Parramatta RSL raises over $12 000 for Ronald McDonald House
MEDIA RELEASE
Thursday 4th February, 2010
Parramatta RSL raises over $12 000 for Ronald McDonald House
Once again, Parramatta RSL celebrated Australia Day by supporting Ronald McDonald House Westmead. A total of $12,557.70 was raised on this day.
Parramatta RSL ran Australian Day Fun Festivities in the car park from 9:30am to 3pm to fundraise for this very worthwhile cause.
Funds were raised through an Aussie sausage sizzle prepared by the Parramatta RSL Sub Branch volunteers , jumping castles, face painting, drink stall and home made cakes & preserves. Parramatta RSL’s Dart Club and Golf Club also be hosted stalls in an effort to raise more funds.
As well as these activities, gold coin donations were collected throughout the festivities to support Ronald McDonald House.
Castle Hill RSL Group President and Chairman Warren Glenny said “Parramatta RSL is very proud to support Ronald McDonald House Westmead with the Australia Day fundraising festivities in the car park. It is fantastic to see our Members, Sub Branch, Interclubs and staff all come together to create a real celebration for Australia Day while supporting Ronald McDonald House Westmead.”
“Ronald McDonald House, Westmead is always grateful for the support of the wider community and we were thrilled with last year’s efforts in raising funds for the House and are grateful to be chosen charity this year. Both the staff at the RSL and the Volunteers from Ronald McDonald House give up their Australia Day to work tirelessly to raise the much needed funds. It is a true demonstration that the Aussie spirit is alive and well when it comes to helping children who have cancer and their families when needed most. ” said Adrienne Pearson, House General Manager, Ronald McDonald House.
Since 1981 Australia’s 12 Ronald McDonald Houses have provided more than 45,000 families with more than 1.2 million bed nights. The Houses are for those travelling from the country; without the House, there would be no place for them to stay whilst there child is
receiving treatment. Staff and volunteers ensure that families are given the support and homely environment they need at what is an extremely difficult time in their lives.