“While we all adjusted to the loss of normal life, our frontline heroes showed up, every day, to serve families of the sickest children accessing care in the Bay Area.” — Laura Keegan Boudreau, CEO
2020 AT A GLANCE
There’s nothing the Bay Area can’t achieve when we come together for families in medical crisis.
When the pandemic overwhelmed our medical and social services systems, more than 700 new donors joined our ranks to ensure we could continue housing and feeding families. As other nonprofits struggled to stay afloat, more than 2,300 supporters funded our COVID-19 relief efforts. And while we all adjusted to the loss of normal life, our frontline heroes showed up, every day, to serve families of the sickest children accessing care in the Bay Area.
Last year, I said that you—our community of supporters—would provide a guiding light, hope, and resources. I trusted that you would help us emerge from this crisis stronger than ever. And together we closed a $1.4 million revenue gap caused by the pandemic’s restrictions on events and volunteers.
No one could have predicted the extent of the unknown we would face or just how much change there would be. And while we have yet to emerge fully from this crisis, or to define exactly what normal will look like moving forward, I know there is nothing we can’t accomplish for families when we stick together. We truly are stronger together.
With gratitude,
CEO Laura Boudreau, MPH, MSW
21,000 nights of rest
for families nearby and inside the hospital
$10,860,000 in economic relief
for families with sick children
1,000 nights of alternative housing
made possible by Veritas, Apartment List & Airbnb
25,000 toys and care items
donated for Comfort & Joy with an estimated value of $185,416
73,000 meals
provided to families with children in the hospital
94,000+ pounds
was distributed through our meal program
$1.3 million-worth of goods & services
donated to keep families and staff safe & cared for
106 students
accessed remote learning through our Ronald McDonald House School
A Thank You Note From Our CEO
There’s nothing the Bay Area can’t achieve when we come together for families in medical crisis.
When the pandemic overwhelmed our medical and social services systems, more than 700 new donors joined our ranks to ensure we could continue housing and feeding families. As other nonprofits struggled to stay afloat, more than 2,300 supporters funded our COVID-19 relief efforts. And while we all adjusted to the loss of normal life, our frontline heroes showed up, every day, to serve families of the sickest children accessing care in the Bay Area.
Last year, I said that you — our community of supporters — would provide a guiding light, hope, and resources. I trusted that you would help us emerge from this crisis stronger than ever. And together we closed a $1.4 million revenue gap caused by the pandemic’s restrictions on events and volunteers. No one could have predicted the extent of the unknown we would face or just how much change there would be. And while we have yet to emerge fully from this crisis, or to define exactly what normal will look like moving forward, I know there is nothing we can’t accomplish for families when we stick together. We truly are stronger together.
With gratitude,
Laura Boudreau, MPH, MSW
CEO, Ronald McDonald House Charities Bay Area
2020 AT A GLANCE
21,000 nights of rest
for families nearby and inside the hospital
$10,860,000 in economic relief
for families with sick children
1,000 nights of alternative housing
made possible by Veritas, Apartment List & Airbnb
25,000 toys and care items
donated for Comfort & Joy with an estimated value of $185,416
73,000 meals
provided to families with children in the hospital
94,000+ pounds
was distributed through our meal program
$1.3 million-worth of goods & services
donated to keep families and staff safe & cared for
106 students
accessed remote learning through our Ronald McDonald House School
The Sobrato Family Foundation Board Chair Lisa Sobrato Sonsini (left) with her mom Sue Sobrato (middle) and sister Sheri Sobrato Brisson (right).
SUPPORTER SPOTLIGHT
Now is the moment to find inspiration in the ability to help. To be of service.” — Lisa Sobrato Sonsini, Board Chair, The Sobrato Family Foundation
The impact of The Sobrato Family Foundation on families with sick kids extends beyond the sum of its grant funds, totaling $1.5 million over the last decade. When COVID-19 hit, the Foundation responded with not one but two rounds of relief grants, amplifying the power of its distinctive focus on unrestricted funding for essential human services. They rallied. We acted. Families were served.
SUPPORTER SPOTLIGHT
The Sobrato Family Foundation Board Chair Lisa Sobrato Sonsini (left) with her mom Sue Sobrato (middle) and sister Sheri Sobrato Brisson (right).
Now is the moment to find inspiration in the ability to help. To be of service.” — Lisa Sobrato Sonsini, Board Chair, The Sobrato Family Foundation
The impact of The Sobrato Family Foundation on families with sick kids extends beyond the sum of its grant funds, totaling $1.5 million over the last decade. When COVID-19 hit, the Foundation responded with not one but two rounds of relief grants, amplifying the power of its distinctive focus on unrestricted funding for essential human services. They rallied. We acted. Families were served.
FAMILY FEATURE
8-year-old Kaiya Mack’s message is simple: Help if you can, the way others helped her. Kaiya was born with a life-threatening condition that required her to undergo six surgeries as a newborn. Needing access to care not available in Hawaii, Kaiya’s family traveled to the Bay Area, staying at Ronald McDonald House for months while she recovered. Kaiya embodies the hope and resilience we witness every day at RMHC Bay Area. Now healthy, Kaiya used her love of singing to raise $10,000 for kids like her, splitting the money evenly between the Bay Area and Hawaii RMHC Chapters. Check out her songs and campaign at: rmhcbayarea.org/kaiya or check out her recent news story.
The fact you can be in this community (of families) and share with other people and they help you and it’s for free and don't ask you for anything in return, it's a blessing.” — Kaiya's dad, Jonny Mack, pictured above with mom Mariah, Kaiya, Katana, and Soka
FAMILY FEATURE
The fact you can be in this community (of families) and share with other people and they help you and it’s for free and don't ask you for anything in return, it's a blessing.” — Kaiya's dad, Jonny Mack, pictured with mom Mariah, Kaiya, Katana, and Soka
8-year-old Kaiya Mack’s message is simple: Help if you can, the way others helped her. Kaiya was born with a life-threatening condition that required her to undergo six surgeries as a newborn. Needing access to care not available in Hawaii, Kaiya’s family traveled to the Bay Area, staying at Ronald McDonald House for months while she recovered. Kaiya embodies the hope and resilience we witness every day at RMHC Bay Area. Now healthy, Kaiya used her love of singing to raise $10,000 for kids like her, splitting the money evenly between the Bay Area and Hawaii RMHC Chapters. Check out her songs and campaign at: rmhcbayarea.org/kaiya or check out her recent news story.
2020 FINANCIALS*
TOTAL REVENUE RAISED: $6,687,055
DONATIONS OF GOODS & SERVICES: $1,317,777
TOTAL EXPENSES: $6,602,314
Total Program Expenses: $5,744,013 (87%)
Total Administrative Expenses: $264,093 (4%)
Total Fundraising Expenses: $594,208 (9%)
*Numbers reported are unaudited financials
RMHC Bay Area is rated Platinum by Charity Navigator
based on our financial performance, accountability and transparency metrics
2020 FINANCIALS*
TOTAL REVENUE RAISED: $6,687,055
DONATIONS OF GOODS & SERVICES: $1,317,777
TOTAL EXPENSES: $6,602,314
Total Program Expenses: $5,744,013 (87%)
Total Administrative Expenses: $264,093 (4%)
Total Fundraising Expenses: $594,208 (9%)
*Numbers reported are unaudited financials
RMHC Bay Area is rated Platinum by Charity Navigator
based on our financial performance, accountability and transparency metrics
REVENUE BY SOURCE:
67%
Individual Donors
As event revenue disappeared due to COVID-19, the percentage of revenue donated by individuals nearly doubled.
14%
Foundation Support
13%
Corporate Support
7%
Earned Income
0%
Events
Local Bay Area McDonald’s franchises and customers provided 72% of the corporate support RMHC Bay Area received in 2020. Learn how to Round-Up with your local McDonald’s, watch our video.
We turn every $1 donated into $5-worth of family services
87% of all funds raised directly support families
REVENUE BY SOURCE:
We turn every $1 donated into $5-worth of family services
87% of all funds raised directly support families
67%
Individual Donors
As event revenue disappeared due to COVID-19, the percentage of revenue donated by individuals nearly doubled.
14%
Foundation Support
13%
Corporate Support
7%
Earned Income
0%
Events
Local Bay Area McDonald’s franchises and customers provided 72% of the corporate support RMHC Bay Area received in 2020. Learn how to Round-Up at your local McDonald’s, watch our video.
Collectively, these mission partners provided more than $735,000 in economic relief, donating essential food items, supplies, and services.
Collectively, these mission partners provided more than $735,000 in economic relief, donating essential food items, supplies, and services.
Board of Directors
OFFICERS
Amy Oliver
President
Brad Lyman
Vice President
Vania Santella
Treasurer
Heather Pietsch
Secretary
DIRECTORS
Cecilia Aviles
Laura Keegan Boudreau
Eileen Bocci Campbell
Lisa Caswell
Katty Coulson
Anthony Ewell
Lee Ann Freeman
Ross Glasser
Gerry Hinkley
Linda Howell
Brad Koenig
Bob McIntire
Kelley Meade, MD
Christophe Mosby
Solomon Moshkevich
Rich Seiler
Rishi Seth
Greg Sinigiani
David Thomas
Sean Truesdale
Board of Directors
OFFICERS
Amy Oliver
President
Brad Lyman
Vice President
Vania Santella
Treasurer
Heather Pietsch
Secretary
DIRECTORS
Cecilia Aviles
Laura Keegan Boudreau
Eileen Bocci Campbell
Lisa Caswell
Katty Coulson
Anthony Ewell
Lee Ann Freeman
Ross Glasser
Gerry Hinkley
Linda Howell
Brad Koenig
Bob McIntire
Kelley Meade, MD
Christophe Mosby
Solomon Moshkevich
Rich Seiler
Rishi Seth
Greg Sinigiani
David Thomas
Sean Truesdale
Board of Directors
OFFICERS
Amy Oliver
President
Brad Lyman
Vice President
Sean Truesdale
Treasurer
Cheryl Cheng
Secretary
DIRECTORS
Eileen Bocci-Campbell
Lisa Caswell
Anthony Ewell
Lee Ann Freeman
Gerry Hinkley
Linda Howell
Brad Koenig
Anne McCune
Bob McIntire
Christophe Mosby
Solomon Moshkevich
Heather Pietsch
David Rosenthal, M.D.
Vania Santella
Rich Seiler
Jeff Silk
Greg Sinigiani
David S. Thomas