2024 Heart of the House Volunteer Service Awards
Every single Ronald McDonald House volunteer plays a vital role in creating a warm and supportive environment for families facing a child's serious illness or injury. Last year, an incredible 9,175 individuals volunteered with us! Whether preparing meals, refreshing rooms for the next family, assisting with administrative tasks, helping at special events, or simply offering a friendly smile, their dedication makes a world of difference.Every year, the Heart of the House recognizes a select group of all our incredible volunteers who exemplify the spirit of the organization, consistently demonstrating exceptional commitment. Thanks to this unwavering commitment of all our volunteers, the Ronald McDonald House served more than 5,770 families last year. It takes a lot of hands and hearts to make a home for this many families, and it wouldn't be possible without the countless hours generously donated.

Tech Support, Onsite Event Support
Andrew is a tech wizard supporting the RBC Race for the Kids Family Walk and also lends a hand at our other signature events.

Speakers Bureau
Ann has told her RMH family story at Signature Events, in radio interviews, and more, and does a wonderful job explaining how the community can make a difference in the lives of families.

House Warmer at RMH–Oak Street
When Anna comes in for her shifts she is always positive and upbeat. She figures out what needs to be done and gets right to work. She is a joy to work with.

School Aide
Ashlyn is flexible, reliable, and knowledgeable. She works well with students of all ages and holds students accountable to do their best. Ashlyn cares deeply about our students.

Woodworker and Craftsman
Bernie refurbished some much-loved games that we use at our community and signature events and crafted a new game which has proven to be a new event favorite.

Extended Day Volunteer – RMH on Oak Street
Deja jumps right in when she gets to RMH and doesn't stop moving until she's out the door. She is so wonderful with the kids and a huge support to the Extended Day program.

RMH School/Family programming Volunteer – RMH at Oak Street
Elise is so great with the kids and they really respond to her. She is helpful and personable and any task she's given she gives it 100%.

Kitchen Assistant
Emma is a joy to be around and always has a smile on her face. She helps to make our Cooks for Kids program everything it can be for families.

Kitchen Assistant
Hayden is efficient and positive when volunteering

Kitchen Assistant
Jacob is very professional and compassionate and brings these qualities to his volunteer work in service to families.

In-kind Donation Lead
Jenn organizes a yearly donation of around 900 snack bags including much-needed items. She leads over 30 volunteers for the project.

Housewarmer–RMH on Oak Street
Jinty comes ready to work, knowing the tasks that need to be accomplished. She does an exceptional job deep cleaning the dining areas and snack counters. She is kind and welcoming.

Community Fundraiser–Village Green
Josh has been integral in mobilizing several different community fundraisers including the Holiday Harvest Food Drive and a monster Splash day donation for Village Green. His site alone raised over $13,000 for the House.

Housewarmer–RMH on Oak Street
Kara is game for any task coming her way. She pays attention to details and often suggests additional things she wants to do to make the rooms and house sparkle. She is a great addition to our room refreshing team.

RMH Northland CFK Group
Allison and her family were the first CFK group for the NLD location and she has continued to serve regularly since opening the program. She's flexible and a true supporter of RMH.

Classroom Aide
Kristin is a positive and kind person, which shows in her relationships she builds with our students. She started volunteering with us last school year, and despite her busy schedule, she still makes time to volunteer with us in the classroom. She has also recruited other volunteers to join as aides in the classroom.

Volunteer Services Assistant
Megan is a natural leader. She comes in and asks how she can help. She has also picked up some caregiver night shifts.

Housewarmer–Family Room inside Gillette Children's
Micayla comes in weekly to help out wherever is needed at Gillette. She has helped with our Chad Greenway Locker updating items and shopping for new items as needed.

Mr. & Mrs. Claus–RMH on Oak Street
Bert and Heidi make the holiday time so special for families. They wait to book their schedules until they hear from RMH what day will work best for us and stay as long as the families need.

Housewarmer–RMH on Oak Street
Patrick comes in and knows what to do immediately. He will do anything that is asked of him whether it's cleaning rooms, restocking the shelves in the snack area or getting rid of items that are no longer good to use.
RMH Northland Event Volunteers
Bob and Becky spent their New Year's Eve (and part of New Year's Day!) collecting donations and helping to run a silent auction. They've also volunteered at Brew Love North, multiple craft fairs over the past few years, and Rebecca is one of those volunteers that tells us if there's anything the House needs they're only a phone call away. They have helped raise thousands of dollars for RMH and continue to look for ways to help however they can.

Kitchen Assistant
Sarah helps out every Tuesday in the kitchen and bakes delicious treats for RMH families. She is a wonderful addition in helping fulfill our mission of providing families three complimentary meals a day.

Kourtney Misialek
Tyler Brandel
Lauren Andrist
Family Activities Partner
From supplying cookie decorating kits for Valentine's Day to goodie bags for fathers day to supplying outdoor games for the summer and helping with a field day, SCHEELS has done so much for RMH. They even treated some kids for MEA break to a shopping spree at Scheels, including anything the kids wanted from the candy store.

Community Fundraising Volunteers/Speakers Bureau
The Goodman family volunteers at some of our biggest community fundraisers. They are engaging and make sure everyone is having a good time. Jessica also speaks at many of our events and does an amazing job.
Gala Decor Craftsman
Tim built and painted large scale LOVE letters that we're used in the Gala this past October. All four letters were hand built and painted in our colors to be an amazing focal point and photo opportunity for our gala guests and staff. We had so many wonderful comments on how they contributed to the theme, decor and vibe of the evening. We are glad that we will be able to use these in many events to come.