Third-Party Fundraising Agreement

  • Third-Party Fundraising Agreement

  • Thank you for your interest in supporting Ronald McDonald House Central PA! Your generosity helps keep families close when they need it most.

     

    Please read the following carefully before filling out the form:

     

    1. About Ronald McDonald House Central PA

    • At Ronald McDonald House Central PA, we keep families close when it matters most. Our Ronald McDonald House in Hershey provides a comfortable place to stay at no cost for families of seriously ill children receiving care at Penn State Health Golisano Children's Hospital.

    • Third-party fundraisers allow us to serve more families and continue providing critical support.

    2. Event Requirements

    • Ronald McDonald House Central PA is the beneficiary, not the host or sponsor.
    • All events must align with our mission, values, and brand guidelines.
    • Funds must benefit Ronald McDonald House Central PA directly; events cannot generate profit for a business or individual.
    • Direct sales or multi-level marketing events cannot be promoted.

    3. Compliance & Legal

    • Organizers are responsible for permits, licenses, and insurance, including liability coverage.
    • Organizers assume all responsibility for safety, risk, and liability.
      Ronald McDonald House Central PA reserves the right to withdraw approval or prohibit use of its name/logo if guidelines are violated.

       

    4. Branding & Promotion

    • Use Ronald McDonald House Central PA name/logo only with approval.
    • Promotional materials (flyers, social media, press releases) must be submitted for review before publication.
    • Approved logos and messaging must not be altered, stretched, or misrepresented.

    5. Donations & Financials

    • Clearly state exactly how funds will benefit Ronald McDonald House Central PA (e.g., “$5 per item” or “50% of net proceeds”).
    • Submit all proceeds and a financial report within 30 days of the event.
    • Ronald McDonald House Central PA issues tax receipts only for donations made directly to the charity.
    • Collect donor info for acknowledgment; Ronald McDonald House Central PA cannot share its donor list.

    6. Photos & Storytelling

    • Obtain consent from participants before sharing photos.
    • Avoid using photos of Ronald McDonald House Central PA families unless approved.
    • Share photos with Ronald McDonald House Central PA for possible promotion.


    Next Step

    Once you have read and understand these requirements, complete the form below with your event and organizer information. Your submission will be reviewed, and Ronald McDonald House Central PA will contact you with approval and the toolkit of marketing materials.

     

    Contact & Support

    If you have questions or need approval for materials, please contact:

    Emily Pavalko, Marketing and PR Manager

    epavalko@rmhc-centralpa.org

     

    Ronald McDonald House Central PA

    745 West Governor Road, Hershey, PA 17033-2304

    Phone: 717-533-4001

    Fax: 717-533-1299

     

    THANK YOU!

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  • Event Information

  • Is Ronald McDonald House Central PA sole beneficiary?*

  • Organizer Information

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Financials

  • Expected date for Ronald McDonald House Central PA to receive donation*
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  • We will hold McDonald's, its subsidiaries, affiliates, and franchisees, Ronald McDonald House, Inc. the Organization and their respective trustees, directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents harmless from and against and all claims, liabilities, judgments, penalties, settlements, losses, damages, and expenses, including court costs and reasonable attorney's fees, incurred or suffered by these parties in connection with or as a result of the event. In addition, I have read and understand the rules related to prior approval for use of Ronald McDonald House Central PA's name and/or logo as well as any communication with media related to the event.

  • Date*
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