What is the “Help Make This House a Home” campaign?
Coldwell Banker is sponsoring the Ronald McDonald House Charities “wish list” for their newest—and also the world’s largest—Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children’s Hospital opening summer 2012 in Chicago. This “wish list” covers everything that families could need at the House while their children are in the hospital. These donated items will truly “Help Make This House a Home.”
How can I donate from the gift registry?
1. Purchase an item from one of the online gift registries
a. Click here for the Amazon registry
b. Click here for the Macy’s registry
2. Choose the item you’d like to donate
3. Select the “RMH near Lurie Children’s Wish List” shipping address on the check-out page
4. Include “Coldwell Banker” in the “Notes” section on the gift registry check-out page
5. Please share this with your friends, family and clients to help us give back by purchasing a gift through the registry
Can I donate money instead of a gift?
Yes, you can elect to purchase a gift card off of the registry, rather than a gift.
Click here to order a Amazon gift card
Call 1-800-568-8865 to order a Macy’s gift card
What if I want to buy a gift and drop it off? Where should I take it and when is it due?
Gifts are due by December 13 and can be dropped off at the following Coldwell Banker offices:
Northwest office, 792 E Rand Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Lincoln Park Plaza office, 1840 N Clark St., Chicago, IL 60614
How will the gifts be delivered to the new house?
On December 13, Coldwell Banker agent volunteers will load up a special delivery truck to deliver all of your donated items.
Where is the new House located and how many families can stay there?
The new House is located near the new Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago at 211 E Grand Ave. There will be 86 bedrooms throughout 14 floors and three “common-area” floors that feature reception, living, kitchen and dining areas, all designed to allow families to be together while their children are treated at the nearby hospital.
When is the new House opening?
The current plan is for the House to open late spring/early summer of 2012. We’ll be sure to keep you updated!
