Why We Serve Archives - RMHC Bay Area

Family of five smiling in a cactus garden, with children holding toys and the parents standing close together in bright sunlight.

22 May Board Member Spotlight: How Family, Heritage, and Heart Led Elaine Weiner to RMHC Bay Area

Posted at 22:35h in Board of Directors, Diversity Matters, Staff Picks

For Elaine Weiner, giving back is a value that has been instilled in her since childhood, shaped by her cultural heritage and experiences. From a young age, Elaine was deeply...

Sally Duplantier: Smiling woman with a blonde bob haircut wearing an orange blouse and pearl necklace, standing in front of a leafy green wall.

21 Oct A Lifelong Commitment to Building Healthy Communities – Sally Duplantier

Posted at 08:49h in Mission Moments, Why We Serve

For over a decade, Sally Duplantier has been a dedicated supporter of Ronald McDonald House Charities Bay Area. Her involvement stems from a simple but transformative lunch with a member...

VISUAL: Quote from George Harris on a colorful background stating Black History is American History, featured by RMHC Bay Area. READS: “Black History is American History. It’s about moving into the present with a better vision for the future.” — George Harris, Guest Service Associate at RMHC Bay Area

19 Jun Beyond February – Why We Serve: Spotlight on RMHC Bay Area Team Member, George Harris

Posted at 09:11h in Diversity Matters, Why We Serve

Meet George, an essential Guest Service Associate at our Oakland House. George’s background spans two decades with experience in corporate software sales, as well as a five-year career as a...

Smiling woman in plaid shirt standing behind a bingo game setup at RMHC with festive decor in the background.

18 Apr Celebrating Legacy Volunteer Janine: Bringing Smiles to Families, One Bingo Night at a Time

Posted at 08:38h in Volunteers, Why We Serve

In the heart of every vibrant community, there are those individuals whose selfless acts of kindness shape the lives of others in profound ways. Among these individuals is Janine, a...

Chadwick D. Spell and Dr. Chris Wachira smiling while seated outdoors, with RMHC name tags and roles displayed at the bottom of the image.

06 Mar Beyond February: Dr. Chris Wachira’s Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion at RMHC Bay Area

Posted at 09:28h in Board of Directors, Diversity Matters, Why We Serve

Ronald McDonald House Charities Bay Area is proud to welcome Dr. Chris Wachira as one of our newest board members. ...

Shy and Family: Smiling mother and two daughters sitting in tall grass, all wearing denim shirts and white tops during an outdoor photo session.

29 Feb Celebrating Black History Month: Spotlight on RMHC Bay Area Team Member, Shyaun Brown

Posted at 09:23h in Diversity Matters, Why We Serve

At RMHC Bay Area, every staff member plays a crucial role in creating a nurturing environment for families facing challenging times. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are the foundation to...

Collage of Cecilia Aviles with family and a quote about RMHC Bay Area’s evolving support for families, shared for Hispanic Heritage Month. QUOTE: “To be able to help families through what oftentimes is their hardest journey, keeping them together and united – that in itself is healing. The way that RMHC was serving families 25 years ago isn’t the way it’s serving families now, and it’ll be different 25 years from now, but the core values remain the same: support, access, and healing. That’s exciting to me.”

13 Oct Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Cecilia Aviles

Posted at 08:47h in Board of Directors, Diversity Matters, Hispanic Heritage Month, Staff Picks

“To be able to help families through what oftentimes is their hardest journey, keeping them together and united – that in itself is healing. The way that RMHC was serving...

Photo of Willie Hernandez next to a quote about his connection to RMHC Bay Area and its support for Central Valley families, shared for Hispanic Heritage Month. QUOTE: “The mission of RMHC resonates with me on a deeply personal level. I grew up in a family of farmworkers in the Central Valley — the same community where so many of the families we serve at the Ronald McDonald House are from. The housing and services we provide make it possible for families to access the best medical care in the Bay Area.”

06 Oct Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Willie Hernandez

Posted at 13:41h in Board of Directors, Diversity Matters, Hispanic Heritage Month, Staff Picks

"The mission of RMHC resonates with me on a deeply personal level. I grew up in a family of farmworkers in the Central Valley — the same community where so...

Smiling family of five sitting on rocks with Machu Picchu ruins and mountains in the background

28 Sep Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Katty Coulson

Posted at 08:51h in Diversity Matters, Staff Picks

"Representation matters. As a Latina, I am familiar with the environment and circumstances of the LatinX population. Because I share the history, traditions, and challenges…when you have families who are...

14 Aug Check Out Our Strategic Plan

Posted at 10:23h in Board of Directors, CEO, Latest News, Why We Serve

CEO Laura Keegan Boudreau shares RMHC Bay Area’s vision and path to serving more families across our region....