Ronald McDonald House Charities

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES MOURNS THE PASSING OF PRESIDENT EMERITUS COLLEEN BARRETT (1944-2024)

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Jeudi, mai 9, 2024

DALLAS, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With deep sadness, Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) shares that President Emeritus Colleen Barrett, 79, has passed away, surrounded by loved ones.

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  • DALLAS, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With deep sadness, Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) shares that President Emeritus Colleen Barrett, 79, has passed away, surrounded by loved ones.
  • The entire Southwest Airlines Family extends deepest sympathies to her son and daughter-in-law, Patrick and Melodie Barrett; her beloved grandson, Evan Daniel Barrett; and her brother, Pat Crotty and his family.
  • Colleen dedicated herself to putting Employees first and encouraging them to deliver Positively Outrageous Customer Service, which became the very signature of Southwest Airlines.
  • In 2021, Southwest Airlines honored her legacy by establishing the Colleen C. Barrett Institute of Cultural Excellence & Customer Service.

Duck Creek Hosts Annual One Duck Creek Summit to Build Connection, Belonging and Community

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Mercredi, avril 17, 2024

Attendees are recognized for their roles in the many councils and programs that help Duck Creek create a culture of excellence in insurance and technology.

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  • Attendees are recognized for their roles in the many councils and programs that help Duck Creek create a culture of excellence in insurance and technology.
  • Duck Creek endeavors to foster a culture of belonging and respect, where every voice is heard and valued.
  • The One Duck Creek Summit is a great opportunity to celebrate our achievements, share best practices, and inspire each other to continue building a great culture.”
    The Summit kicks off with Mike Jackowski, Chief Executive Officer of Duck Creek Technologies.
  • "We are proud to recognize and celebrate the different backgrounds, ideas and experiences our employees bring to Duck Creek," said Courtney Townsend, Chief People Officer at Duck Creek Technologies.

T-Mobile Creates Lasting Change in California with $50,000 Donation to Nonprofits

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Mercredi, avril 17, 2024

Boys & Girls Clubs of Oakland is dedicated to developing its community’s youth into positive contributors to society.

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  • Boys & Girls Clubs of Oakland is dedicated to developing its community’s youth into positive contributors to society.
  • “T-Mobile is proving to be a true partner that's willing to invest in the futures of Boys & Girls Clubs of Oakland youth.
  • “T-Mobile’s donation powers our work to serve families with individualized, crucial support services, laying the foundation for their long-term stability.
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Serving Support in Style: McDonald's Canada's 30th McHappy Day® is Wednesday, May 8

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Mardi, avril 9, 2024

Over the past 30 McHappy Day events, McHappy Day has helped RMHC and other local children's charities support families across Canada with over $92.5 million raised to date.

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  • Over the past 30 McHappy Day events, McHappy Day has helped RMHC and other local children's charities support families across Canada with over $92.5 million raised to date.
  • Guests can see where their support is going through a digital walk-through of RMHC Southwestern Ontario (London, ON) here !
  • Round Up: On McHappy Day, and every day, guests can round up to the nearest dollar to support families across Canada.
  • Last year, McHappy Day raised over $7.5 million in support of RMHC and local children's charities.

David Weekley Homes Ranks No. 55 On Fortune 100 Best Companies To Work For List

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Jeudi, avril 4, 2024

HOUSTON, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Fortune magazine, one of the nation's foremost business publications, has recognized David Weekley Homes as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in its annual rankings of employee culture and success.

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  • Fortune magazine, one of the nation's foremost business publications, has recognized David Weekley Homes as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in its annual rankings of employee culture and success.
  • HOUSTON, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Fortune magazine, one of the nation's foremost business publications, has recognized David Weekley Homes as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in its annual rankings of employee culture and success.
  • "It is an incredible honor to be named for the 18th time on the 100 Best Companies to Work For list," said David Weekley, chairman of David Weekley Homes.
  • Weekley Homes has been recognized 18 times by Great Place to Work® and Fortune magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For.

Mountain America Partners in Building the New Ronald McDonald House

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Mardi, mars 5, 2024

The Leading with Love campaign is a significant fundraising effort that demonstrates Mountain America’s continued commitment to the vision and mission of RMHC.

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  • The Leading with Love campaign is a significant fundraising effort that demonstrates Mountain America’s continued commitment to the vision and mission of RMHC.
  • “We are honored to partner with Ronald McDonald House Charities to support the Ronald McDonald Family Room at the new Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital in Lehi,” said Sterling Nielsen, president and CEO of Mountain America Credit Union.
  • In fact, this Ronald McDonald Family Room is the fourth Ronald McDonald Family Room program located directly inside Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospitals.
  • For more information about Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Intermountain Area, please visit: https://www.rmhcslc.org/
    For more information about the new Miller Campus of Primary Children’s Hospital, please visit: https://intermountainhealthcare.org/primary-childrens/about/lehi-campus

Tim Lamb Group Brings Two Families Together with Sale of Foothills Lincoln Mazda in Spokane, WA

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Lundi, mars 4, 2024

Foothills Lincoln Mazda, has been rebranded as Knudtsen Foothills Mazda and Knudtsen Foothills Lincoln, and is situated in the Foothills Auto Mall at 202 E. North Foothills Dr. in Spokane, WA.

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  • Foothills Lincoln Mazda, has been rebranded as Knudtsen Foothills Mazda and Knudtsen Foothills Lincoln, and is situated in the Foothills Auto Mall at 202 E. North Foothills Dr. in Spokane, WA.
  • Foothills Lincoln Mazda was founded in 1981 by Ray Kish, a graduate of Rutgers University and Stanford University.
  • Rick Rielly joined Ray approximately 10 years later as General Manager, and eventually purchased a majority stake in the dealership.
  • As a result, Foothills Lincoln Mazda occupies a huge footprint spanning 82,000 square feet and is situated on 6.8 acres of land.

McDonald’s Restaurants in Northern California, Central California and Nevada Raised More Than $770,000 for Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Chapters in 2023

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Mercredi, février 21, 2024

McDonald’s Owner/Operators and customers in Northern California, Central California and Reno, Nevada have donated over $770,000 dollars to support the families served by Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) in Northern and Central California and the RMHC of Reno, Nevada.

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  • McDonald’s Owner/Operators and customers in Northern California, Central California and Reno, Nevada have donated over $770,000 dollars to support the families served by Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) in Northern and Central California and the RMHC of Reno, Nevada.
  • The unwavering dedication of McDonald’s Owner/Operators across regions contributed to an impressive total of $771,188 raised in 2023 alone, benefiting four local RMHC Chapters and their programs.
  • The funds raised are critical in helping families provide life-saving medical care for their children,” says Catherine Ithurburn, CEO at Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern California.
  • There are four Ronald McDonald House® programs in the region, providing temporary lodging, transportation, meals, and social services to families who travel to the area for pediatric care.

Extu Cares Delivers Support to Ronald McDonald House Charities

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Mardi, mars 5, 2024

ATLANTA, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Extu , a leading provider of channel marketing and sales solutions, recently selected Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) as its nonprofit of choice in North America.

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  • ATLANTA, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Extu , a leading provider of channel marketing and sales solutions, recently selected Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) as its nonprofit of choice in North America.
  • Extu Cares , our volunteer initiative, is a reflection of our company's culture and core values," said Extu's CEO Steve Prebble.
  • During the introductory event to launch the relationship between Extu and RMHC, Alissa Scherb, Atlanta Ronald McDonald House Charities' Manager of Corporate and Foundation Relations, was on hand to share moving stories of interacting with the families and children.
  • Ms. Scherb commented, "Along with the much-needed kits, the Extu Cares team brought us great energy and heartfelt support, lifting the spirits of the staff, children and families.

Dillard’s to Donate more than $245,000 to local RMHC Chapters through sale of Southern Living Christmas Cookbook

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Mercredi, janvier 24, 2024

Dillard’s, Inc. (DDS: NYSE, “Dillard’s”) announced today that it will make a significant contribution of more than $245,000 to local Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Chapters.

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  • Dillard’s, Inc. (DDS: NYSE, “Dillard’s”) announced today that it will make a significant contribution of more than $245,000 to local Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Chapters.
  • This donation was made possible through the sale of Dillard’s exclusive Southern Living Christmas Cookbook.
  • Dillard’s offered a special custom edition of the Southern Living Christmas Cookbook to benefit RMHC.
  • With this year’s contribution, Dillard’s has donated more than $15.8 million since 1994 to local RMHC Chapters to support Ronald McDonald House programs.