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When recent newlyweds Beth and Greg Montesano found out they were expecting a baby, they became ecstatic and eagerly awaited the 20-week ultrasound, which would inform them of their baby’s gender and general health. However, their appointment brought the Montesanos devastating news that their daughter was diagnosed with spina bifida, a birth defect that occurs when a baby’s spinal cord fails to develop properly and which can cause partial or complete paralysis along with other dysfunctions. They were immediately referred to the Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).

After a two-day evaluation revealed that Beth and their baby would need to undergo fetal surgery, they felt overwhelmed with the realization that a long journey was about to begin. The doctors advised them to stay within 30 minutes of the hospital at all times—requiring them to relocate from their home, which is over 60 miles away from the hospital. Beth would also have to be on bed rest for the majority of her pregnancy and would need Greg by her side in case of an emergency. As they explored their scarce relocation options, including renting an apartment or staying with a host family in the city, a social worker at CHOP suggested the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House, where they stayed during the remainder of Beth’s pregnancy.

Beth said, “Even as a nurse, I never thought about needing to relocate for a medical necessity. It would have been so expensive and cost prohibitive.”

With four months left in Beth’s pregnancy, the Montesanos knew that they would have to take extensive time off of work. The couple even planned to spend the holidays at the House, so that they could stay close to the hospital. Beth said, “We had to come to terms with not being home over the holidays. It was hard that we weren’t doing our normal traditions with our families but the House staff definitely worked hard to bring the holiday spirit, so we enjoyed them. It was different but fun to spend them here.”

Fortunately, the Montesanos had many visitors during their time at the House, including their parents over Thanksgiving. Greg said, “Everyone who visited us was impressed by the House. People asked us what we needed and we told them that we didn’t need anything because they provided everything at the House. I don’t think anyone really understands until they see it for themselves but when they walk in, they are always touched to see all of the support that it provides and immediately realize how amazing it is. We feel very lucky to have stayed at the House.”

Besides providing many comforts for Beth and Greg, the House was essential to keeping both Beth and their baby, Emma Joyce, safe. One day, while staying at the House, Beth became dehydrated from being ill and needed to go to the hospital. “It was scary and I think that really made us realize how important it was to be so close to the hospital. This whole process would have been much more scary and difficult if we didn’t have the House,” Beth shared. The Chestnut Street House is located less than a mile from CHOP, which reassured the Montesanos that if any issues arose, they would only be minutes away.

Emma Joyce was born at the end of December and the Montesanos returned to their home to after the doctors released them. During their time at the House, they found mutual support with the numerous families whose children are facing life-changing medical difficulties, and Beth found courage and optimism through the other mothers who were faced with very similar conditions. “It was relaxing to talk to others who understand. We were so comfortable. We made some good friends while staying there. It was amazing to hear the other families’ stories, there are some incredible people that stay there,” Beth said. “The House really became like home.”

Volume 1, 2017

Beth and Greg Montesano at the Chestnut Street House.

Emma Joyce at the Chestnut Street House.

MESSAGES OF HOPETHE MONTESANO FAMILY STORY

The House has everything we need and we are comfortable here.

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I am immensely proud and thankful to all the students who participated in the 2017 Read for the House program, presented by Beneficial Bank. Together, they raised more than $100,000, which will considerably benefit families staying at both of our Philadelphia Houses. I am also grateful to our friends at CBS3 and the CW Philly, along with our many sponsors that made the Eighth Annual “Change the Luck of a Child” Telethon a success. Due to their efforts, Ronald McDonald Houses in the Philadelphia Region receive vital operating funds and raise awareness every year.

The year ahead will bring even more exciting opportunities as we finalize arrangements for our expansion at Chestnut Street. As you may already know, our expansion plan includes a new, 88-room tower, which will enable us to more than double the number of families we serve annually—from approximately 800 to an estimated 1,900—and to increase our available room nights from 16,000 to more than 40,000 per year. The plan also includes wheelchair-accessible guest rooms, protected patient suites, an expanded kitchen and dining area, and new indoor and outdoor play areas for children of all ages.

We have an excellent team of professionals working with us, including architecture firm Ewing Cole, construction manager P. Agnes, owner’s representative Watchdog Real Estate Project Managers, civil engineers Pennoni Associates, and structural engineers David Chou & Associates. Preparations for construction are underway and you will notice that the lot west of the House has been cleared and some internal changes have already taken place.

Knowing that we could help twice as many families during their time of greatest need motivates us to ensure the successful and timely completion of this project. I would like to thank those individuals, companies, and organizations who have already made contributions or pledges to make our plans a reality. We hope that you will join us during this momentous time in the House’s history and help us make room for those families by supporting the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House today.

To find out how you can assist the realization of this project, please contact Lawrence Jacobson at lawrence@philarmh.org. You can also find more information by visiting www.philarmh.org.

And, as always, we invite you to join us at any of our upcoming fundraising events—from golf outings to running races to corporate challenges, there is something for everyone who wants to help. Read more about our events in this volume and at www.philarmh.org/events.

My warmest wishes,

Peter J. DegnanBoard President

MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD PRESIDENT

Peter J. Degnan President of the Board, 2017

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We hope that you’ll join us at one of our fun, upcoming events!

YOU CAN HELP SUPPORT THE HOUSE IN 2017

This year’s golf event will be held on Monday, June 5, 2017 at the beautiful and historic Huntingdon Valley Country Club. The Country Club is home to 27 holes of championship golf designed by famous golf course architect William Flynn. All proceeds from this deluxe golf outing will benefit the families at the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House. Learn more at www.philarmh.org/hitem.

The Show Your Stripes Fundraiser is a fun and easy way for everyone to get involved and support PRMH in three easy steps: • Families, friends, and companies purchase our striped items • They take creative photos of themselves wearing the gear • They post their photo on social media to garner much-needed awareness for the House Learn more at www.philarmh.org/showyourstripes.

This exciting event gives teams of 20 individuals the unique opportunity to pull an airplane while raising valuable funds for the families staying at the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House. The 2017 Plane Pull, presented by Allstate, will take place on Saturday, May 13, 2017. Learn more at www.philarmh.org/planepull.

YOU CAN FIND OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS AT WWW.PHILARMH.ORG/EVENTS.

HIT ‘EM FOR THE HOUSE GOLF OUTING PRESENTED BY RON KRANCER AND FAMILY

SHOW YOUR STRIPES CAMPAIGN

This friendly corporate challenge gives local companies an opportunity to compete against each other in fun Philadelphia-themed games—with adult tricycles, slingshots, Philadelphia trivia, and more—to win the crown of the ‘Phunnest’ company in Philadelphia. All proceeds benefit the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House. Learn more at www.philarmh.org/philalympics.

THE PHILALYMPICS

9TH ANNUAL PLANE PULL PRESENTED BY ALLSTATE

AUDI QUATTRO CUP

This fantastic event is part of the largest amateur golf tournament in the world. One lucky twosome will be vying for the opportunity to advance to the U.S. Final at the Kiawah Island Golf Resort in South Carolina (all-expenses-paid). From there, two teams will claim the victory and head to Baja Peninsula in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico as representatives of Audi of America at the World Final. Learn more at www.philarmh.org/audi.

The Champions of Hope Awards recognizes volunteers who are our everyday heroes, as well as the recipients of the Jimmy Murray Community Leadership Award and the Dr. Audrey E. Evans Award of Excellence. We invite you to join us in celebrating these unsung heroes on October 11, 2017 at the Union League and help us to continue keeping families close. Visit www.philarmh.org/champions to learn more.

CHAMPIONS OF HOPE DINNER

This year’s tennis event will be held on the historic grass courts at one of the oldest clubs in the country, the Philadelphia Cricket Club, on Wednesday, June 7, 2017. Join us for a continental breakfast, tennis matches, a buffet lunch, and much more. Visit www.philarmh.org/tennis to learn more and register.

HIT ‘EM FOR THE HOUSE TENNIS OUTING

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AustraliaBahamasBulgariaCanadaCosta RicaCuraçaoDominican RepublicEcuadorEl SalvadorGrenada

GuatemalaHaitiIcelandIrelandJamaicaMexicoPuerto RicoSaint LuciaSwedenUnited Kingdom

We served families from 19 countries and one U.S. territory, including:

2016 IN REVIEW

We served families from 45 states with the majority traveling from PA, NJ, and NY.

FAMILIES SERVED BY REGION INTERNATIONAL FAMILIES SERVED

TOP 3 HOSPITAL DEPARTMENTS

Neonatology

29%Oncology

19%Cardiology

11%

Shriners Hospital for Children

St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children

The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

TOP 3 HOSPITALS SERVED

53%37%

8%

OUR HOUSES

Nights in the average family stay

8.76Families we could not accommodate because we were full

5,547Family stays

2,355Longest number of consecutive nights for one family

266

Chestnut Street

Orthopedics 52%

Oncology 7%

Neonatology 5%

Front & Erie

Chestnut Street

The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia/ Will’s Eye Hospital

Wills Eye Hospital

Front & Erie

Other

Other

94%

1%2%

3%

2%

2%

2%

2%2%

3%

3%

32%

10%

5%

18%3%

1%

States with no stays2%

3%

5%

10%

18%

32%

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MAKING A DIFFERENCE

2016 IN REVIEW CONTINUED

VOLUNTEERS IN ACTION

Guest Chef Meals

1,409

Volunteer Camp Counselors & Medical Staff

135

Community Service Groups

152

Times the Kiosk was accessed by individuals

1,988

House, Family Room & Kiosk Volunteers

322

99%Families who agree that staying at the Houses helped them maintain their wellbeing

97%Families who agree that staying at the House made it easier to access treatment

96% Parents who agree that Ronald McDonald Camp has helped their child build confidence and become more independent

90%Families who agree that the Family Rooms are a valuable resource during a difficult time

96% Families who agree the Kiosk made it easier to access healthy food and beverages while in the hospital

RONALD MCDONALD CAMP

Patient rooms served each day

73

RONALD MCDONALD FAMILY ROOMS

Family Rooms at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

2 Patient rooms served each day

98

Family Activities

610

Shuttle Van Trips

4,156

165 80245

TOTALCAMPERS

HOSPITALITY KIOSK

Patient Campers

Sibling Campers

69New

Campers

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On Thursday, February 9th, the Philadelphia Flyers hosted Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House Night during their game against the New York Islanders at the Wells Fargo Center. The evening, sponsored by our friends at Symantec, helped raise awareness about PRMH and raised significant funds to support the services that we provide.

The House was the beneficiary of the game’s 50/50 raffle, which raised $18,000 for the House! The Flyers also featured four PRMH public service announcement (PSA) videos on the jumbo-screens throughout the stadium.

Leading up to the evening, former Philadelphia Flyers player and Hall of Famer, John LeClair, visited the Chestnut Street House to have breakfast with our families and film one of the PSAs. As our newest PRMH Ambassador, LeClair’s PSA will help raise vital awareness about the House and our services and will encourage others to make a donation to the House.

We are grateful for Mike Kost and his team of students and faculty of the Frank J. Tornetta School of Anesthesia at Einstein Medical Center Montgomery and La Salle University School of Nursing for supporting our families as Guest Chefs at the Chestnut Street House for four consecutive years! The team annually celebrates Nurse Anesthesia Week by preparing over 100 meals for families to eat throughout the week. This year’s meal was themed “Football Tailgate Party.” Mike and his team had a blast decorating the Chestnut Street House and cooking up a wide variety of tailgate themed dinner items and desserts. Thank you!

Christine and Nicholas, from Doylestown, PA, cheering on the Flyers. Christine and Nicholas have stayed at the Chestnut Street House for

over 90 nights over the past four years.

Chris Callanan and Matt Hendricks of Symantec.

Mike Kost and his team of students and faculty

Delaney Family having fun at the Game. The Delaney’s utilized the Ronald McDonald Family Room on the Oncology Floor at The Children’s Hospital

of Philadelphia for over 300 nights. Colin and William also attend Ronald McDonald Camp!

PRMH NIGHT AT THE PHILADELPHIA FLYERS

GUEST CHEF SPOTLIGHT

We are very grateful for the support of the Flyers, John LeClair, and Symantec

for this wonderful opportunity.

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The Adopt A Family Room partnership provides an opportunity for individuals, companies, and organizations to be the sponsor of a Ronald McDonald Family Room at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia or St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children for one month. Funding helps cover expenses that allow us to provide services to all of the families who will need to use the Family Room services during that month.

Our two Ronald McDonald Family Rooms extend the support of our two Ronald McDonald Houses into the hospital by offering a quiet, comfortable respite place for families to regroup during their child’s treatment—helping them to reduce stress and focus on their own health and well-being while they take care of their child. These welcoming hospitality lounges are designed to help families forget they are in a hospital setting, even though they are just steps from their child’s bedside.

If you would like to adopt a family room or find out more information, please contact Chris Callanan at chris@philarmh.org.

The Adopt A Cabin partnership program allows you, your company, or organization to be the sponsor of one of the camp cabins at Ronald McDonald Camp. Your funding will sponsor all of the campers and volunteer counselors who call this cabin home for the entire week at camp. Thanks to the generosity of donors like you, last year, we had a record number of 245 children at Camp, with 69 new campers. The majority of the campers were children who were previously treated, or were in the process of being treated for cancer, and 80 campers were siblings. Individuals or companies may also choose to Adopt A Camper for a $500, tax-deductible gift.

To find out more information or if you’d like to adopt a cabin, please contact Chris Callanan at chris@philarmh.org or Lawrence Jacobson at lawrence@philarmh.org.

The Adopt A Room partnership program allows donors to sponsor one of the 65 guest rooms at one of our two locations for an entire year.

In February, we proudly recognized the more than 65 sponsors of guest rooms at our two locations—Chestnut Street and Front & Erie. Attendees had the opportunity to hear first-hand from a guest families how sponsor’s donations have made their lives easier through a very difficult time in their lives.

To view photos from the Chestnut Street House, visit: www.philaRMH.org/AARChestnut.

To view photos from the Front & Erie House reception, visit: www.philaRMH.org/AARFE.

If you would like to Adopt A Room in 2018, please contact Chris Callanan at chris@philarmh.org.

2017 Adopt A Room Donors:

ADOPT A FAMILY ROOM ADOPT A CABIN OR A CAMPER

THANK YOU TO ALL ADOPT A ROOM DONORS

Shriners Hospital

Aberdeen Asset Management Inc.Amber Nicole Trowbridge Memorial Foundation

American Kitchen Machinery ARAMARK LeisureBrad McPhee & Pat Tagliolini Breakin’ Clay for the Cure, Inc.Budget MaintenanceCancer Center at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

Cara’s Sweethearts Ceil & Richard BlumenthalCJR Memorial FoundationColdwell Banker Preferred CARES Construction Financial Management Association - Philadelphia Chapter

Contemporary Staffing SolutionsCSL BehringDaikin North America LLCDavid & Barbara Cohen Denny Parisan’s Race 4 Ronald’s HouseDi Bruno Bros. DLL financial solutions partner

Dominic V. DiCicco Memorial Golf Outing

Donna Calvert & Family in Loving Memory of Stephen Calvert

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City

Dr. Twining & Mrs. Deanna CampbellEmilyERTFeeney’sGarfield GroupGemini Bakery EquipmentIn Honor of Our Grandchildren: Jack Ruane, Ryan Ruane, Ali Ruane & Gavin White – Fred & Barbara White

In Honor of Whitney FoxIn loving memory Edwina Amoroso & Eileen Rosenberg Black (2)In Loving Memory of Alexa C. ArtisIn loving memory of Scott Adam Menkowitz – Michael & Amy Menkowitz

In loving memory of Scott Adam Menkowitz – Sue & Elliot Menkowitz

J&J Snack FoodsJill & Neil ReiffJoel & Matthew DamronJPMorgan Chase & Co.JSBenefits Group, Inc.Klein HershLauren’s First & Goal FoundationLoftus Construction, Inc.Martin’s Famous Potato Rolls & BreadMcDonnell & Associates, P.C.Medsurant Holdings MilesNFL Alumni Philadelphia ChapterObermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP

PA Farm Bureau Paul Sabelli FamilyPeroxyChemPhiladelphia EaglesPilot Freight Services

RSMShriners Hospital for Children – Philadelphia

Stella, L’il Abner, Benny, & Baxter Therapy Dog’s Extraordinaire Sponsored by the Kramer Family

The Brian Seibert Memorial FundThe Greene & Schaefer Families The Joseph Plumitallo Memorial Foundation

The June & Steve Wolfson Family Foundation

The Katie Kirlin FundThe Persinger Cookie ThrowdownThe Pisani FamilyThe Young Lawyers’ Section of the Delaware County Bar Association

Thomas & Maryann FenertyTriState HVAC Equipment, LLPUASVan Aken Family FoundationWells Fargo AdvisorsWylie’s Day FoundationYards Brewing Company

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WE’RE SO THANKFUL FOR...

GARFIELD GROUP SUBARU SHARE THE LOVE

NATIONAL DOG SHOW

BOB’S DISCOUNT FURNITURE AND THE PHILADELPHIA EAGLESFRANKLIN INSTITUTE

TEAM PRMH – PHILADELPHIA MARATHON

The Garfield Group for choosing PRMH as the beneficiary of their Day of Service! The group donated breakfast items, wish list gifts, served as breakfast buddies and provided fun Dr. Seuss-themed décor, and raised over $3,000.

Subaru of Cherry Hill for choosing PRMH as their “Hometown Charity” during their “Share the Love” event for the second year in a row! Several employees also volunteered as Guest Chefs at our Chestnut Street House to cook dinner for our families.

ANNUAL HOUSE LIGHTING SPONSORS

All of the sponsors, performers and volunteers for making the Chestnut Street and Front & Erie House Lightings a success and for decorating our Houses with the many beautiful lights and holiday decor:

Sponsors: Abners, All Event Party Rental, Center City Pretzel, Coca-Cola, Di Bruno Bros., Herrs, Hess, Insomnia Cookies, Kitchen Consigliere, Powelton Pizza, Taylor Rental Media.

Performers and volunteers: Benjamin Franklin, Claudia Schneider, Elders from the Latter Day Saints Church, Fralinger String Band with Captain Scott Way, Franklin and the 76ers, Macy’s employees, Maria Jacobs, Meredith Polluck, the Orpheus Club, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, Susan Moses, Skip Denenberg, and Reed Technology employees.

The National Dog Show for raising $25,000 for PRMH over the past four years as part of their annual walk, gala and dog show.

Bob’s Discount Furniture for donating two complete furniture sets for guest bedrooms, several lamps, and twenty side arm chairs for our Front & Erie and Chestnut St. Houses. During their delivery at Front & Erie, the company surprised families with Philadelphia Eagles players disguised as delivery men, signed Eagles footballs, and $500 gift cards for all in attendance!

The Franklin Institute for hosting an overnight Ronald McDonald Camp reunion at the museum. Over 30 patient campers and their siblings were joined by about 20 counselors for a fun sleep over at the Franklin Institute! Attendees had a blast seeing their friends from camp and exploring the empty museum.

All who participated in the Philadelphia half or full marathons as part of Team PRMH. Your support in raising funds and awareness is invaluable for the House.

PAEONE TAPESTRY

The Paeone Family for donating a beautiful tapestry that hangs prominently in our Chestnut Street House welcome center. This tapestry is one of the first things that guest families see when they are first coming to stay at the House and its bright colors provide a warming and uplifting spirit in the room.

If you or your company would like to get involved,

visit www.philarmh.org/corporate to learn more.

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NEW FAMILY ROOM AT ST. CHRISTOPHER’S HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN

WE’RE SO THANKFUL FOR... CONTINUED

We are excited to announce that we are opening a Ronald McDonald Family Room at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children in April 2017! The Family Room will offer a quiet, comfortable respite place for families to regroup during their child’s treatment helping them to reduce stress and focus on their own health and well-being while they take care of their child.

The Family Room, located in the Critical Care tower of St. Christopher’s Hospital, extends the support of our two Ronald McDonald Houses and is designed to help families forget they are in a hospital setting, even though they are just steps away from their child’s bedside. This is especially important for families in the Critical Care Unit because their children often experience especially long hospital stays due to the severity of their illnesses.

Modeled after the success of the Family Room on the Oncology floor at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, the St. Christopher’s Hospital Family Room will offer an array of amenities including snacks, beverages, and activities, as well as support and programing materials at no cost.

Our Family Room volunteers are a huge part of what makes the space so welcoming. If you are interested in becoming a Family Room Volunteer, please contact Linda Parry at lindap@philarmh.org.

A comfortable place for families to regroupSnacks, beverages, and activities

at no costs to families

VERIFONETEVA PHARMACEUTICALS

Verifone for running PRMH Public Service Announcements (PSAs) in taxi cabs and at gas stations, along with ads on taxis tops, in the Philadelphia region! These ads will help garner awareness and support for the House. Be sure to keep an eye out for Coach Dick Vermeil and John LeClair promoting the House when riding around the city or filling up your gas tank.

Photo provided by Verifone.

Teva Pharmaceuticals for selecting the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House as part of their 2017–18 Community Partnership Program. This program provides charitable funding and employee volunteers to specific organizations in the areas where Teva has a business presence. As a part of this two-year partnership, Teva is supporting our Healthy Breakfast Programs at both Chestnut Street and Front & Erie with a generous gift of $25,000 each year. SANTACON

On Saturday, December 17th supporters from across the Delaware Valley dressed up in Santa costumes as part of the 2016 Philadelphia SantaCon to support the families at the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House.

FEENEY’S DONATION

Feeney’s for their very generous donation of $14,000 to the House. The group hosted a “Photos with Santa” event during the holiday season to raise the funds.

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110th Street FoodsAberdeen Asset Management, Inc.Ms. Frieda AboyounAccu-Tune IncACNMr. Richard J. AdelizziAdvertising Specialty InstituteMr. Donald L. AlfAllstate Insurance CompaniesAlpha Delta Pi Foundation, Inc.Amber Nicole Trowbridge Memorial Foundation

American Heritage Federal Credit Union

American Kitchen Machinery & Repair

American Solutions for Business - Students Giving Back Organization

Mr. Daniel AmorosoAnonymous (6)Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey ApplegateArbor Material Handling, Inc.Mr. Scot ArchArcola Intermediate SchoolMr. & Mrs. Roger ArshtAssociation of Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurses

Mr. & Mrs. Daniel J. AustinAvalonBay CommunitiesMr. & Mrs. James AverillBake Rite RollsMs. Krystin BancroftThe Barra Foundation, Inc.Mr. & Mrs. Brian BauerMr. Bruce R. BeadleThe Benevity Community Impact Foundation

Berje Inc.Mr. & Mrs. Len BernsteinMr. & Mrs. Barry BernstenBFF Friendship FoundationBHHS Fox & Roach/Trident & Fox & Roach Charities

Mr. & Mrs. Robert M. Biglin, Jr.Mr. & Mrs. John K. BinswangerCharles Blunda MemorialMr. & Mrs. Richard A. BlumenthalMr. & Mrs. Hoagy BockThe Boeing CompanyEmployees Community Fund of The Boeing Company

Breakin’ Clay for the CureBrian DelGozzo Memorial Foundation in Memory of Brian DelGozzo

The Brian Seibert Memorial FundMrs. Cricket BrosiusBroughton FoundationMr. Tim BrownMr. & Mrs. Jerald BrownsteinMs. Lorraine F. BrutMs. Joanne B. BrysonMr. & Mrs. Darren F. BurrellMr. Craig ButchenhartBuxmont Firemen’s LeagueDr. Alison ByersCaddick Utilities, LLCMrs. Donna Calvert

Steven Calvert MemorialMs. Barbara Y. CampMr. & Mrs. Eddie CamposCara’s SweetheartsMr. & Mrs. Jerry CassidyMs. Tarin CataldoMr. & Mrs. Edward ChackerMr. & Mrs. Robert ChambersCharacter StridesCharitable Foundation of the Grand Holy Royal Arch Chapter

Mr. & Mrs. Jay ChatleyIn honor of Vicki ChatleyChecking for CancerThe CHG Charitable TrustMr. & Mrs. Anthony ChilaChristian R. & Mary F. Lindback Foundation

Mr. Sam ChristieMr. & Mrs. Gary ClementeCocktails Against CancerMr. & Mrs. David CohenColdwell Banker Preferred CaresMrs. Caroline ColemanMr. & Mrs. Tristram C. ColketComfort Temp Inc.Community Foundation of New Jersey

Mr. & Mrs. Frank ComroeMr. & Mrs. Frank ConicellaConstruction Financial Management Association

Contemporary Staffing SolutionsCopabananaMr. Michael A. CorboCountry Day School of the Sacred Heart

County Corvette Toy DriveMorgan III & Nicole CowperthwaiteMs. Catharine CridgeMr. & Mrs. Michael DanzigerDBS Floor Covering LLCMr. & Mrs. Peter DegnanMr. & Mrs. Joseph DelaneyDelaware Valley Big League Baseball Association

Mr. & Mrs. Howard M. DelfinerMr. George E. Deming IIIMr. Joseph L. DeSimoneMs. Randi DeWeeseMr. & Mrs. Joseph N. DiBello Jr.Dr. Dave DiefenderferDLLJayne & Paul DonahueJack & Kathy DonnellyMr. & Mrs. Donald DorflingerDutch Valley FoodsThe Eden Charitable Foundation

Edmund G. Taussig & Frances Kath Taussig Foundation

Mr. Buz EisenMr. & Mrs. Kristian Elverum In honor of Grant ElverumEMC CorporationElizabeth Emmi MemorialMr. & Mrs. Michael J. EmmiThe Emss Foundation, Inc.Endo International, plcMr. & Mrs. Mark EngelIn honor of the Engle FamilyMr. & Mrs. Louis EniMr. & Mrs. Bruce EntwisleEpstein Charitable TrustErnst & Young LLPERTMr. & Mrs. Attilio R. EspositoEstablished Traffic Control, Inc.F.A.O. Schwarz Family FoundationMcShane & Schaefer FamilyYao FangFeeney’s Nursery, Inc.Mr. & Mrs. Steven FeldhamerDr. Jay FeldsteinMr. & Mrs. Thomas B. FenertyMr. & Mrs. Stuart FenkelThe Don & Mibs Follett Family Charitable Fund

Ms. Susanna FooMr. & Mrs. Ed ForstDr. & Dr. Albert J. Fox

Mr. Malcolm H. FoxFrank J. Tornetta School of AnesthesiaMr. & Mrs. Jerry FrebowitzThe Frezel Family Charitable FundMs. Nannette O. FridleyThe Fullgraf FoundationFuture Business Leaders of America (FBLA) - PA State Chapter

The Garfield GroupGemini Bakery EquipmentGemino Healthcare FinanceGeneral Reinsurance CorporationMr. & Mrs. Edward M. Gibbons Jr.Dr. & Mrs. Jerald B. GilbertDr. & Mrs. Carl GiombettiMr. & Mrs. Bruce GoldenbergGolden-Sylvania Link No. 50Goldsteins’ Rosenberg’s Raphael-Sacks Inc.

Mrs. Connie GottliebIn honor of Maxwell GottsteinWilliam & Carolyn GrahamGraybarDr. & Mrs. Paul D. GreenwaldGroup Dynamics In FocusDr. & Mrs. Stephan Grupp

GSKIn honor of Cora GuerinMr. & Mrs. Frank GussoniMr. & Mrs. James GutknechtDr. Femida HandyMr. & Mrs. Earl HannumJane Merriam Harding MemorialMs. Susan HardingMrs. Elizabeth HarneyMr. & Mrs. William B. HarrisMs. Judi HashagenMs. Stephanie HeidemannMr. & Mrs. Chris HeineMs. Kathleen A. HeitzmannMr. & Mrs. William A. HendlerMr. Steven W. HermanMr. Fred HickmanHockey for the HouseMr. Jonathan HoffmanDr. Michael D. HogartyMr. & Mrs. Harry J. Hoplamazian Jr.

Ruslan HorblyukMr. & Mrs. Joseph HughesMr. Samuel Humes & Ms. Marianna Knight

Dr. Stephen HungerMr. & Mrs. Stephen N. HuntingtonMs. Lisa HutjerIBM Employee Services CenterIncyteIndependence Blue CrossInsurance Auto Auctions, Inc.Interstate Outdoor Advertising, LPJ&J Snack Foods CorporationMr. & Mrs. Karl JacobMrs. Lorien JanzenJazz PharmaceuticalsJim Thorpe High School Cheerleading

JK Group Inc.Mr. Edward JonesMr. & Mrs. George JosbergerJoseph Bilinski Charitable TrustThe Joseph Plumitallo Memorial Foundation

JS Benefits Group, Inc.Ms. Melissa JuskaJust Born Quality ConfectionsMr. & Mrs. Robert KachurMr. Nicholas KaralisMr. & Mrs. Nicholas J. Karamatsoukas

Mr. Peter Katevatis & Mrs. Marie A. Sten Katevatis

Katie Kirlin FundKatie’s KrusadersMs. Susan KatzMs. Cynthia KeaveneyMr. & Mrs. Robert E. Keith Jr.Mrs. Wendy V. KellerMr. & Mrs. Stephen P. KellyKelsey Family FoundationMr. & Mrs. Tom Keyer & FamilyKeystone FirstMr. & Mrs. Michael KinslowKlein HershMr. & Mrs. James J. Koegel

DONATIONS FROM THE HEART - 10/1/2016 TO 1/31/2017

This list represents all of our donors who support our operating

costs at $500 or above.

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Mr. & Mrs. Jerry L. KofflerMr. Brian KoonceAva Lynn Korman MemorialDr. & Mrs. Scott KozinKPK Development Co., LPMr. & Mrs. Sidney KrasnerMr. & Mrs. Robert KratchmanMrs. Sylvia KreithenMr. & Mrs. Ernest KrenselLaden Family FoundationMr. & Mrs. Ronald LassinDavid Laub MemorialLaufer Group InternationalLaura & Richard Steel Family Foundation

Lauren’s First & Goal FoundationLehman-Alderfer FamilyMs. Doris LeischMr. Ronald G. LenchDr. & Mrs. Michael LevineMr. Andrew LevyLincoln Financial Group Foundation, Inc.

Loftus Construction, Inc.Mr. & Mrs. Gregory J. LombardoHerb Lotman MemorialLumenaria Fund of the Princeton Area Community Foundation

Mr. & Mrs. Cecil R. LyttleThe M&T Charitable FoundationMadison Kelly ContractorsMr. & Mrs. Kevin MaherMr. John M. Makara & Ms. Katherine E. Patterson

Mrs. & Mr. Angela MalaveMs. Beverly E. MaleeffAlex MalyarovichIn honor of Joseph-Pierre MalyarovichMr. & Mrs. Frank T. MaraMargaret G. Jacobs Charitable TrustMr. & Mrs. Anthony J. MarsalaRobbie MarsdenMs. & Mrs. Ingo MartensMs. Emily MartinMartin’s Famous Pastry Shoppe, Inc.The Mary & Emanuel Rosenfeld Foundation #2

Mr. Mark MattsonMr. Gregory W. MauteMr. Jared MayerMr. & Mrs. Michael McAleerMcCain Foods USA, Inc.Dr. Lauren McCannJill McClenaghan MemorialMcDonald’s Women’s Leadership Network

McDonnell & Associates, P.C.Mr. Kevin McLaughlinMichael & Nancy McLellandMr. & Mrs. Anthony M. MelsiMenasha CorporationMr. & Mrs. Michael G. MenkowitzMercer-Bucks OrthopaedicsThe Merck FoundationMichael John Methner MemorialMr. & Mrs. Howard L. MeyersMichael’s WaySalli & Steven Mickelberg

Mr. & Mrs. Martin MicklinMr. & Mrs. Louis MieleMr. & Mrs. Charles J. MillerMr. & Mrs. Christopher MillerMr. & Mrs. James E. MillerMr. & Mrs. Alan B. MillerModern Mushrooms Farms, Inc.Mr. & Mrs. Peter MolloyMr. Joseph MontesanoIn honor of Gregory & Elizabeth Montesano

Ms. Deana M. MontufarMr. & Mrs. William J. MosherMs. Elizabeth MulhernMs. Mariah E. MurphyNational Board of Medical Examiners

Neshaminy High SchoolNetwork For GoodNFL Alumni Philadelphia ChapterMr. & Mrs. Ronald NighswanderNRG Energy, Inc.Mr. Sean O’ConnellMr. Philip E. PaceDenny Parisan Race 4 Ronald’s House

Mr. & Mrs. Maxwell D. PaulEstate of Mary G. PapolaWilliam J. Parkes, II MemorialPBF EnergyMr. & Mrs. Jacob PecarskyMr. James PecoraMr. & Mrs. Mark PellegrinoMr. & Mrs. Stu PeltzPeroxyChemMr. Hassel E. PerrelMs. Teresa PescePetplan Pet InsurancePfizer, Inc.Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Philadelphia EaglesPhiladelphia Insurance Companies & TMNA Services

Philadelphia Police DepartmentMr. & Mrs. John PicarelliMr. & Mrs. Joseph PientkaMr. & Mrs. Scott PiskunMr. Richard PointerPottstown Memorial Medical CenterPottstown Parks & Rec FoundationPozzuolo Rodden, P.C.Mr. & Mrs. Craig PreasPwCMr. & Mrs. Richard ProbinskyMr. Zachary ProcitaMr. & Mrs. Damian L. ProulxBruce & Pat RamboMr. & Mrs. Joseph H. RawdenMr. Stacey RedicanReed Smith, LLPMrs. Beth ReevesRegency Centers, LPMs. Annette RicciMr. & Mrs. Jack RickRLR Properties, Inc.Ronald McDonald House Charities

Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Philadelphia Region

Robert & Amy Charles Family Foundation

Robert & Diana Scott Charitable FundNoah Robinson MemorialMr. & Mrs. Edward J. RodgersMr. & Mrs. Jeffrey RoesMr. & Mrs. Gregory T. RogersonRohrer Middle SchoolSuzanne Root Esq.In honor of Suzanne RootRonald CupMr. & Mrs. Mark RosenbergRosenzweig & Associates Wealth Management

Mr. & Mrs. Paul RostandRoyal Bank AmericaDr. Marta K. RozansMr. & Mrs. Roger E. RozsasRSM US LLPMr. Seymour RubinMr. Shawn RuppIn honor of Ryan RuppDr. & Mrs. Lou RuvoloMr. Craig J. SabatinoMr. & Mrs. Paul SabelliPhyllis & Arthur SaftSaltz Mongeluzzi Barrett & Bendesky, P.C.

SantaConMr. & Mrs. Joseph M. SantangeloMr. & Mrs. Robert F. SavageMrs. Melissa ScarcelliMs. Anne ScardinoMs. Ruth SchaeferRyan Eric Schafer MemorialMr. & Mrs. Theodore M. SchaerMr. & Mrs. William H. Schell Jr.Mr. Kevin C. SchildtMr. Leslie Schlessinger & Ms. Joycellen Auritt

Schmidt FamilyMr. William C. SchmidtMr. Edwin SchrumMs. Ellen SchwartzDr. & Mrs. Louis W. SchwartzMr. & Mrs. Jeremy SchwehmScott M. Cohen Memorial FoundationSeer InteractiveMr. Brent Senseny & Ms. Linda D. Cluck

Mr. Manish ShahShriners Hospitals for Children-Philadelphia

Mr. & Mrs. Alan ShropshireMs. Teri SimonMr. & Mrs. Stanton SingerMr. & Mrs. Eric W. SitarchukMr. & Mrs. R. Kerr SmithSol & Naomi Berman Charitable Foundation

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Ms. Joanne SpringroseSteinberg Conference CenterMs. Elizabeth StelmachMs. Gwynneth S. Stewart

Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLPMr. Clark D. Stull Jr.Mrs. Frances F. C. SueMr. & Mrs. David J. SutterMr. Frank J. SylvesterSynergy Auto Sales LLCMr. & Mrs. Tamas SzaszMr. & Mrs. Brian TaddeoMr. & Mrs. Cyril Talbot IIIMr. & Mrs. David P. TaloneTemple University Department of Campus Safety Services

Teva PharmaceuticalsThous& Oaks Rotary ClubDr. & Mrs. John F. Tighe Jr.Mr. & Mrs. Craig D. TillmanTime After TimeMr. & Mrs. Mark TiminskiMr. Michael S. TornvallMs. Natalie TraheyTristate HVAC Equipment, LLPTri-State Toyota Dealers AssociationUAS Inc.United Way of Greater Philadelphia & Southern New Jersey

Universal Health Services, Inc.University of Pennsylvania Division of Public Safety

The Van Aken Family FoundationMr. Steve VeloskiClarence J. Venne FoundationVesuvio’s Family RestaurantVirtuaVolpe & Koenig, P.C.Voya FoundationMr. & Mrs. Brian WallbillichMr. Gregory J. WebsterMrs. Marlene WeinbergMr. & Mrs. Harvey WeinerMrs. Penny WeinerMr. & Mrs. Jason WeissWells Fargo FoundationMr. & Mrs. Thomas WenckMr. & Mrs. Paul WendolowskiMr. & Mrs. Howard WertmanMr. & Mrs. Fred WhiteMr. & Mrs. Harris WildsteinMr. & Mrs. Sydney G. Willson IIIMs. Sandra WinchesterAmy Wolgin Weiner MemorialMr. & Mrs. Lewis R. WolfSusan Wolf McDonald MemorialMr. Michael P. WolfgangMr. & Mrs. Stephen WolfsonMr. & Mrs. Norman WolginMr. & Mrs. Stephen WrightWylie’s Day FoundationYoung Lawyers Section of the Delaware County Bar Association

Mrs. Faith ZarroZeldin Family FoundationMrs. Josephine F. ZelovMr. & Mrs. Lonnie ZimmermanZurich North AmericaMr. & Mrs. Joseph S. Zuritsky

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