RONALD MCDONALD

HOUSE OF
DELAWARE

Presented by: Jennifer Valdes

MISSION
To provide
nurturing and
supportive
environments and
services to directly
improve the health
and well being of
children and to
bring comfort to
their families.

HISTORY
Originated in
Philadelphia in 1973
Kim Hills daughter
with leukemia
Home Away from
Home

Founded in
Delaware in 1991
Len & Dora Dukart
Across from
Nemours

TARGET POPULATION

Chronically Ill or Injured Children

Adult Organ Donor
Local Hospitals
Outpatient or Inpatient Services
Low to Middle Socio-economic status
25 mile radius

DEMOGRAPHICS
Ethnic Groups

Caucasian
African American
Hispanic
Other
Asian/Pacific Islander
Native American

POLICES & PROCEDURES

Medical Marijuana
Sex Off ender Registry
Full Background Check
Tuition Reimbursement
Milestone Anniversary

STRUCTURE

GOVERNANCE

FUNDING SOURCES
Special Events
Grants
$15 a night
Legacy of Hope
Charity giving

OTHER WAYS TO GIVE

Wish List
Pop Tabs
Meal Program
Blarneys
Tribute & Memorial Gifts
Adopt a Room
Red Shoe Society
Volunteer

PARTNERSHIPS
AI DuPont Childrens Hospital/Nemours
Christiana Care
Kent General
Marriott
Inn at Wilmington
Local Corporations
Local Schools/Universities
Sponsorships

STRENGTHS, TRENDS, &

CHALLENGES

MY ROLE
Prospect Research
Special Events
Engage in strategic planning
Attend Committee Meetings

THANK YOU

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