Christmas in July: How CNY Can Help Families at Ronald McDonald House

Send us Fan MailWhen a child is seriously ill or injured, families should be able to focus on one thing: being there.On this episode of The Community Connection, part of the Inner Harbor Cast, Skip Clark sits down with Beth Trunfio, President and CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central New York, to talk about the life-changing support the organization provides to families receiving medical care in our community.Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central New York serves more than 1,000 families each year, providing a home away from home, home-cooked meals, transportation support, essential supplies, compassionate care, and a community of people who understand what families are going through—all while helping keep loved ones close to their children.Beth also shares details about the annual Christmas in July donation drive, which helps restock essential supplies used by families throughout the year.🎄 Christmas in July Drop-Off Event📅 July 23⏰ 10 AM–4 PM📍 Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central New York1100 East Genesee Street, Syracuse, NYNeeded items include:• New, unopened non-perishable food• Grab-and-go snacks• Household essentials• Toys and activities• Grocery, retail and other gift cardsSupporters can also help through the organization’s online wish list.In this conversation, Beth discusses:• How Ronald McDonald House keeps families together during serious medical challenges• The real financial burden facing families who travel for pediatric care• Hospitality carts serving families inside local hospitals• Why simple things like meals, laundry and transportation make an enormous difference• How Central New York has supported families for more than 40 years• Volunteer and donation opportunities• How families are referred for a stay• Why Christmas in July is so importantOne of the most powerful reminders from this conversation: when everything else is taken care of, parents can focus on the job that matters most—being there for their child.Learn more, donate, volunteer, or view the complete wish list at rmhcny.org.Subscribe to the Inner Harbor Cast for more conversations with the nonprofit leaders, community organizations, local newsmakers and people making a difference across Central New York.#RonaldMcDonaldHouse #RMHC #CentralNewYork #SyracuseNY #ChristmasInJuly #CommunityConnection #InnerHarborCast #SkipClark #CNY #Nonprofit #FamilySupportSupport the showThanks for listening!  Follow us at youtube.com/@skiphappenspodcast