Paige James Mary Jo Sgro Betty J Johnson Charlotte and Robert Pickett Marilyn Sue Jones Dennis Dickey Janet Rowe Kody Jordan Kathy Bazzell Bill Keyser Donna Bernier Margaret Kniepmann Cheri Batten Ted Kocot, Sr. June and Elmer Bietchert Maria Clark Bill Feldman Vicki and Tom Fuhrhop Nancy and Frank Halvachs Emma Houshmand Sandra and Tim Krumm Linda and Donald Nattier Pamela and Norman Picchioldi Diane and Michael Semanisin Angeline and Francis Souffle Marcella and Larry Spotanski Memorie and Tom Weil Jo Ann and Danny White Nicole Koenig Barnhart Chiropractic

Jane Kottemann Vera and Sonny Walker Kevin Kottemann Vera and Sonny Walker Patricia Ladi Patricia and Timothy O'Mara Betty Laramie Debbie and David Haertling Dietra Lewis Anne and Doug Albrecht Jan and Harry Amann BEX Construction Services Karen Blumenstein Brinkmann Constructors Susan Brown Linda and Robert Coerver Ann and Joe Donnelly Maureen Fehr Vicki Finn Randy Garrett Sean Geoghegan David Goode Teri and David Griege Kelly and Dan Harbaugh Connie and David Hoffman Patti and Bart Holtzman Sue Joslin Teresa and Shawn Kelly Pat Ledford Mark Litow Maher & Company PC Barbara and Brian Satterthwaite Jen and Steve Savard Suzy and Roland Schriever Jean and James Stubbs Curt Terrace Ed Thompson Greta Thompson David L. Tornetto Van de Ven CPAs Judie and James Van Hooser Arthur Weiss David Wheeler Harriet Lickhalter Ilene Osherow Christine Lightner Julia Allen Alfred Lindell Connie and Jim Voeller Kyler Linquist Kristen Hasse-Linquist Sheri Luster Terri and Craig Diliberto Becky Luther Jamie Ratz Shayley Mabury Ashley and Shayn Mabury Bonnie Mandrell Mary and Wesley Bell Julie Cannon Fryman Tree Service Inc. Susan Golden

MEMORIALS CONTINUED Sandra and Roger Griffith Kay and Ollie Mandrell Ruth Ann and Donald Nelson Karren Osbourne Rosetta and Charles Wilson Cindy May David L. Tornetto Steve Mayer Dee Dee and Butch Petit Michael Shockley Cory McArthy Jenny and Greg McArthy Douglas McKinney Sharon and John Buckner John Meers Vera and Sonny Walker Adele Merkel Hannah Boyd Jimmy Mitchell Sandra Carter Department of Pediatrics at Progress West Hospital Karen and Greg Gleason Andrea and Shaun Isringhausen Teresa Krausel Joan and Gary Mitchell Northwest Healthcare Friends Progress West Hospital Emergency Department Richard Mommsen Gwynn Loomstein Donald Moore Vera and Sonny Walker Jeanette Moser Vicki and Bob Roller Melissa Mruzik Vera and Sonny Walker Wayne Muren Joyce Muren Megan Nelson Mary Nelson Naomi Nicholas Kathryn and Clarence Schamel Joseph Nonnenkamp Dale and Tom Auffenberg Missey Condie Kathleen Coates Elizabeth de Laperouse Ann DeBerge Rita and Greg Diekemper Diana Fiddick Joan and Jerry Flynn Mary Pat and Jim Glauber David Graham Kelly and Dan Harbaugh Victoria and Thomas Hartnett Kathleen and Larry Hill Timothy Hill Jason Huff Katz Radio Group Amy Kilbury Karen and Keith Krebeck Caroline Krupp Cindy Lennox

Margaret Merkel Joan Mestres Brian Miller Maureen Murray William ONeil Sharon Pisoni Susan and Bill Pohrer Jane Quinton Carol Rafsky Bridget Rehg Sharon and Terry Saville Mary Dee and Ed Schmidt Rhonda Sciarra Frances Seward Ste. Genevieve du Bois Athletic Association Greta Thompson Deb Vogt Emily Westerholt Anne and Wayne Wilcox Mary Osterhagen Kathleen Schoellhorn Joseph Palazzo Josephine Byrne Emily Lents Parish Barbara Whitehead and James Spence Bill Patton Carol Lieb Betty Phillips Sharon and Ron Burkhardt Noah Potter Charmin and Michael Maness Robert Rasmussen Allen Family Megan and Nate Foushee Mary Lou Gannaway Marci Ihnen Christi and Ray Ihnen Patricia and Rich Lampo Norma Mueller Karen Jo Overmyer Pauline and Don Schaudt Jane Smith Rachel and Daniel Warner Terry Clifton Rebstock Judy Youngs Bradley Rench Sharon and Ron Burkhardt Allan Ritzel Leslie Ann Lesko Jack Schneiderjohn Vera and Sonny Walker Margie Schroeder Linda and Pat Garland Frank Seifried Mary and Jim Foley Donna Shuman Jo Ann Lester Andy Smith Paula and Rickey Neal James Smith Vera and Sonny Walker Ella Nora and Tiffany Souers

Susan and Lawrence Souers Wilbert "Lou" Steinhauser Nancy Duffy Robert Stinson Vera and Sonny Walker Anya Svrcek Zosia Skorko Jeanette Thiele Joyce Thuston Monica Traversone Kelly and Dan Harbaugh David L. Tornetto Nancy McCullough Trube Argos Family Office Dana and Donald Bacich Tracy Bautista Cherry and Jeffrey Calender Joe Demko Amber and Drew Dennison Roy Hershberger Tricia and Joe Hilty Kathy and Bill Knoop Linda Marr Brigette and Tom McMillin Jane and Dave Peacock Gayle and Doyle Putney Alisa and John Sattem David Schneider Dana and Brent Sutter Kristi and Aaron Ungerer Eric Vandiver Deana and Walter Brink Tracy and Devin Davis Elaine and Larry Graves Jackie and Karl Peters Peggy and Roger Schoenekase Pam and Samuel Underwood Thomas Villa David L. Tornetto Emerson Waggener Mallory Zoia Kenneth Walkenbach Mandy Campeau Mary Jo Gabel Gloria and Roy Luber Carole and James Pantazi Nancy and Frank Reinbold Paula and Rodger Riney Susan and Robert Ruzicka Nicole Seyer Madeline and Daniel Walkenbach Melissa and Eric Wood Ava Victoria Warren Anheuser-Busch Business & Wholesaler Development John L. Ziegenhein Funeral Home Ana and Moni Ramos Kathleen Sartori Robert Stanton Warren Land Management LLC Craig H. Webster Dianne Faintich

Ken Weil Teresa and Shawn Kelly Daniel Weinstein Iris Shepard Mary J. Wetteroff Emilie Fagyal Laura and Steve Haller Carole Lyston Keith Lyston Mark Scherrer Linda and Thomas Schreiner Nancy and Jeff Tank Cheryl Waltmann James Michele and Jeff Zimmerman Susie Wilkinson Debra Hedrick Grady Wilson Katie Engebretson Butch Woodcock Carlos Bernal Alex Goodfellow Joann and Bert Gordon HJHS Retired Teachers Pat and Roscoe Holder Kay and Leroy Ingersoll Jacob Rendleman Mary and Al Rimini Sharon Seely Rhonda and David Shoemake Connie Sims Kevin VanPelt Edna Workman Jeri Parsons Richard Yingling Diane and Thomas Daly Mark Felten L. and Thomas Keiner Eugene Kettmann Barbara Middleton Patricia and Leland Stickdorn Kathleen Yingling Lois Jane Yingling Nancy Zak Constance and Joe Burke Anne Carey Charleen Glass Kelly and Dan Harbaugh Margie Huggins Jeannine and Kent Kalkwarf Alison and Derick Kaspar Barb Luczkowski Terry McCall Sandra Zak and Mark Mowrey Judy and Lee Schuler Fred Weckenmann Kathy and Henry Zak Mick Zerr Dorothy Demand Dr. Barry Gubin Vickie Sammelmann

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TRIBUTES The following gifts were made in honor of someone special from Jan. 1 to July 31, 2023.

Bill Albright Marlene and Henry Diamant Martin L. Altman Donna and David Segal Jeff J. Barone Phyllis Cherrick Jack and Janet Baumstark David Baumstark Jack Baumstark, Jr. Emily Siddens Scott and Tracy Bazoian Karen and Jim Castellano Ian Bensman Ms. Adrienne A. Bensman Robert Bobroff SMPS St. Louis Delys Bodenhausen John Bodenhausen Danny Braden Peggy Braden Coen Brown Nilda Rendino Matt Ceresia SMPS St. Louis Penelope Louise Childs Eileen Manchisi Leslie Clubbs Liz and James Huff Arthur Clyne Mary Pat and Pat Sanders Marvin G. Cohen Dena and Steve Ferman Ralph O. Collins Caitlin Ryan Lisa Coots Heather Piskorowski Mary and Douglas Delong Mary and George Biderman Mary Burns Bill DeArmond Jane Keuss Pat and Byrd Lucas Betty Okenfuss Janet Reed Cris and John Scatizzi Beverly and Randy Tiefenthaler Hollyanne Endicott Parkland Health Mart Pharmacy

Jennifer Epstein Sherri Lopatin Eric W. Evans Ralph Buske Tammy Kastner John Factor Mariner Wealth Advisors Kaye Factor Mariner Wealth Advisors Donny Fandango Window Nation Jen Farmer Kim and Guy Phillips Lana M. Fiedler Sandra Wagner Karen Fluchel Marlene and Henry Diamant Pete Fogerson Marilyn Greife Avery G's Birthday Anne Riek Patrick F. Garland Elaine Poertner and Rita Moehl Sean and Kim’s Wedding Rebecca and Charles Mullen Marilyn A. Gibson Gwenith and Stephen Warmack Samuel Hamacher Barbi and Bill Macon Dan Harbaugh Jan and Vincent Misuraca Kim and Guy Phillips John C Hill Tina and David Hilliard Jeane and Richard Bacon Dana and David Baker Joyce and Mark Chambers Bob Grant Kelly and Dan Harbaugh Norma and Larry House Emily Hintz Brian Thomas Jacob Hoeft Cindy Wahl Carla Ide Brittany Stumpf Tony Irace David L. Tornetto

Joe Barbaglia Paul Di Raimondo Beverly and Mark Garner Sean Geoghegan Karen and Jim Grillo Kelly and Dan Harbaugh Ronald Klein Charlie Oldani Richard Severino Mark Stika Susie and Joe Vollmer Melissa and Eric Wood Jacob Kirn SMPS St. Louis Jim Kottmeier Tiffany and Bryant Horn Karen Lawless Vickie and Joseph Bower Gloria Lloyd SMPS St. Louis Connor Lowery Joan Lowery Mike Mauzy Marlene and Henry Diamant Tom Medler Dena and Stephen Ferman Reagyn Mindrup Beth Groene Caitlin Hinrichs Brad Pearson Lisa Pearson Molly Witcher Shailee Miner Mike Miner Bethany Mueller Roberta and John Leyland Pam Nickrent Mariner Wealth Advisors Billyo O'Donnell Joyce and Tom Cornwell Jennifer M. Oglesby Personal Touch Cleaning Jaxson Quinlisk Kelly Quinlisk Cindy and Robert Reeg Valerie and Michael Kienzle Linda Roberts Beth Troxell

Andy Robins David L. Tornetto Neil Saettele Veeta Weekley Margie Siegel Julie and Andrew Voss Mark & Cindy Tampow Jenny Dolce Kevin Thompson Jr. Southend Towing LLC David Tornetto Kelly and Dan Harbaugh Eric Denton Vandiver McGlaughlin Family Living Fund Brittnee and Rudy Watkins Tami Kramer Al and Eileen Weber Janet Johnson Lauren Yoffie Iris Shepard Sophie Ysursa Karen and John Bevenue Kara Boyd Bramkomack Enterprises Victoria Creason Rose and Joe Edwards Helen and Gerard Fiedler Lana and Kent Fiedler Sara and Scott Hanebutt Leslie and Darrel Hardt Nancy and Joseph Harmon Pamela and Donald Herbeck Hock, Inc. Lindy and Steve Knysak Kathie and Scott Leveling Kenneth McCoy Stacie and Robert Mize Kyle Muskopf R. C. Stelling Insurance Agency Kathy Riggs Sally and Heinz Rudolf Audurian Sher Kelly and Kirk Sonnenberg Annette and Michael Swierczek Kelly Touchette Tammy Turk

VEHICLE DONATION PROGRAM: WHERE CARS HELP KIDS If you think that old car in your driveway isn’t worth much, we would like to turn that thinking around. By donating your car, truck, boat or RV to RMHC St. Louis, you can help families with sick children stay close to each other and the care they need. On top of that, you can claim a tax deduction for your charitable donation. Learn more at rmhc.careasy.org.

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OUR WISH LIST

We rely on donations of these household items to provide all the comforts of home inside the St. Louis-area Ronald McDonald Houses and Ronald McDonald Family Rooms.

To donate items, please call 314-773-1100 or email info@rmhcstl.com.

Cleaning Supplies: Paper towels Disinfectant (Lysol) spray Multipurpose cleaner Floor cleaner Glass cleaner (Windex) Swiffer Wet Jet pads

Kitchen Items: Sweet/salty individually wrapped snacks Plastic wrap Ziploc storage bags (all sizes) Keurig pods (coffee) Induction compatible pots

Miscellaneous: Travel-sized & full-sized shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, shaving cream and toothpaste Laundry Facility Supplies: HE laundry detergent pods Softener sheets

You can purchase these item and more at our Amazon Wish List! Visit rmhcstl.com/wishlist to order online and have these essential items shipped right to the Ronald McDonald House.

IN LOVING MEMORY Ronald McDonald House Charities of St. Louis extends its deepest sympathy to the families of these very special children:

Coen Brown Jenson Heisel Dawson Henderson

Emma Slaton Brandon Theis Jayson Warren

MEET JOE NONNENKAMP Remembering a founding Red Shoe Society member and his impact on Ronald McDonald House Charities of St. Louis.

In May 2023, the unexpected passing of Joe Nonnenkamp left our hearts heavy for his family, friends, coworkers, and extended RMHC family.

Joe was integral in establishing the young friends’ group, now known as Red Shoe Society, in 2012. He was an incredibly selfless person who never hesitated to help the group no matter how big or small the task, whether it was securing silent auction items for Wintoberfest or Par-Tee for the House, setting up tables and tents before events, or cooking a meal for families staying at one of the local Ronald McDonald Houses. Just three days before his passing, he was preparing a meal for guest families at the Park Avenue Ronald McDonald House.

“We lost Joe Nonnenkamp, a great friend and longtime Red Shoe member, a few months ago. Joe was the epitome of what a Red Shoe member should be - he was a founding member, came to every Red Shoe event, volunteered in any way possible, held leadership positions, and was a welcoming, friendly face to new members.

Several longtime members became affiliated with Red Shoe thanks to their friendship with Joe, and we miss him dearly every day,” says current RSS president Phil Saettele.

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immeasurable.

“To honor his commitment, we established the Joe Nonnenkamp Service Award to ensure that his memory and legacy live on, and it will be presented every year to a Red Shoe member who exemplifies Joe's character and his passion for RMHC and Red Shoe,” says Phil.

“This September, we presented the beautiful glass award to his family during the annual Red Shoe Society and Board of Directors Happy Hour event.”

This part of the obituary moved us, and we want to share it with you: “To know Joe was to love him. He was a sweet, warm soul who truly loved his family and friends.

He will be remembered for his outgoing and welcoming personality, thoughtfulness and generosity, love of music, and sense of humor.” ■

Notes from Red Shoe Friends: "Joe loved four things in his life: St. Louis sports, Billy Joel, his family and Ronald McDonald House Charities Red Shoe Society," says Ryan Kuryla.

"Goodbyes are never easy. Joe was truly one of a kind and will leave a lasting impression on me. I will forever be grateful to him for getting me to join Red Shoe Society," says Emily Westerholt.

"Joe was so easy to talk to, always offering bits of knowledge I didn't know I needed (our trivia ranger) and always the one to be there if someone was needed. He was amazing, kind, thoughtful, generous person," says Maggie Mars.

"I walked into my first meeting, and the first person I saw was Joe. I knew then I was in the right place. To me, Joe embodied all Red Shoe represents. He inspired others to join Red Shoe or any social function and was proud to represent the organization. If anyone is ever unsure whether they should volunteer or participate, live by Joe’s example. Just show up and you will have found friends and family for life. He is missed every day," says Lauren Hieger.

THE RED SHOE CREW Do you know a young professional looking to get involved with Ronald McDonald House Charities of St. Louis and meet likeminded individuals? Learn more by visiting www.rmhcstl.com/ redshoesociety. Activities include:

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Completing service projects Planning and executing special events Professional development activities Social and networking opportunities

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MEET JANET AND ROGER THOMAS Caring Hearts Legacy Circle members leave a legacy of love for seriously ill children and their families.

“My goal in life is to help others, especially children,” says Roger Thomas.

When Roger was a kid, he was diagnosed with Tetanus, or Lockjaw, and was hospitalized for three months under strict guidelines, leaving him alone without his parents. His family would come and visit him, but at that time, Ronald McDonald House didn’t exist, and there was not a close place for them to be near him.

“Back then, only one in a million children survived. I believed I lived for a reason, and now I want to give back,” says Roger.

Fueled by their passion for giving back, Roger and his wife Janet have volunteered at Ronald McDonald House for over a decade, helping provide the comforts of home and spreading awareness for the organization. Their journey started during a Meals from the Heart dinner with La-Z-Boy Furniture in 2009. They were hooked after the evening of serving food and visiting with the families. Roger and Janet stayed involved by providing dinners, promoting the Tab Top program in their local community, and, most recently, becoming Caring Hearts Legacy Circle members.

“We have made tab collection houses, cooked meals, and built yard toys for the annual Tab Top Pandemonium event. I also built two new large tab houses for Belleville West High School this 29

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year,” says Roger. “We have connected with so many families at the houses, and they have shared their lives with my wife and me. We have so many wonderful memories of the people we have met throughout the years. It’s just amazing.”

Roger and Janet shared that leaving a legacy with Ronald McDonald House Charities with a gift through their estate will allow them to continue the work they are doing for families of seriously ill children beyond their lifetime.

“We want to leave a legacy for our family, and the Ronald McDonald House has become part of our family,” says Janet. “We want our impact to continue, even when we aren’t around to do the work ourselves.”

We are beyond grateful to have friends like Roger and Janet, who continue to give back to the thousands of families today and in the future with a planned gift. This summer, they stopped at the Park Avenue Ronald McDonald House to pick up their engraved hand-blown Caring Hearts Legacy Circle house and see its twin that is proudly displayed on the beautiful blue donor wall.

If you are interested in becoming a member of the Caring Hearts Legacy Circle, contact Jason Huff, VP of Development, jhuff@rmhcstl.com or visit rmhcstl.com/planned-giving. ■

HEARTBITS Local McDonald's crew members took over the Troy Buchanan High School concession stand. They even brought their own register canister for patrons to donate to RMHC!

Special thank you to Campbell Shellhase for choosing us for her community project this year.

She dropped off wish list items with her brother Michael and dad Mike at the Park Avenue House.

The team from KPMG joined us at the West County Ronald McDonald House for a day of service. Their continued support means the world to families.

Big smiles and frozen treats for families at RMHC. Thank you so much to our friends at Christian Foods and Frozen Fun Express for having the big green ice cream truck visit the West County House!

After two months at the West County Ronald McDonald House, Alejandro and his mom are headed home to Ecuador.

We are so glad we could support their family.

Huge thank you to the KCI Customer Client team for hosting their Golf Tournament in May and raised $11,000 for guest families.

Now that's amazing!

During her time at the West County House, Angelika loves spending time with resident therapy dog, Frankie. Together they are making lasting memories at The House that Love Built.

Let's Go Blues!

Brina, Maj, Luka and Spela enjoyed an evening with their friend Colton Parayko for a game-day experience through our friends at Project 55.

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