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Spoonful of Hope

"Spoonful of Hope" is our chef-led meal program where volunteers prepare and serve meals for families staying at the Ronald McDonald House. Our professional chef leads the program, providing all the planning, ingredients, and training, while volunteers cook and serve a delicious home-cooked meal to approximately 50 families.

Feed a family of three for a week

On average, each family who stays at the House has three guests staying with us. a gift of $63 will provide meals for one family for one week.
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Feed a family of three for 12 nights

In 2023, our average length of stay was 12 nights. Your gift of $108 will feed a family of three for this length of time.
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108
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Feed a family of three for a month

On average, each family who stays at the House has three guests. $280 will provide meals for one family for one month.
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280
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Provide a meal for all families for one night.

Our House has 50 guest rooms. A gift of $450 feeds all 50 families staying at the House for one night.
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450
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Choose an amount

A donation of any amount will help support this important program and help empower families to focus on their child's well-being.
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Program Goals and Highlights

Improving meal variety and quality, ensuring both healthy choices and a delicious, comforting experience.

Increasing volunteer involvement in the program, fostering stronger ties with existing partners, and building new community connections.

Our full-time chef streamlines operations, minimizing food waste, optimizing kitchen efficiency and cost savings, while ensuring high safety standards.

Frequently asked questions