“Ronald McDonald Houses provide such an incredibly warm and welcoming haven for families in need,” said Rehman. “Staying at one of their houses feels like being at your grandmother's – where you are provided with the thoughtful attention you’d find at a Ritz Carlton combined with the soothing environment and temporary escape you feel at Disney. I am honored to contribute to the efforts of Ronald McDonald House Charities in both Tampa and Baltimore, and I encourage everyone to consider volunteering at their local Ronald McDonald House to make a meaningful impact in their communities.”

The new 10,100-square-foot Ronald McDonald House is located on the fourth floor of St. Joseph's Women's Hospital in Tampa, less than 100 steps away from the neonatal intensive care unit. Featuring 11 bedrooms with private bathrooms, full kitchen and dining area, study area for remote work, parent’s lounge, laundry center, playroom, and fitness and well-being center, the house is designed to accommodate patients and their families for a few days, weeks, or months.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Wednesday, May 7 to commemorate the opening. Several team members from the MITER Foundation attended the event, including Rehman.

“We are delighted to unveil our new House at St. Joseph's Children's Hospital, a milestone that underscores our dedication to providing a supportive environment for families during their most challenging times,” said Lisa Suprenand, CEO, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Tampa Bay. “We are especially grateful to the MITER Foundation for their extraordinary $200,000 gift, which played a pivotal role in turning this vision into a reality. Their generosity will have a lasting impact on the lives of countless families.”

The MITER Foundation has supported Ronald McDonald Charities since 2019 through various efforts. To date, the charitable arm of MITER Brands has donated over $408,000 to Ronald McDonald Charities. Outside of monetary donations, MITER Brands team members have volunteered to make food at other Ronald McDonald houses, as well as assisted at fundraising events, including golf outings and auctions.

Since the MITER Foundation’s inception in 2015, the organization has expanded from helping local charities to a nationwide presence, partnering with organizations to drive the MITER Brands people-first culture in communities throughout the country.

“We’re proud to foster a culture of care, with children’s well-being at the heart of our mission,” said Gwen Mallon, MITER Foundation Specialist. “Supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities is especially meaningful to us as several MITER Brands team members have personally benefited from their support. It’s an honor to give back to an organization that gives so much to families in need.”