Interparcel CEO Raises over $5000 for RMHCS

Interparcel Managing Director, Steve Zammit, raised over $5000 for Ronald McDonald House Charities Sydney through the CEO Walk in My Shoes program.

The event was a 22-hour overnight immersion experience in the Ronald McDonald House in Randwick and featured ten CEOs from several prominent organisations. The CEO Walk in My Shoes event provides a first-hand understanding of what parents and carers go through on a daily basis. The program also provides insight into what makes the best possible experience for families who stay at the premises.

In total, the group of CEOs raised an outstanding $104,348, which equates to enough funds to cover 650 nights of accommodation and support for families staying at Ronald McDonald Houses.

What is the CEO Walk in My Shoes Event?

The CEO Walk in My Shoes initiative is an immersive experience that simulates what it's like for parents and carers staying at Ronald McDonald House in Randwick. During the 22-hours, Steve and his colleagues:

• Cooked and served dinner and breakfast to families
• Navigated real-life scenarios to gain first-hand knowledge of what families go through
• Utilised their skills and expertise to tackle a business issue as a group
• Met with key personnel behind the scenes to get a better understanding of everything that goes into supporting families.
• Gained a unique insight into what it takes to run the Ronald McDonald House in Randwick and create empathy for the families.

A Massive Thanks

Steve was not only humbled by the experience from Ronald McDonald House Charities Sydney but also by the extraordinary generosity of his donors. Steve raised a total of $5209 which works out to be 33 nights of accommodation and support for families staying at Ronald McDonald Houses.

"A massive thanks to all that donated," said Steve.

"The CEO Walk in My Shoes was an amazing experience. To see first-hand the work that RMHCS does and hear directly from families and how they have been supported was incredible. It really is a home away from home for the families of seriously ill children."

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The Randwick House opened in 1991 and provides more than just the basic essentials. Thanks to support from people like Steve and his donors, the House can continue to assist families that travel more than 100 kilometres from home to receive specialist medical care for their sick children by offering a warm and welcoming place to stay.

It's run by a hardworking team of staff as well as a little furry buddy called Wilbur. There are also a dedicated group of volunteers, and it is aided by generous donors, sponsors, community members, and corporate partners.

The CEO Walk in My Shoes not only inspired Steve but also everyone here at Interparcel. We hope to partner with the organisation in the future to help them continue to provide this outstanding service for the families that need it most.