Celebrating Purpose-Driven Partnerships: 2025 Ronald McDonald House Canada Partners in Purpose Award Winners

At Ronald McDonald House Canada, we know that extraordinary things happen when purpose-driven partners show up - not just for their communities, but in ways that reflect their own values, brands, and people. That’s why we are proud to launch the Partners in Purpose Awards - a new national recognition program celebrating the organizations, teams, and individuals whose commitment helps families stay in their child’s fight. Whether through generosity, advocacy, innovation, or service, these partners bring our national mission to life in ways that are both meaningful and enduring.

This year’s inaugural recipients exemplify what it means to lead with purpose, and we are honoured to celebrate their impact.

Partner of the Year: Cargill Canada

Cargill Canada exemplifies what it means to be a purpose-driven partner. Together with their heartfelt employees from coast to coast, they show up for Ronald McDonald House with dedication and care. Their signature annual FORE! The Houses golf tournaments in London and Winnipeg continue to create moments that inspire, unite, and uplift - and they keep setting new records, raising over $564,000 and enabling 2,277 nights of stay for families in 2024 alone. This year, and as Ronald McDonald’s Houses across Canada continue to experience rising demand for meal programming, they stepped up once again with a gift-in-kind program that will deliver more than $180,000 in annual savings. As a six-year lead sponsor of The Great Games Challenge, and through countless other acts of support both nationally and locally, Cargill Canada continues to champion families in our communities with compassion, creativity, and care. Since 2005, they have contributed more than $7.7 million to Ronald McDonald House across Canada - and so much more through their time, talent, and heart.

Congratulations, Cargill Canada - and thank you for being a true Partner in Purpose.

Impact Campaign of the Year: Moneris – “Good for Small”

Moneris’ Good for Small campaign is a powerful example of storytelling in action. This national initiative honours their local small business partners who are passionate advocates of their communities - and it continues to grow, delivering over $650,000 in grants to Ronald McDonald House Chapters across Canada since 2023. The campaign not only raises awareness, but also sparks meaningful, lasting relationships between small businesses and their local Ronald McDonald House. In Winnipeg, Jenna Rae Cakes delivers birthday cakes to families staying at Ronald McDonald House Manitoba, while in Montreal, Urban LouLou provides pet therapy services to local families - all inspired by their recognition through Good for Small. The campaign reflects Moneris’ values and brand beautifully, and from coast to coast, Moneris employees have rallied behind it, amplifying its reach and impact through their energy and advocacy.

Congratulations, Moneris - and thank you for showing how purpose-driven storytelling can create lasting change.

Service in Action Award: DKI Canada

DKI Canada’s commitment to Ronald McDonald House and families across Canada goes far beyond the expected - showing up with hands-on support that reflects a deep culture of service and compassion. From hosting meals and volunteering at local Houses, to offering emergency response and disaster relief services, their impact is felt across the country. Through their Bringing Families Home member and community fundraising campaign, DKI Canada Members have raised more than $913,000 since 2022 - a testament to their belief in the power of community and collective action. Whether it’s everyday volunteerism or stepping in during times of crisis, DKI Canada, together with their Members, consistently go above and beyond to help families stay in their child’s fight.

Congratulations, DKI Canada - and thank you for turning service into action, and compassion into impact.

Generosity in Action Award: Saputo Dairy Products Canada

Saputo Dairy Products Canada’s roots as a family-founded business give them a deep understanding of what it means to care for families - and that care shines through in their support of Ronald McDonald House across Canada. With a renewed $2.25 million pledge over five years, Saputo is making a meaningful difference, including through a national gift-in-kind program that delivers essential dairy products directly to families staying at Ronald McDonald Houses. This generous support helps nourish families and provides critical budget relief to meal programs coast to coast. Thanks to Saputo, families have comforting, nutritious ingredients at the table - easing the burden during some of life’s most challenging moments. True to their promise, Saputo brings good to the table - and that good is felt in every House, every meal, and every family they help support.

Congratulations, Saputo Dairy Products Canada - and thank you for standing with our families, as only a family can.

Charity Champions Award: McDonald’s Global Technology Social Squad (Canada)

The McDonald’s Global Technology Social Squad (Canada) have proven that when passionate people come together, incredible things happen. This volunteer-led team raised more than $43,000 through a grassroots run/walk initiative - rallying colleagues, building momentum, and inspiring others across the McDonald’s Canada system to get involved. Their energy, creativity, and commitment to Ronald McDonald House have made a national impact. By leading with heart and action, the Social Squad has proven that employee-driven efforts can spark meaningful change for families with seriously ill or injured children — one step, one team, and one community at a time.

Congratulations to the McDonald’s Global Technology Social Squad (Canada) - and thank you for leading with heart, hustle, and purpose.

Heart of Ronald McDonald House Award: Becky Bevacqua

For more than 13 years, Becky Bevacqua has been a passionate advocate for Ronald McDonald House across Canada - leading with heart, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to families. From championing McHappy Day campaigns to building global partnerships and showing up in everyday moments that matter, Becky has helped raise millions and spread joy across the Ronald McDonald House community. Her leadership is felt not only in the results, but in the relationships she’s built and the spirit she brings to everything she does.

Congratulations, Becky - and thank you for being the heart of Ronald McDonald House.

Thank You to All Our National Mission Partners!

The inaugural Partners in Purpose Awards shine a light on what’s possible when mission-driven organizations, teams, and individuals unite around a shared purpose. Each of this year’s recipients has shown up in extraordinary ways - bringing heart, innovation, and generosity to help families stay in their child’s fight. Their leadership reminds us that purpose isn’t just a value - it’s an action.

To all our partners: thank you for standing with Ronald McDonald House and families across Canada. Your support fuels our mission, strengthens our community, and brings comfort to families when they need it most.

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