Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Ozarks

ADDRESS

949 E Primrose St Springfield, MO 65807

PHONE

417-875-3503

WEBSITE

rmhcozarks.org/

SOCIAL MEDIA

RMHC.Ozarks @RMHCOzarks

TOTAL NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES

25

ANNUAL REVENUES

$1,962,515

TOP EXECUTIVE

Bonnie Keller President & CEO

BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIRPERSON

Donna Powers Board Chairperson

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Brian Asberry Ryan Blumenstock Tyler Cockrum Peter Connolly Shane Cowger Melinda Fielder Jean Grabeel Jim Hallam Eddie Marmouget Scott Meier Patricia Musick Angie Patrick Donna Powers Brad Risby Laura Robinson David Taylor Melinda Thurman

Mission Statement

Directly improve the health and well-being of children and families in the Ozarks through two Ronald McDonald Houses in Springfield (near Cox South Hospital and within Mercy Kids), the Tooth Truck (our Ronald McDonald Care Mobile), and the Healthy Smiles Academy, daily tooth-brushing program.

Service Area

Springfield’s two Ronald McDonald Houses primarily serve families from southern Missouri and northwest Arkansas, however, over the past 33 years, we’ve welcomed families from 47 states and eight countries. The Tooth Truck and Healthy Smiles Academy focus efforts in southwest Missouri including Springfield, Willard, Billings, Clever, Ash Grove, Walnut Grove, Monett, Cassville, Verona and West Plains.

Funding

The Ronald McDonald Houses are funded entirely by donations from the community including cash gifts, event proceeds, and in-kind goods and services. The Tooth Truck receives approximately $250,000 annually from Medicaid reimbursement and the $400,000+ remaining of its operating budget is funded through local contributions and grants.

12 Month Goals

As the pandemic continues, keeping our children, families, staff and volunteers as safe as possible is a #1 priority. The Tooth Truck and Ronald McDonald Houses have never stopped helping children and families, with operational procedures altered to increase safety and at times, using hotels and “delivering our mission” to hospital families. Program funding is also a key priority, helping to secure the future of RMHC’s critical services. The Tooth Truck staff and board are evaluating proposals to replace our 19-year-old mobile dental clinic, thanks to ESSER funding received through Springfield Public Schools. We hope to bring volunteers back to working within the Houses and Tooth Truck. We continue to adjust our focus to find the best ways to fulfill our mission in light of the pandemic’s ever-changing limitations.

Annual Events

• Chiefs Red Friday – September 10, 2021 • 7th Annual Red Shoe Gala – October 8, 2021 • “Heart the Houses” Adopt-a-Room Campaign –

October 15, 2021 • Cup O’Cheer - Tea Party in a Box – November 5, 2021

How People and Businesses Can Help

RMHC and its programs are only possible because of our amazing community support. There are multiple ways to help, both big and small. From cash contributions to collecting pop tabs, every gift makes a difference! People can underwrite snacks and meals for Ronald McDonald House families; contribute change or “Round Up” at McDonald’s; buy a Chiefs flag on Red Friday (Sept. 10); become a sponsor for the Red Shoe Gala, Share a Heart Campaign or Sertoma Grin Iron Classic; sponsor a room at the Ronald McDonald Houses; adopt items on our Wish Lists; participate in the Cup O’Cheer Tea Party in a Box (Nov.); underwrite a child’s Tooth Truck treatment plan; fund capital needs and special projects; and remember RMHC of the Ozarks in your estate plans. Someday, we hope to suggest volunteering at the Houses or Tooth Truck on a weekly basis!

Testimonials

Marianna was diagnosed with neurofibromatosis 2 at birth and is at risk for developing tumors on her spine and optic nerves. Due to a tumor on her optic nerve at the age of eight, she received chemo treatments monthly for a year at Mercy’s St. Jude Clinic. Her family stayed at the Ronald McDonald House. “During this emotional time in our lives we were overwhelmed with appointments and hospitalizations. The Ronald McDonald House became our second home. Staying at the House was such a blessing to our family. The staff was so friendly and made sure we were comfortable while we were there. Every night there was a hot meal for us to sit down and eat, and the kitchen was always fully stocked for you to easily make a meal or a quick snack. Everything that the Ronald McDonald House provides to families is free. During the hardest, scariest time of our lives, the Ronald McDonald House gave us comfort and peace. I cannot thank the staff or RMHC enough!” (Pineville, MO)