Wish List

Ronald McDonald House Charities Newfoundland and Labrador provides the simple things that put some joy and normalcy back into families lives during a chaotic and traumatic time. Sitting down for a home-cooked meal together, waking up together, under one roof, ready to face the tough day ahead. Ronald McDonald House Newfoundland and Labrador truly is a place to heal better and together.

Thank you for considering donating an in kind item(s) to Ronald McDonald House. We strive to offer the best possible support for families and all the little things that make Ronald McDonald house a home.

Your in-kind donation will either, reduce operating costs, enhance fundraising events or support our families through our programs. Programs such as:

Warm Welcome Program
Keeping Families Connected Program
Magic Room
Special Day Celebrations Program
House Pantry
Recreation Program

Our Wish List is updated regularly as we meet new challenges in and address the unique needs of our families. If you do not see an item on our Wish List that means we currently have an adequate supply. Check back frequently for updates.

Guidelines:

For the health and safety of the families who stay at Ronald McDonald House, we can only accept donations that are new
For the same reason we cannot accept:
- used items – with an exception only video games
- pre-prepared food can only be accepted if it has been prepared in a commercial licensed kitchen
- plush or stuffed toys for the Magic Room Program unless they are contained in an original packaging that protects them from dust. (Unpackaged new plush/stuffed toys can only be accepted to support fundraising efforts only)
If you have an unique item and are thinking of donating an item NOT listed on our Wish List below, please contact Heather Butler, Senior Development Officer to discuss your donation further at 1-855-955-HOME (4663) or email heatherbutler@rmhcnl.ca. Please note that not all items can be accepted due to need and/or space limitations.

If you are thinking about organizing a Wish List Campaign in your area, please contact RMHC NL at 709-738-0000 or email info@rmhcnl.ca to register and schedule an appointment for presentation. Items collected should be focused on items currently on our Wish List.

Donation Delivery

Donations should be made at the Charity Office between Monday and Friday 9am -5pm. If arriving after regular business hours please contact the Family Services Desk at 733-2244 when you arrive or advise a Family Services team member at the front porch by intercom that you have arrived to make a donation from the Wish List.
If you would like a tour and/or photo presentation – please call ahead to schedule your visit in advance. Email info@rmhcnl.ca
If you are donating a heavy item please bring someone to help you unload the item(s).

Thank you for your support!

Check out the items we need most on our Wish List below. Updated September 10, 2024

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Warm Welcome Program

Quilts – lap size
Toothbrushes/Toothpaste
Travel size shampoo/Conditioner
Travel size shower gel/Body wash
Travel size deodorant
Ladies sanitary items (maxi pads, post partum pads)
Bar Soap
Books for all Ages (newborn to teen)
Travel Size hand sanitizer 70% alcohol
Travel Activity Kits/Games
Puzzle Books
Small toys for all ages

House Pantry Program (please ensure all food items are not near or past expiry date)

Cooking Spray
Can milk
Toaster waffles/Strudels (frozen)
Puddings
Trail mix
Jam
Can/bottle Tomato sauce
Peanut Butter
Raisins
Granola bars
Crackers
Apple sauce
Juice Boxes
Cereal
Take out containers
Freezer Bags
Tin Foil
Non-latex gloves (sizes small, medium, and XL)
Garbage Bags (small and large)
Recycling bags
Javex/bleach
Scent free Dryer Sheets
Swiffer wet and dry
Dish Liquid
Lysol wipes
Liquid hand soap (refill)
Spray 9
Magic Erasers
Scrub Daddies
Batteries – AA, AAA

Magic Room Program

Newborn Toys
Craft Kits
Sensory play
Scentsy Buddies
Toys for boys 5-10
Gift Cards (Walmart, Toys R Us, Avalon Mall, Sephora, Chapters/Indigo, Cineplex, Shoppers DRug Mart, Game Stop, Game System Cards, Amazon, Apple

Recreation Program

Non-toxic Paint
Glue sticks
Books
Puzzles
Gift Cards (Such as Cineplex, The Rec Room, etc)
Special event tickets (minimum of 24 hours notice needed)
Video Games (only accept PS5, Nintendo Switch) can be new or used
Playstation & Switch & Netflix gift cards
We do not accept DVD movies

Special Day Celebrations Program

8.5X11 white card stock
3m hooks
Reusable adhesive putty

Fundraising/Events/Charity Office

Event prizes – promotional swag, inventory or gift cards
New Stuffed Toys
8.5X11 white copy paper

Unique Items

Please contact charity office to discuss info@rmhcnl.ca or call 709-738-0000
Please note that not all items can be accepted due to need and/or space limitations

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