I realized I never posted an update on the Christmas Eve fundraising effort of the family. We raised more than $600 for the Ronald McDonald House at the University of Chicago. I am quite impressed! I wasn't sure how others would receive this new idea, but each and every person embraced the idea and contributed more than I imagined.
A big thanks to the family! What a great way to end the year and kick off a new one.
A quick bit of info--the Ronald McDonald House lists out on its Web site what donations can buy. We bought them a computer!
--$5 covers a family who cannot afford to make the suggested $5/night donation
asked of our guests
--$25 buys toiletries and a phone card to make a family's stay more comfortable
--$50 pays the full expense to operate each room, each night
--$100 provides dental care for two local children who don't have access to adequate care
--$250 covers costs to provide a home away from home for a family for a work week
--$500 buys a computer so families can keep in touch with friends, family and their jobs
Very cool!
Jacquie
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