RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES - IMPACT REPORT 2021 OF CENTRAL NEW YORK
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Central New York
IMPACT REPORT 2021
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Dear Friends,
While the past year was one like no other, filled with challenges we can help reduce stress and alleviate a financial burden. After
and uncertainty, one thing remained a constant for families with all, families are stronger when they are together, and by keeping
sick children: the CNY Ronald McDonald House. them close, we can play a role in the healing and coping process.
We are constantly reminded of the value of family-centered care As we look ahead, the need for our services is growing. Families with
and the unique role we play in enabling that care model in our seriously ill children continue to travel to Syracuse for medical care,
community. And as we continue to evolve and adjust, more than and when they do, we are here for them. Thanks to the generosity and
ever, we are cognizant of the importance of families staying and compassion of donors and volunteers like you, we are able to continue
healing together. to help keep families together — all year long.
We believe that when a child is sick, the entire family With gratitude,
needs comfort and support during their health care journey.
That’s why we are committed to increasing access to care by
removing geographic, cultural and financial barriers to ensure
Beth Trunfio
families have the opportunity to be fully involved in their child’s
Executive Director
medical care plan.
To reinforce that commitment, last fall our board of directors
approved a significant program shift to eliminate guest night
fees so that there is no charge to families who stay at the CNY
Ronald McDonald House. By providing vital resources and a
family-centered space at no cost to guest families,
The impact: family-centered
care and accommodations
s:
Family-centered care is an approach to health care where the entire family Research show
is fully supported, engaged, involved and able to make informed decisions
about the care and support services provided to their sick child. Patients whose families stay at a Ronald
McDonald House often are the sickest,
For that care model to succeed, family proximity to a hospitalized child is
traveled the farthest distances and
crucial. Ronald McDonald House Charities of CNY helps families access spent the longest time in the hospital
specialized neonatal and pediatric medical care by providing a nearby
place to stay at no cost.
Family proximity to the
By staying close at the CNY Ronald McDonald hospital can provide important
psychological benefits
House, parents are able to actively engage
with their child’s medical team, keep up with
complicated treatment plans and focus on
what truly matters most: the health and Parents often get better sleep
well-being of their child. when they stay at a Ronald
McDonald House
Families who stay at a Ronald McDonald
House often report more positive
hospital experiences and a greater
ability to participate in their child’s care
In a mother’s words: one year later
“
One year ago, River was fighting for his life
in the NICU after being born prematurely.
River
We were taking it day by day, hoping that
he would just make it through each night.
NOW
Looking back, we truly believe that us
being able to see him every day ̶— and
just hold him ̶— impacted how quickly
he grew in the NICU. And we never
would have been able to spend that
invaluable time with him if not for the
CNY Ronald McDonald House. Today,
River is 100% on track for his adjusted age,
“
and even excelling in certain areas. We
feel incredibly grateful.
The Van Gorden family
60 of Poughkeepsie, NY
nights 60-night stay in 2020
River
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Guest family
stories Baby Justin in
the NICU
An early holiday gift
Angel Aramboles and Jennifer Marino, of Boynton Beach, Florida,
were excited for the holidays as that meant the baby they were Justin was discharged after 11 nights,
adopting from Upstate New York would soon be here. Little did 11 and together, Angel, Jennifer and Justin
they know their world would soon turn upside down when that baby nights traveled back home to Florida.
decided to make an entrance six weeks early.
“We can’t say enough about the House. It took away the burden
Their new baby boy, Justin, was born at 3 pounds, 1 ounce and was
of finding a place to stay when Justin was in the hospital, and
soon placed in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Crouse
the kindness we encountered there was unlike anything we
Hospital. While Justin grew stronger in the NICU, Angel and Jennifer
have ever experienced. As first-time parents, we were scared
stayed close by at the CNY Ronald McDonald House.
and sleep-deprived, but the staff was so wonderful and helpful.
We are forever grateful.”
“ Being from Florida and unfamiliar with Syracuse,
the House provided us with a safe place to stay
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close to our son and gave us peace of mind,” said
Jennifer. “The resources provided allowed us to The Aramfamily
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focus solely on Justin, and the shuttle to and from
the hospital was a blessing.
Three times the love
Amelinda Johnson and Nichole Kingston, of Auburn,
New York, were expecting triplets, when at 29 weeks
pregnant, Nichole was diagnosed with preeclampsia.
She was immediately admitted to Crouse Hospital
where she spent the next several weeks on bed rest
until the triplets were born.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, visitation at the hospital was limited,
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making it incredibly difficult for Amelinda to see Nichole. Having to
stay apart, Amelinda and Nichole were nervous and scared. On top mily
of that, they also worried about how they would care for their two
other children at home. Fortunately, we were able to help ease their
financial burden and reduce their stress by providing a temporary
home for the family at the CNY Ronald McDonald House.
After 31 nights, the triplets were able
Amelinda had previously heard about the CNY Ronald McDonald 31 to leave the NICU, and the new family
House and thought that it was a great resource for families with sick nights of seven returned home together.
children — never thinking she would be a guest there herself.
“
“I am grateful to have been able to stay at the House and remain so We couldn’t be more thankful for the CNY
close to Nichole and our newborn triplets,” said Amelinda. “It helped
Ronald McDonald House and every single
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lift a weight off our shoulders. Not only is the location convenient,
person who makes donations to the House
but the House helped eliminate added stress by reducing travel
— no matter how big or little.
expenses such as daily hotel and dinner costs.”
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spotlight: McDonald’s
In the years since we first opened our doors on Thanksgiving in 1982,
McDonald’s franchisees, suppliers, employees and customers have –
helped the CNY Ronald McDonald House provide stability and vital
resources to thousands of families with sick children.
Through monetary and in-kind contributions, volunteerism, cause- $300,000 was raised
related marketing promotions, Happy Meal purchases, donation locally in 2020 through
restaurant fundraisers,
boxes and round-up programs, McDonald’s has a direct impact on
round-up programs,
our day-to-day operations. While McDonald’s is our largest corporate
donation boxes and
partner, as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation, we rely on the support of
contributions from
our entire community to help achieve our goals and fulfill our mission. owner/operators
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Corporate mission partner
spotlight: Acropolis Realty Group
Acropolis Realty Group is a true community partner. Over
the years, the company has demonstrated an extraordinary
commitment to the CNY Ronald McDonald House, thanks
in large part to Acropolis Realty Group founder and current
member of the RMHC of CNY Board of Directors Steve Case.
The company financially supports our annual fundraising
events, including our Golf Invitational and Many Hearts One
Home Celebration. Employees share a great enthusiasm for
volunteerism, including participating in our Red Shoe Society,
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attending fundraisers, serving on event committees and
providing meals through our Meals That Heal program.
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Meals That Heal
Curbside
delivery
When guest families stay with us, we never want them to worry about
meals — especially after a long day at the hospital with their sick child.
Through our Meals That Heal program, the community helps us
provide guest families with much-needed meals. While the COVID-19
pandemic forced us to suspend groups from preparing meals at the
House and shift to a curbside delivery model, the need for support
has not diminished.
We are grateful for everyone who has stepped in to help sponsor a Thank you to our restaurant partners!
meal and for our local restaurant partners who have continued their
• Buffalo Wild Wings • Pita Pita
support, even while being affected by pandemic restrictions themselves.
• Coleman’s Authentic • Prime Steakhouse
Community groups, individuals and businesses interested in providing
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a meal for guest families can sign up to sponsor a meal or donate a gift • SALT Restaurant & Bar
• CopperTop Tavern
certificate from one of our restaurant partners. • Strada Mia 313
• Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
• Swallow’s
• Kitty Hoynes
• Texas Roadhouse
With our curbside delivery model, • Limp Lizard
• Tony’s Family Restaurant
sponsored meals are catered by • Mario & Salvo’s Pizzeria
• Twin Trees Too!
area restaurants and delivered • McDonald’s
• Velasko Pizzeria & Deli
directly to the House. • Olive Garden
• Water Street Bagel Co.Get involved: How you can help
provide hope to families Become a corporate mission partner
When we work together with area businesses and
organizations, families stay together. Our innovative
We continue to provide compassionate care to families with sick team works to create best-in-class partnerships by
creating tailored collaborations that meet the
children, as we have for nearly 40 years. Thanks to monetary and
individual goals of each corporate donor.
in-kind donations from the community, we are able to offer guest
families a more affordable, comfortable and supportive environment. Volunteer at the House
Volunteers are the heart of our home and truly make
It costs us $100 a night to keep a family together at the a difference in the lives of the families that stay with
CNY Ronald McDonald House. As our partner, you help us us. The support from volunteers helps us offset costs,
enabling us to direct donations to other guest family
deliver comfort and care to sick children and their families.
services and resources. While volunteer programs
were affected by the pandemic, we look forward to
Ways to get involved: welcoming back all of our volunteers in the future
when it is safe to do so.
• Adopt A Room • Attend our Golf Invitational
or Many Hearts One Home Support us when you dine out
• Host a fundraiser
Celebration When you visit a McDonald’s restaurant, remember
• Donate items from our Wish List to ask to round up your total. Rounding up the nearest
• Join our Red Shoe Society
• Participate in our Meals That or Youth Advisory Board dollar may not seem like much, but when combined
Heal program with the generosity of others, the donations add up
and have the power to change a child’s life.
If you have a desire to help, please email house@rmhcny.org Leave a legacy
to learn more about current available opportunities, as some With your big heart and a little planning, you can
programs were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. help us bring hope and help to sick children and their
families for years to come. The power to strengthen
and keep families together is in your hands.
Thank you!2021 BOARD OF DIRECTORS NON-PROFIT
ORGANIZATION
Amy Collins, President
@2021 McDonald’s
U S P O S TA G E
Ronald McDonald House Charities®
Alan Peterman, 1st Vice President
Colleen Kernan, 2nd Vice President of Central New York PA I D
SYRACUSE, NY
Steve Malone, Treasurer 1100 E. Genesee Street, Syracuse, NY 13210 PERMIT NO. 999
Carrie Wojtaszek, Secretary rmhcny.org • 315-476-1027 • house@rmhcny.org
Nader H. Atallah, M.D.
Steve Case
Rich Krahling
Colleen McLaughlin
Karen Ohliger
Hon. Anthony J. Paris
Brian Rapp
Jennifer Speicher
Matt Trinkaus
STAFF
Beth M. Trunfio,
Executive Director
Jennifer Leitgeb,
Development Director
Nicole Poplawski,
House Manager
Faye Janes,
D
onor Database Specialist
Catherine Cross,
Fundraising and
Development Associate
Kathy Carr,
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