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Jackson was born at Andalusia Regional Hospital on July 19, 2007. Doctors discovered he had a virus that caused breathing complications and immediately transported him to a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Pensacola. He stayed there 10 days while receiving antibiotic treatment. His mother said, "Thanks to the Ronald McDonald House, we were able to stay right next to the hospital and make frequent visits to see Jackson. Volunteers provided meals and the House was a safe environment for our family. Thank you." |
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If you participated in Firecracker 5K & would like to help us plan a better event for 2008, please complete our survey.
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Southeastern Blues & Barbeque Festival
The newest fundraiser in Panama City to benefit the Ronald McDonald House, presented by Infinityblu
When:
- September 14th & 15th- 11:00 am to 11:00 pm
- September 16th- 11:00am to 6:00pm
Location: Panama City Mall (NEW LOCATION!!!)
Ronald McDonald House is teaming up with Emerald Coast Events to bring you this family-oriented occasion! This year's event is sanctioned (one of only 41 in the USA) and counts toward the World Championship Barbeque Contest held in Memphis, TN in May 2008. This sanctioning draws barbeque teams from around the country who travel the circuit accumulating points which qualify them for the World Championships. They pull out all the stops to put their best food forward! Family members of all ages will enjoy barbeque, arts and crafts, children's activities, rides and around the clock entertainment that has a hint of "the Blues". Ronald McDonald himself will join the fun with his faithful sidekicks, The Hamburgler and Grimace in the children's play area. There is a $5.00 entrance fee of which Ronald McDonald House will receive a portion.
Lynn Haven Rotary will be selling Sonny's Bar-b-q pulled pork sandwiches at the event on Saturday to benefit the Ronald McDonald House.
If you would like more information or would like to help sponsor this event, please contact Theresa Roberts, Bay County Area Manager at 850-541-3165 or bay@rmhpensacola.org. |
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PLANE PULL 2007- New Logo Search Begins...
The Ronald McDonald House challenges area artists to create a logo for the annual Plane Pull. The winning artwork will be the official logo used on all event related media and featured on the front of the participant's t-shirts. All local artists are invited to submit artwork through August 13 at noon. The winner will be notified on August 15 and honored at the event on November 3.
To participate, please follow the guidelines (click link below) and mail or drop off your drawing to the Ronald McDonald House. Email submissions will be accepted and may be sent to events@rmhpensacola.org.
ALSO...We are currently recruiting sponsors! If you, your business, or someone you know might be interested in sponsoring this unique & exciting event or for more information on the logo contest, please contact Angie Hanson-Event Manager at 850-477-2273.
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The Okaloosa & Walton county Friend's of Ronald committee is hard at work on their October 13 fundraiser...Black Tie Bowling. Where else can you wear formal attire with comfy bowling shoes?! Sponsors and other donations are currently being solicited. If you can help in any way (sponsorship or referral, other donations or to volunteer), please contact Kim Henderson, Area Manager - Okaloosa & Walton counties, at OkaloosaWalton@RMHPensacola.org or at 850-678-7243. MORE INFORMATION TO COME SOON! |
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The School year is about to begin and so is this year's Pop Tab Pandemonium. Last year we had 35 schools that participated and raised $1,577. This year we want to be even more successful! Make sure your child's school is participating and start collecting pop tabs today! For more information, contact Rachael Gillette-Special Campaigns Coordinator at rachael@rmhpensacola.org or 850-477-2273 ext 23. |
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Are you energetic? Like to talk on the phone? Have a good personality? If you answered yes to any of these questions, the Ronald McDonald House needs you to help us greet visitors and answer phones. We are looking for someone who is willing to commit to a regular schedule (such as every Monday from 8am-12pm). Other light office duties may be performed. Please feel free to bring personal work to pass the time when the phones aren't ringing! For more information, contact Carey Livingstone-Volunteer Services Manager at carey@rmhpensacola.org or 850-477-2273 ext 28. | |
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Meet Our New Staff Members...
Angie Hanson has joined our staff as Event Manager. She has volunteered at the House for several years. She says that her job as the Event Manager will allow her some added continuity and impact in the work she does for the House. Her primary responsibility will be to plan the Kaps for Kids, Firecracker 5K, and Plane Pull events. Angie spent more than 10 years in the insurance industry before moving to the Pensacola area with her husband four years ago. She has spent the last few years volunteering for several organizations, including Learn to Read where she has been tutoring a 56-year-old who wanted to improve her reading skills. Angie is excited to be part of the growing staff at the Ronald McDonald House and looks forward to building many relationships while planning successful events.
Volunteer of the Year in 2006, Rachael Gillette is now excited and proud to be a part of our staff as the Special Campaigns Coordinator. She says the Ronald McDonald House is an inspiring place to be and the staff is a great team of people who work tirelessly to make the House the best it can be. She is a British citizen and moved to Pensacola five years ago when she married her husband Paul. Rachael has a B.A. in Law and American Studies and holds the Bar of England and Wales, from the Inns of Court School of law, London. She practiced law in England for ten years before moving to Pensacola and is now a Family Law mediator. Rachael enjoys helping others and volunteered with Guardian Ad Litem program and the Arts Council before joining the Ronald McDonald House as a volunteer three years ago. In her free time Rachael is an avid sailor and loves to race with her husband and friends on their sailboat "Atlantic Union". | |
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