Even our youngest community members can make an impact! Elementary and middle school students can get involved by making door decorations for family rooms, collecting wish list items, or hosting pop tab drives. Every project helps spread kindness and support to families staying close to their children.
The pop tabs by themselves do not mean much; however, when collected, they add up to become a valuable donation to the Ronald McDonald House Eastern North Carolina. You can help us “pull together” by collecting the tabs you pull to open soda, soup, and other cans.
Invite your neighborhood, friends, and family to provide goods for a donation drive!
20 Items = 4 hours
For every 10 additional items is 1 hour
Many of the families we serve are here with newborns. Share some love and creativity by decorating onesies in sizes preemie to 12 Months for our smallest guests!
Toiletry Kits help ensure we have everything families may need while staying with us.
Kits should include at least one of the following travel-size products:
Assemble the kits together in a Ziplock bag and decorate them for an extra special touch!
10 bags with 3-5 items = 4 volunteer hours
We accept toiletry kit donations 7 days a week from 8am – 8pm!
High school students can make a lasting impact at Ronald McDonald House Eastern North Carolina! Whether it’s becoming a Teen Ambassador or hosting a wish list drive, there are plenty of ways to get involved. These opportunities help students develop leadership skills, complete service hours, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of families staying close to their children.
The Teen Ambassador Program is a unique opportunity for high school students who are passionate about giving back and eager to learn more about nonprofit work. Ambassadors commit to a service year from September to May, meeting twice a month at Ronald McDonald House Eastern North Carolina.
Through hands-on experience, seminars, and volunteer opportunities, Teen Ambassadors develop skills in Leadership, Advocacy, Fundraising, and Community Awareness while supporting our mission.
Applications for the 2026 – 2027 are now closed. Application for the 2027-2028 Ambassador will open in March.
Teen Ambassadors must be rising juniors or seniors in high school. It is not required that the student be located in Pitt County.
To apply, students must complete the online application form, which includes a space to upload: Signed Parent Consent Form (Required) and an optional resume and letter of recommendation from a teacher or mentor.
After the deadline, all applicants will be invited for speed interviews before final selections are made. Due to limited spots, not all applicants will be accepted, but we encourage everyone to stay involved with Ronald McDonald House!
You must be 16 (sixteen) years or older to volunteer inside our Maynard Children’s Hospital Family Room and 18 (eighteen) years or older to volunteer at our House on Moye Blvd. To become an individual volunteer, you must commit to at least 2 (two) shifts a month for 6 (six) months.
The pop tabs by themselves do not mean much; however, when collected, they add up to become a valuable donation to the Ronald McDonald House Eastern North Carolina. You can help us “pull together” by collecting the tabs you pull to open soda, soup, and other cans.
Invite your neighborhood, friends, and family to provide goods for a donation drive!
20 Items = 4 hours
For every 10 additional items is 1 hour
Assemble grab and go snack bags for families on the way to the hospital! All bags must include at least 3-4 snacks. Snack bags cannot include anything with nuts. Options for bags can include:
10 bags with 3-5 items = 4 volunteer hours
College students play an important role in supporting our mission! From coordinating campus fundraisers and hosting wish list drives, student groups and individuals can get involved in meaningful, hands-on ways. This helps foster community engagement and strengthen the connection between local students and the families we serve.
You must be 16 (sixteen) years or older to volunteer inside our Maynard Children’s Hospital Family Room and 18 (eighteen) years or older to volunteer at our House on Moye Blvd. To become an individual volunteer, you must commit to at least 2 (two) shifts a month for 6 (six) months.
Invite your neighborhood, friends, and family to provide goods for a donation drive!
20 Items = 4 hours
For every 10 additional items is 1 hour
The holidays at RMHC ENC are full of joy, light, and tradition—even when families can’t celebrate at home. To make the season magical, your group will “adopt” a room in our House to decorate with an over-the-top holiday theme. Here’s what that looks like:
This project gives families a warm, festive atmosphere that feels like home—and brings joy to children and parents during a season that can otherwise be stressful.
The holidays should be a time of joy, but many of our families spend them focused on their child’s health instead of gift-giving. Each year, RMHC ENC creates a “Santa Room” filled with toys and holiday cheer so parents can still surprise their children. Your group will help make this possible by:
This project spreads joy and helps relieve the stress families face during the holiday season, making their stay a little brighter and more memorable.
Our annual Luminaries light up the community in support of RMHC ENC families. Each kit includes 10 paper bags, 10 candles, and a bag of sand—all packed into a small box and sold for $15. Your group will help bring this fundraiser to life by:
This project gives your group the chance to raise awareness, fundraise directly for families, and see the impact of your efforts shine bright in our community.
Have a question? Contact Erin Thomas at erin@ronaldmcdonaldhouseenc.org
