Newsletter 3 - Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mobile

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Issue 23
March 2010
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Ronald McDonald House and take a look at what we think is simply Amazing!
May 3, 2011 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
May 4, 2011 Open House and volunteer recruitment
May 5, 2011 Capital Campaign Patrons Party (by invitation only)
Mobile, Alabama
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Included in this Issue:
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Miracles by the Bay
New Faces of RMH
bUnnY HoP
Special Thanks!
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OUR HOUSE HAS GROWN
After careful planning, a successful capital campaign
and many months of construction, the new expansion
of Ronald McDonald House is now open! More
families now have a “home away from home” for
support while their children are recovering in the
hospital thanks to the hard work of so many. With
the adding of 26 new guestrooms for a total of
38, there is no longer a waiting list for families
needing to stay with us. In addition, the kitchen
has doubled in size, the living room and dining
room areas have been expanded, there are two
more laundry rooms, a new computer lab, a new
workout room, a new playroom and more! A
Grand Opening celebration is planned for May
3rd through 5th with event details and official
invitations to follow. Ronald McDonald House of
Mobile truly is the “House that Love Built” and a lot
of love went into building our expanded house.
-Volunteers ranging from interior
decorators, McDonald’s employees,
students and lawyers worked
together to make the rooms cozy…
Amazing!
-Many rooms have been furnished by donations
from local furniture companies, individuals, and
groups including: Bronstein’s, Interiors Now,
LaPlace, La-Z-Boy, Standard Furniture, The Medical
Alliance of Mobile, and the Pendleton family.
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TOP TEN HOUSE NEEDS
-Schools from Alabama and the
Mississippi Gulf Coast sent artwork to
fill the walls...Amazing!
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1) Spaghetti lunch ingredients
a) tomato paste
b) tomato sauce
c) crushed tomatoes
d) spaghetti noodles
2) plastic cups, plates & utensils
3) weekly milk donations
4) laundry detergent
5) individually wrapped snacks
6) gallon size zip lock bags
7) letter size copy paper
8) disinfectant wipes
9) white wash cloths
10) stamps
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Meet Our New
Executive Director....
I am
thrilled
and
honored
to begin
my
journey as
Executive
Director
Paul Giardina
of Ronald
McDonald House Charities of
Mobile. As a ten year veteran
of non-profit organizations, I
appreciate just how special an
organization this is and how
important our mission is to the
families of hospitalized children in
our area. It is an exciting time to
be a part of our Ronald McDonald
House as our expansion is now
complete. Thank you to everyone
who has made this growth possible.
I hope each of you will be able
to attend our Grand Opening
celebration to share the joy of our
increased capacity to help more
families - that you made possible.
As the new kid on the block, I
have been so impressed by the
supporters of our House. From the
donors and volunteers to the Board
of Directors and staff, everyone is
focused on supporting our families
as they focus on their children’s
recovery. Ronald McDonald House
of Mobile truly is the “House that
Love Built” and I am privileged to be
a part of its continued success.
The Cowan Family Story....
Jadyn Brianna Cowan was born June 28, 2010 weighing 1lb 7oz and 14
weeks before her due date. I had developed HELLP Syndrome which
is an extreme form of pre-eclampsyia and the only cure was to deliver
the baby. My first concern of course was for my beautiful baby girl but,
what I also struggled with was where I would stay while my baby was
in the hospital and
how in the world
could we afford it. My
husband
found
out about Ronald
McDonald House
and quickly put us on
the waiting list. I
can’t tell you what a
relief it was to get
a room. I don’t know if
I would have been
as strong mentally
and emotionally
if we had not gotten
in. I truly believe
that staying close to
my child made
a difference in her
survival. It was
really nice to be able to talk to people who could identify and be a
friend when I was so far from home and felt as though my fragile world
could crumble at any moment. The staff and my new friends made me
a stronger person which allowed me to do more for Brianna. Ronald
McDonald House helped take my mind off everything that could
happen, and focus on what wonders were taking place with not just
my child but her “friends” in the NICU. We brought Brianna home on
October 17, 2010 after 118 days in the NICU. She is a beautiful, happy,
thriving baby girl who now weighs more than 14 lbs. and is very
outspoken. I truly believe the Ronald McDonald House is a blessing. It
allowed me to be closer to my child, but also opened me up to a world
of people and friends I could never replace. I am a stronger mother for
my experiences and the people I met at Ronald McDonald House.
Meet Our Staff!!
Including a few new faces...
RMH Mobile Staff
Back row left to right: Jarvis Johnson, Tamara Perry, Mary
McAleer, Curtis Saucier, Mel Armstrong, Angela Anderson
Front row left to right: Liz Calci, Paul Giardina, Erica Murray
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November 4, 2010 “McCheers” was held at the Brewton Country Club in Brewton, AL. Ronald
McDonald House is no stranger to Brewton. Numerous families over the years have stayed with
us and under the guidance of Marcia Degraaf at DW McMillan Hospital the city of Brewton
holds the record for collecting the most tab tops for our House. The citizens of Brewton have
collected well over 3,000,000 tab tops over the years and they are still going strong.
We knew a fundraiser in Brewton would be successful but we underestimated the extent of
its success. Under the awesome guidance of Margaret
Ann Smith the McCheers committee was formed
and the rest is shall we say, history. The decorations
were wonderful transforming the beautiful Club
into a cozy pub. Clifton Morrissette provided food
that was simply delicious and the committee put together a silent auction
that had something for everyone. We toast Margaret Ann and her “McCheers”
committee for raising $27,000 for Ronald McDonald House of Mobile, with the
first $25,000 going to name The Brewton Room in the expansion.
Fundraising at Ronald McDonald House of Mobile has hit the road! We decided
to try something new with our fundraising efforts and hosted 2 new events,
both in cities an hour away from the House.
February 11-13, 2011 Racquets for Ronald was held in
Ocean Springs, MS. We thought this would be a little
more challenging since we were crossing state lines
but quickly found the opposite to be true. Racquets for
Ronald turned into an extremely rewarding venture for all
involved. Under the leadership of Ronald McDonald House
Board Members, April Evans and Tracy Roth, this tennis tournament
was a tremendous success. In the beginning we were told that if we could get 90
– 120 players our tournament would
be considered a success. We had an overwhelming 176 players and 218
events! The three day tournament was the definition of fun! There was
a player’s party Friday
night complete with food,
drinks, music and a silent
auction! Saturday was
packed with awesome
tennis, more food, more
drinks and a visit from
Ronald himself. The finals
were held on Sunday and believe it or not more Drinks and a little
more food. Racquets for Ronald was a “Grand Slam” for the House
raising $38,500 in its first year. The first $25,000 will go to the capital campaign to name a room in the expansion The
Mississippi Gulf Coast Room in memory of Sophia Mohler. The remainder will go to the operating costs at the House.
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Miracles by the Bay Charity Golf
Classic returns to The Marriott
Sponsored by:
Grand Hotel Resort & Spa!!
May 20th - 21st
Get ready for another great weekend of golf and
entertainment! We have put together a package
that we think will be a lot of fun. You can choose
to stay the whole weekend, or just come for the
tournament on Saturday. Pick your poison….
$2,500 – Overnight at The Grand & Golf
$500 – Four-person Team or $125 Individual
$150 – Hole Sponsorship
Call Ronald McDonald House at 251-694-6873
(my house) or e-mail [email protected]
Christmas Cheer from Dillard's
HO! HO! HO! Did you know? Thanks to
the Southern Living Cookbook sales at
Dillard’s Ronald McDonald House had a
“Green” Christmas. A check in the amount of
$35,891.24 was presented by Dillard’s store
manager Margaret Maddox.
FA-LA-LA-LA-LA-LA!!!!!!!
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presents:
GET READY FOR AN EXHILARATING EXPERIENCE!!
Fast-Paced New York-Style Runway Show with designer fashions
by
Saks Fifth Avenue of Birmingham and Dillard's of Mobile
The Runway of Taste • Amazing Auction Items • Man Cave Madness • And Much More!!
For tickets go to: www.rmhmobile.com
Live Auction
Cape Cod Holiday BUY IT NOW $18,000.00
“No, Captain, we think we’d like to spend another day in
Nantucket before heading to Martha’s Vineyard.”
Close your eyes and imagine the vacation of a lifetime: a sixty foot sailboat with your own captain
and cook drifting quietly from island to island with only the
sounds of the sea, the wind and champagne bubbles. Create
your own New England itinerary and spend as much time as
you want at sea, or in the quaint village shops and restaurants,
or return to the Lynley III and enjoy appetizers and dinner
expertly prepared by your own cook on board. Dale and Jim
Barnes have generously donated this dream adventure for
many years to Ronald McDonald House, and this is the last
time it will be available. For those who have yearned for this
auction item over the years, this is your LAST CHANCE. The
trip is for four, so team up with your best buddies and win
the bid on this fabulous trip. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime
opportunity – just ask the Crow’s, the Hyland’s, the Muscat’s,
the Meador’s, the Tenhundfeld’s or any of the other previous
adventurers. Mutually agreeable date, summer, 2011. Donated by Mr. and Mrs. Jim Barnes.
Grab & Go
Twenty (20) original paintings available for $100 each. Affordably priced, each a uniquely executed
example created by local artists in residence of Cathedral Square Gallery. This is a great way to enrich
the character of your home or work place and help support Ronald McDonald House.
Silent Auction
#1 Calling all Fashionistas
BUY IT NOW $800.00
The Museum of Art, located in Langan Park, has reserved the upper gallery for you and 19 of your
friends for an exquisite lunch prepared by Susan Carley of the Palette Café. Crab meat quiche anyone?
You will see the season’s latest fashions presented by The Holiday Shop. Mutually agreeable date
between 9/10/2011 and 11/10/2011 (excluding October 13th and 14th). Only during business hours
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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#2 Tea Party for 15
BUY IT NOW $500.00
Would you like to spend a perfect afternoon with your girlfriends? Tea will be served at the home of
Lee Lee Brady with treats prepared by Martha Rutledge of Martha Rutledge Catering and Pollman’s.
Doncaster will present their latest collection with live models.
#3 Gracious Giving
BUY IT NOW $1,000.00
Imagine a beautiful candlelight dinner with tables set with crisp white linens, fine china, sterling
silver and fresh flowers. It’s an evening provided by and served by you for the residents of Ronald
McDonald House. This evening will magically transport these families far from the sights and sounds
of hospital machinery, the sounds of P.A. systems, and the smells of antiseptic solutions. You and your
friends will select the menu and serve the meal at the "House That Love Built". What a privilege and a
joy. Call Ronald McDonald House for a mutually agreeable date before December 2011.
#4 A Grand Affair for Two at The Grand
BUY IT NOW $600.00
Sometimes the best vacations are those short, quick getaways, just the two of you spending a special
moment at a special place. This Grand Hotel “dreamcation” includes a one-night stay, dinner at
Tamara’s Bar and Grill, breakfast for two at The Grand, a beautiful sunset, a stroll on the boardwalk,
re-charged batteries, and memories for a lifetime. And, oh yes, a special gift basket full of surprises.
#5 Fishing Frenzy! BUY IT NOW $1,000.00
Enjoy a speckled trout fishing trip for two (2) with Captain Joey Abruscato of the Alabama Inshore
Saltwater Fishing Guide A-Team.
#6 Golf at the Grove
BUY IT NOW $1,000.00
Want to improve your golf game? Eat breakfast before your round! Eight McDonald’s Egg McMuffin
breakfast sandwiches with coffee are yours along with eight rounds of golf at either of the
championship courses at the Robert Trent Jones beautiful Magnolia Grove, with cart.
#7 Golf Times Three
BUY IT NOW $600.00
Three different Mobile courses are ready for you!! High or low handicap players can test your skills.
Four rounds at Heron Lakes, two rounds at Springhill and two rounds at Azalea City are included. A
McDonald’s Egg McMuffin breakfast and coffee are also included with each round.
#8 Golden Treasures - Looking for something unique?
Two heirloom pieces are offered for your consideration! The first is a 14 karat yellow gold framed
1927 U.S. twenty dollar St. Gaudens gold piece. 44.45 grams....BUY IT NOW $5,000.00. The second
is a ladies 14 karat yellow gold 30 inch 3.6 millimeter solid rope necklace 38.69 grams. BUY IT NOW
$2,000.00.
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#9 Family, Fun and Food for 12
BUY IT NOW $400.00
You have all the “fixin’s” for a Family Fun Party, including Papa John’s Pizza, ice cream from Cammie’s
Old Dutch, cupcakes from Twist, games and your very own bounce house for the active ones, young
and old.
#10 Extra Special Employees
BUY IT NOW $1,200.00
Grazie! Want a wonderful way to show your appreciation for your employees? Say “thank you” by
having the Red Shoe Krewe deliver the Ronald McDonald House Spaghetti Lunch to your work place.
Call Ronald McDonald House by May 23, 2011 to place your order 251-694-6873 (my house). All of
the lunches are prepared with love by Ronald McDonald House volunteers with the help of Naman’s
Catering Thursday, June 9, 2011. Che bello! (Italian translation: How nice!) This special delivery is
for up to 100.
#11 Dinner for 10 at Longfellow
BUY IT NOW $1,200.00
A fantastic dinner with all the trimmings prepared by Dr. Randy Roth and served by his lovely wife, Dr.
Tracy Roth. Longfellow House is on Beach Boulevard in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Their home was built
in 1850 and had not been a residence since the 40's. Renovated, beautiful and supposedly haunted.
Dinner will not be scary, but a culinary delight! Contact Tracy for a mutually agreeable date before
October 20, 2011.
#12 Arte Con il Vino BUY IT NOW $2,000.00
Oil’s, acrylics, pottery, jewelry! Celebrate your special occasion amid the ambiance and creative flow
of Cathedral Square Gallery with 49 of your cool friends. Wine, live music and heavy hors d’oeuvres
are catered by the “Nutty Broads”. It promises to be a night filled with music and art to remember! This
event is for fifty and includes an original piece of art. Mutually agreeable date before December 2011.
#13 Sunset Dinner For Ten
BUY IT NOW $2,000.00
It’s a “Shore thing”. An Eastern Shore thing, that is! This dinner party takes place on Mobile Bay, home
of spectacular sunset views. Gather your friends for a casual dinner party on the bay…flip flops
required! But don’t be fooled by the footwear….the dinner fare includes the works. Wine and beer
as you watch the sunset, at the home of Marty and Kenny Crow. Mutually agreeable date before
October 2011.
#22 What a Guy Wants If cigars and Whisky are your thing, you won’t want to miss this one!
#23 Fitness Frenzy Get into shape with a three month membership to Jason’s Fitness and 6
private fitness lessons with Jason himself, fitness gear included.
BUY IT NOW - $450.00
BUY IT NOW $400.00
#24 Crawfish Party Under The Stars
BUY IT NOW $1,500.00
You’ll be treated to an evening of fun that includes mudbugs, shrimp, and all the trimmings plus
bountiful quantities of beer and wine to make this a party you’ll long remember. The setting is on
Mobile Bay where you’ll have seven acres and close to 500 feet on the bay to play, enjoy a leisurely
game of horseshoes, take a stroll to the end of the pier to enjoy the bay breezes, or simply sit on the
veranda and indulge yourselves. This party is for 20 at the beautiful home of Linda and Al Tenhundfeld
down the bay. Mutually agreeable date before October 2011.
#25 Dinner at Carrabba’s BUY IT NOW $1,000.00
Not just any old dinner, a Wine Paring Dinner for up to 8 people. From appetizers to dessert, wine
will be pared with each course.
#26 Quail Hunt BUY IT NOW $800.00
Up to four people will enjoy a quail hunt at Taylor Creek Farms. Two (2) dogs and Two (2) guides will be
provided to hunt 48 birds. Lunch at Aunt B’s before the hunt for all of the hunters. Mutually agreeable
date October 20, 2011 through February 2012.
#27 Deer Hunt BUY IT NOW $700.00
Enjoy a wonderful afternoon deer hunt - Larry Jones’ graciously invites you and a friend to hunt on his
privately owned land in Clark County, just south of Jackson, Alabama. 1400 acres of wide open land
some of which sits on the Tom Bigbee River – Dinner at the Fish House included.
#28 Portrait by Karen Sandifer BUY IT NOW $1,500.00
This renowned and local artist will create a charcoal sketch portrait just for you. Bidding starts at
$500.00
#14 Barrel of Fun-Lyrical Libations
BUY IT NOW $800.00
Numerous bottles of liquor and wine, Consume the contents and you’ll feel fine. The wheelbarrow is
yours for the taking, along with a portable cooler, summer drinks you’ll be making. Also included for
your enjoyment and pleasure, a 12 month wine club membership you’ll treasure.
#29 Custom Design
BUY IT NOW $1,000.00
“Maggie” will design and create a custom tailored outfit with fabric selected by her for your special
occasion. See your design evolve from initial sketch to finished product knowing you will possess a
one-of-a-kind garment made especially for you.
#15 Plentiful Pampered Pleasures
BUY IT NOW $1,200.00
Escape from the ordinary…..take a trip down I-65 to Atmore, Alabama; you won’t believe what you’ll
find……an amazing resort that will surprise you with its wonderful ambiance and impeccable
service. Two of you will enjoy a two night stay at the luxurious Wind Creek Hotel, dinner for 2 at the
FIRE Steakhouse, a spa treatment for each of you and a Cooking Studio Class. This package comes with
a basket filled with pampering goodies - H&D candle, Opium Body Cream, Ralph Lauren Romance
Spray, a Hairageous haircut, comfy robe and a 12 month subscription to Mobile Bay Monthly.
#30 Accessories
BUY IT NOW $400.00
Accessorize your Little Black Dress with a purse, a scarf and a beautiful hand-made millinery hat. The
Ballin’s purse, Carlilse scarf and Jessica Rice Couture hat make a perfect addition to your wardrobe.
Dressy dress or blue jeans, it doesn’t matter. You’ll look great!
#16 NASCAR BUY IT NOW $1,500.00 (SOLD)
An autographed Kasey Kahne collector’s edition car and two pit tickets to the 2011 NASCAR races!!
Compliments of Bebo’s. Thanks Doug Klyce!!
#31 Pamper Your Self BUY IT NOW $800.00
Ever wonder what microdermabrasion is all about? Find out at the Martin Center where your skin
will be rejuvenated in just one session. Indulge yourself with a facial from the Ponce Med-Spa (Dr.
Amy Morris), with an accompanying assortment of facial products. Select products or services from
the Fusion Spa with a $50 gift certificate. Lastly, enjoy a shampoo, cut and blow dry from Melonie
Rundberg at Hairageous Salon and Spa.
#17 For Your Little Princess
BUY IT NOW $500.00
How CUTE is this? A photo portrait session provided by Four Seasons Photography with an 11x14 of
your choice, along with a girl’s dress from Castle and Crowns and shoes from Little Monkey Toes will
surely be a keepsake. Get inspired to create your own little princess fashions with sewing lessons
from All About Sewing.
#32 Get-away for Two
BUY IT NOW $1,200.00
Get away from it all without even leaving town. Spend two nights at the Battle House Renaissance
in downtown Mobile. Experience the sights and sounds of downtown, visit art galleries and newly
opened little shops. Dinner at the Trellis Room in the Battle House is included which will surely be a
dinner to remember.
#18 Auburn Trashy Table BUY IT NOW $1,000.00
This original hand painted tabletop sits on its own trash can for easy dining and instant clean-up
“Auburn Style.” Sports memorabilia included.
#33 Cooking Demonstration BUY IT NOW $1,000.00
Bienville Club’s Chef Brooks will entertain you
and nine (9) of your close personal friends
with a full course dinner demonstration – you
get to enjoy his delectable creations.
#19 Alabama Trashy Table BUY IT NOW $1,000.00
This original hand painted tabletop “Crimson Tide style” sits on its own trash can for easy dining and
instant clean-up. Sports memorabilia included.
#20 Trashy Table USA BUY IT NOW $1,000.00
This original hand painted tabletop “University of South Alabama style” sits on its own trash can
for easy dining and instant clean-up. USA Sporting event tickets and sports memorabilia included.
#21 Trashy Table and Crawfish BUY IT NOW $750.00
This original hand painted tabletop “crawfish style” sits on its own trash can for easy dining and
instant clean-up. Crawfish included.
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#34 Laisses Les Bon Temps Rouler!!
BUY IT NOW $1,000.00
Enjoy a one night stay in New Orleans at the Hotel
Monteleone. With such an abundance of great
music, great food and great attractions, a lifetime
wouldn’t be enough to see it all, so get started
by enjoying New Orleans for two days and one
evening of outstanding live music and great Creole
and Cajun foods with a $50 gift certificate to The
Cresent City Brewhouse and a beautiful piece of New
Orleans style art work created by Ginger Woechan.
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RMH
SPOTLIGHTS
VOLUNTEER
Dyann Munoz
Dyann Munoz of Designs by Dyann is a Dynamic and
Determined individual. When she heard about our
expansion needing a special touch, she jumped in with two
feet, creating a home-like feeling in each and every nook
and cranny of our expansion and now vows to spruce up
the “old” House. With the help of many extremely talented
volunteers, she has helped create a comfortable homeaway-from-home for our families. (Dyann Munoz pictured
seated in middle of first row.)
SCHOOL
University of South Alabama
Students from the University of South Alabama School
of Business, Josh Logan, Jodi Long, Rosalyn McBride (not
pictured), and Nick Taylor did a wonderful class project
for Ronald McDonald House. These students produced
and starred in informational videos about house rules
and check-out procedures for families so that they can
watch them on DVD from the comfort of their rooms.
Thank you to these students and their professor, Dr.
Marjorie Icenogle for this much-needed project to help
our families.
BUSINESS
Dollar General
Dollar General has truly been a blessing to our House over the past couple of
months. They had a toy drive in December that supplied stocking stuffers for the
families. In January they collected pre-stuffed bags for the House that were filled
with snacks, toiletries and paper products. The employees enjoyed this so much
that they had another drive and collected more toys and Easter items for the
House. Thank you Dollar General for being such a dear friend to Ronald McDonald
House.
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bUnNy HoP
Grab your basket and hop on over for one “egg-citing”
afternoon. The 8th annual Bunny Hop will be held April
10th from 1:30 – 3:30 in the Sculpture Park hosted by our
own Red Shoe KREWE at USA Children’s and Women’s
Hospital. This family event features Easter egg hunts,
inflatables, Easter crafts, face painting, a petting zoo,
train and much more. The Bunny Hop is geared towards
children ages 3-10. Admission is $8 in advance and
$10 at the door for children. For more information call
694-6873 (my house). Purchase tickets at Pullman’s
on Old Shell Road, St. Paul’s Episcopal School or Ronald
McDonald House.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Little Black Dress -- April 7th
Bunny Hop -- April 10th
Run-Way for Ronald (Run Eastern Shore 5K) -- May 7th
Miracles by the Bay -- May 20th-21st
Poker Run -- June 4th
Spaghetti Lunch -- June 9th
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun -- August 26th
Chef Ronald’s Family Affair -- September 20th
Kole Baber Charity Golf Classic -- October 8th
RMH Family Reunion -- October 22nd
Lights of Love -- December 10th
Ronald McDonald House of Mobile’s Red Shoe KREWE Ambassador Program is open to
rising juniors and seniors who are interested in volunteering and developing leadership
skills. Applications are available through school guidance counselors or at Ronald
McDonald House. Deadline to submit an application is Monday, March 28, 2011.
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Special Thanks!
This is just a small portion of organizations, individuals, and
families who have helped Ronald McDonald House in the
last few months.
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mobile, Inc.
2011 Board of Directors
Richard L. Harvey, President...........................................Regions Morgan Keegan Trust
F. L. (Lanny) Russell.....................................................Zito Russell Architects, PC
Lance C. Williams, 1st Vice President................................McDonald’s Owner/Operator
Timothy R. Sells.......................................................McDonald’s Owner/Operator
Ginger C. Drago, 2nd Vice President......................................................Dauphin Realty
Jana R. Simpson................................................................Community Volunteer
Danny K. Patterson, Secretary.....................Community Foundation of South Alabama
Linda Tenhundfeld........................................................Cathedral Square Gallery
Al Johnson, Treasurer ..................................................................Community Volunteer
Rosa A. Vidal, M.D............................................USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital
Steve Azevedo....................................................... American General Life and Accident
Richard Wood............................................................University of South Alabama
James E. Barnes............................................................... McDonald’s Owner/Operator
Gray T. Zimlich.....................................................................Community Volunteer
Lori Case.................................................................................. McDonald’s Corporation
Mark Chapman..............................................................Smith, Dukes, & Buckalew, LLP
April B. Evans............................................................................. Community Volunteer
Edna T. Harris..........................................................Mobile County Health Department
Susanna T. Harrison........................................................Community Volunteer
Janet R. Hayes................................................Leavell Investment Management
Louis G. Henry, Jr...................................................................Chevron Refinery
Carol S. Hunter........................................................Downtown Mobile Alliance
MaryLou D. Hyland..........................................................Community Volunteer
R. Larry Jones..................................................................State Farm Insurance
Tracy Y. Roth, M.D............................................................Community Volunteer
STAFF
Paul Giardina.............................................................................Executive Director
Liz Calci......................................................................................Assistant Director
Mary McAleer.......................................Marketing and Fund Development Manager
Mel Armstrong..................................................................Administrative Manager
Tamara Perry...........................................................................Operations Manager
Angela Anderson........................................................................Resident Manager
Erica Murray......................................................................Administrative Assistant
Curtis Saucier....................................................... Maintenance/Custodial Manager
Jay Johnson............................................................................................Custodian
Sandra Chun, Rebecca & Curtis Saucier,
Cherri Seymour, Josh Zappota ........................................Weekend Relief Managers
Cornerstone Program
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of Ronald McDonald and learn more about Mobile’s Ronald McDonald House.
House Charities
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ADDRESS SERVICE
REQUESTED
Mobile, Alabama 36604-1415
1626 Springhill Avenue
Non-Profit Org.
U.S. Postage
PAID
Permit No.
1411
Mobile, AL
Ronald McDonald House
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