This Giving Tuesday, we were honored to join Ronald McDonald House Charities Global CEO Katie Fitzgerald, CDO Shannon Duval, FAHP, CFRE, and Mattel, Inc. CEO Ynon Kreiz for their inspiring annual Giving Tuesday Fireside Chat. The conversation highlighted the incredible connection between purposeful play and family well-being—values that both RMHC and Mattel champion. After the chat, we came together to build 1,000 Play Kits that will bring joy and comfort to RMHC families worldwide. A big thank you Mattel for your continued support and for an inspiring #GivingTuesday!
During this season of giving, Ronald McDonald House Charities is teaming up with Mattel, Inc. to bring joy and comfort to RMHC families around the world. I had the honor of joining Mattel Chairman and CEO, Ynon Kreiz, for their annual Giving Tuesday fireside chat, where we discussed the powerful connection of coming together to keep families together and strong during their most challenging times. RMHC and Mattel share a commitment to purposeful play as a key enabler to family well-being and the healing process for children. Mattel has supported local RMHC Chapters around the world for more than 10 years through volunteering, toy donations, board support and event sponsorships. Following the fireside chat, employees at Mattel HQ built 1,000 Play Kits. Filled with iconic toys like Barbie, Hot Wheels, and UNO, these kits will bring the power of play and togetherness to families at RMHC Chapters across the world. On behalf of the entire RMHC System and the families we serve, thank you to Ynon and all Mattel employees and Fatima Djelmane Rodriguez and the team at Ronald McDonald House Charities of SoCal (RMHCSC) as we, together, advance a world where every family has what they need to ensure the best health outcomes for their children.