Belle River Family Becomes McHappy Day Ambassadors After Ronald McDonald House Support
Belle River couple named McHappy Day ambassadors after son’s care at Ronald McDonald House
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Amanda and Matt McGowan from Belle River, Ontario, have been named McHappy Day ambassadors after receiving care at the Ronald McDonald House for their son, Dryden. Their fundraising efforts contributed over $2,100 to support the charity, helping surpass its goal of $20,000 for families in need.
- 01Amanda and Matt McGowan serve as McHappy Day ambassadors.
- 02Their son, Dryden, received care at Ronald McDonald House.
- 03The couple raised over $2,100 during the Big Red Shoe 5K run.
- 04Total funds raised for Ronald McDonald House Southwestern Ontario exceeded $21,000.
- 05Ronald McDonald House provides essential support for families with critically ill children.
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Amanda and Matt McGowan, a couple from Belle River, Ontario, have been named regional ambassadors for McHappy Day, expressing their gratitude for the care their son, Dryden, received at the Ronald McDonald House. Dryden required specialized care at birth, prompting the family to stay at the facility adjacent to the hospital. To give back, they participated in the April 26 Big Red Shoe 5K run, raising over $2,100 for the charity. This amount contributed to a total of more than $21,000 raised for Ronald McDonald House Southwestern Ontario, surpassing the initial goal of $20,000. Matt McGowan emphasized the importance of the organization, stating, “It keeps families close during the most important times, when we need to be there for our son.” Ronald McDonald House is a non-profit that offers a “home away from home” for families with critically ill or injured children, providing accommodations, meals, and support services to ease emotional and financial burdens during treatment.
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The funds raised will help provide essential services for families in need, allowing them to stay together during difficult times.
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