VolunteerBecome a Volunteer
Whether it’s cooking a meal, answering the phone, sharing a laugh or shedding a tear, volunteers truly make a difference in the lives of the families staying at Ronald McDonald House of Durham. Here are some ways you, too, can get involved in the House. Guest Service VolunteersGuest service volunteers work closely with staff and guest families by helping to answer telephones, register new families, perform light housekeeping tasks and lend a hand with special mailings and administrative needs. Adults may volunteer individually or as a couple. Meal Group
Groups of 15 people or fewer are able to provide, prepare (on- or off-site), serve and clean up a meal (breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner) for 50 people, plus volunteers (whom we encourage to eat with the families). This is a very rewarding opportunity and the impact of your service on families will be seen first-hand. Read about our "Dinner for the Families". Bakers
Smells like home when individuals or small groups bake cookies, brownies and other treats in our kitchen. This fun activity is a great way for scout troops or school clubs to directly experience the remarkable power of volunteerism. HandypersonDo you enjoy taking on odd jobs around your house, such as minor repairs or equipment upkeep? Durham’s “home way from home” has a “to do” list a mile long. Family Room Volunteer
Located steps away from the pediatric and neo-natal intensive care units at Duke Children’s Hospital. This room provides parents an oasis with comfortable chairs, stocked kitchenette, shower, laundry facilities and internet access. Volunteers are needed to support families, register guests, answer phones and maintain the room for 3 hour shifts throughout each day. Learn more about our Family Room. Pop Tab CollectionYou can help support Ronald McDonald House of Durham by collecting the little tabs you pull to open soda, soup or other aluminum cans. The funds generated from recycling these aluminum gems help offset the House’s expenses. Collecting tabs can be an easy and fun project. Tabs can be dropped off at the House any day between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. or taken to most American Legion Posts in North Carolina. Groups that collect Pop Tabs for the Ronald McDonald House:
Thank you all for your committment to our cause. As of November 27, 2007, you have helped us raise $20,043.55 from Pop Tab recycling for the House! Wish List Drive
Keeping the House stocked with basic home necessities requires a lot of donated food and supplies. Every few months, the wish list is updated with needed food items, household goods, sample size toiletries or office supplies. View our wish list. Special EventsAnnual events include: Sport a Shirt-Share a Night, Winter Fest Auction, Duke Women’s Basketball tournament, and Dessert Festival. Help in the planning of events, assist on the day of the event and have a great time while making a much needed contribution of time and effort. Contact: Email or call This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it at 919-286-9305. Arts & Crafts/Family ActivitiesIndividuals or small groups may organize, furnish supplies and lead a craft activity at the House for parents, siblings and/or patients. Or small groups may host a game event in the dining room. Organize a FundraiserYour garage sale, bake sale or golf outing can help to raise much-needed funds to help support the House. It is necessary for all fundraisers using the Ronald McDonald House of Durham name to be pre-approved. Contact: Email or call This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it at 919-286-9305.
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 “There is a common bond with other families because we learn other people’s needs and what is going on with them. We talk and hope and pray that all of the children will get better.” |
