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RMHC NL

Charity Office – Main Line: 709-738-0000 x0

Family Services Front Desk: 709-738-0000 x1

or  709-733-2244

Annette Godsell

Executive Director

annettegodsell@rmhcnl.ca 709-733-2243

Annette has been the Executive Director of RMHC NL since 2012. She is not only responsible for the day-to-day oversight of the programs and services at Ronald McDonald House, the overall well being of the property but also works closely with the RMHC NL Board, RMHC Canada and RMHC Global

Heather Butler, CFRE

Director of Development and Communications

heatherbutler@rmhcnl.ca 709-733-5073

Heather has been working at Ronald McDonald House since 2012 in a wide range of roles. Having first started as a Family Services Associate she is now the Director of Development and Communications. Heather is accountable for achieving fundraising goals within a portfolio of corporate/signature events, donors of all levels, including major gifts, and other fundraising sources utilizing year-round strategies designed to build and maintain superior relationships, cultivate donors and engage volunteers in the work of Ronald McDonald House Charities Newfoundland and Labrador in order to meet and exceed measurable revenue goals.

Owen Beers

Development & Finance Officer

owenbeers@rmhcnl.ca 709-733-5057

Owen has been the Development & Finance Officer since 2024. He is responsible for managing the Donor Database, which involves overseeing financial aspects of all RMHC NL fundraising initiatives.

Kelly Ball

Development Officer

kellyball@rmhcnl.ca or 709-733-5075

Kelly has been serving as the Development Officer since early 2025. In this role she plays a key part in supporting the development team by assisting with annual events and managing corporate relationships. Kelly also handles marketing and communications strategies for RMHC NL. 

Heidi Smith

Development Officer

heidismith@rmhcnl.ca or 709-733-5071

Heidi has been serving as the Development Officer since early 2025. In this role she manages our portfolio of signature events along with annual giving. Having previously worked with RMHC NL, Heidi brings a wealth of experience to the development team.

Jennifer Fleming

Director of Family and Volunteer Services 

jenniferfleming@rmhcnl.ca 709-733-2242

Jennifer has been the Volunteer and Family Services Manager since 2017. Jennifer creates an atmosphere at Ronald McDonald House that is conducive to the prompt and efficient handling of all guest needs. She oversees the Family Services needs that includes a full compliment of Family Services volunteers, helping to ensure and facilitate the smooth and caring service delivery for all our guests. Her dedication ensures that programs and services run smoothly- making reservations, managing check ins and check outs, organizing volunteer activities, and volunteers services within the house.

Emily Drover

Family Programs and Services Coordinator

emilydrover@rmhcnl.ca 709-738-3479

Emily has been working Ronald McDonald House since 2022. Starting as a Family Services Associate she is now the Family Programs and Services Coordinator. Her enthusiasm ensures that programs and services run smoothly, and all families and visitors feel welcomed.

Kayla Hancock

Family Services Assistant

709-733-2244

Family Services Associates

Shirley Kenny

Fred Tucker

Katie Taylor

Samantha Collin-Goss

Our dedicated Family Services team provided around the clock service for our families. They ensure the delivery of our programs and services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

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RMHC is recognized as a public charity under Internal Revenue Code section 509(a) and has 501(c)(3) status. Donations to RMHC are deductible. Donors should consult their tax advisor for questions regarding deductibility. The RMHC EIN is 36-2934689. A copy of the RMHC determination letter is available upon request.

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