The Ronald McDonald House of Delaware is a non-profit agency. This "home away from home" for families of seriously ill or injured children depends on several of its annual fund raisers for continued support. Please do not hesitate to contact the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware for additional information on any of the events listed.
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| American Girl Fashion Show 2008 |
Five American Girl Fashion Shows will be held on Saturday, April 5th and Sunday, April 6th at Clayton Hall, University of Delaware, Newark, Delaware. Three shows will be held on Saturday – 10:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Two shows will be held on Sunday – 12:00 Noon and 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $35 each (a meal is provided at all shows)
Approximately 100 girls will be chosen to model the American Girl fashions along with a matching American Girl doll. Dolls and fashions featured will be from the Historic and contemporary product lines from American Girl.
All proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware.
| Model Information and Application |
Select a size to download Model Application: Girls Size 6X or Girls Size 10
Click here to download Audition Flyer
Thank you for your interest in being a model for the American Girl Fashion Show. This is a fundraising event to benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware. Please download and complete the model application form and bring it with you to auditions.
American Girl provides only sizes 6X (46” – 48”, 50-55 lbs.) and girls size 10 (4’7” – 4’9”, approx. 75 lbs.) clothing. Models will be required to provide their own footwear, undergarments and hosiery. Models will be required to attend a fitting and two rehearsals prior to the show.
We are looking forward to a great 2008 show! If you have any questions, please contact Dawn Brooks at 302-428-5330 or d.brooks@rmhde.org
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We will have a limited number of Guest Model spots available for modeling during intermissions only. The fee to be a guest model is $25. Guest Models will wear their own outfits and there are no model size restrictions. The limited number of Guest Models is due to time restrictions. For additional information, email Ruth Fulmer, Guest Models Chair at mizruthie@billyfulmer.com or indicate your interest in your Ticket Response Form. Space is limited!
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Tickets go on Sale February 1st. Check back on February 1st and you will be able to download and mail your ticket request form.
Tickets are $35 each and are processed on a first come, first served basis.
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Whether you are attending the Fashion Show or not, you can purchase tickets for our Grand Raffle prizes. Winners will be chosen at the last show (you do not need to be present to win). Tickets are $5 each.
To purchase raffle tickets, print out and complete the raffle information on the Ticket Request Form
1. Just Like You Doll – includes doll, “I Like Your Style” accessories for doll, sleeping bag for doll & girl, sleepover PJ’s for doll, entertainment set for doll, slumber party fun kit, doll brush and doll stand.
2. Julie and Ivy Best Friends Collection – includes dolls, two doll stands and two doll brushes.
3. Julie Doll and Nighttime set – includes doll, Julie’s accessories, Julie’s bed and bedding, Julie’s room accessories, Julie’s sound accessories, Julie’s PJ’s, doll stand and doll brush.
4. Bitty Twins – includes two dolls, Crazy Daisy nightie, Perfectly Plaid PJ’s, Bitty Twins bed and bedding and Bitty Twins hair kit.
5. Bitty Baby Starter Collection – includes doll, snowsuit, stroller and holiday dress.
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Click here to view sponsorship opportunities
Dear Supporter,
In April 2008 the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware will be hosting the Fourth Annual American Girl Fashion Show. We would like to present you with an opportunity to help us raise the funds needed to maintain the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware while helping you to advertise your business to a new group of perspective customers.
In 2007, over 2,000 moms, daughters, grand moms, aunts and special friends attended the show. Each show (we have a total of five) accommodates 400 people. Our 2008 Fashion Show is scheduled for Saturday, April 5 and Sunday, April 6 at Clayton Hall, University of Delaware, Newark. Sponsorship opportunities range from $250 - $10,000 and offer recognition in a variety of ways including recognition on the American Girl invite, event signage, ad in the American Girl program book, tickets to the show and an opportunity to provide an item in the goodie bag.
The Ronald McDonald House of Delaware opened its doors in 1991 and during our 16 years of existence over 20,000 families stayed at our House. Families having a child undergoing treatment at a nearby hospital for a chronic or serious illness or injury can stay at the House for $15 per night. Our fee includes a hot meal each night and a place to share experiences of the day with all the other families staying in our House. We do not turn people away due to their inability to pay. Our average fee per night received during 2006 was $8.97 although the actual cost to us is $56. Events like American Girl help us raise the funds necessary to make up some of the disparity between our costs and what the families can pay.
We hope you will seriously consider becoming a part of our most exciting event. Please call us at (302) 428-5330 if we can answer any questions. All items are negotiable so if you have something in mind, please let’s talk about it.
Thank you in advance for your consideration and I hope to hear from you.
Sincerely,
| Dawn M. BrooksLaura Cook-Lemon Hewitt |
| Special Events CoordinatorSponsorship Chairperson |
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To volunteer for a committee or at one of the shows please contact Sara Funaiock, Volunteer Manager, at 302-656-4847 ext. 140
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| Directions to Clayton Hall |
From points North and South
Take I-95 to Exit 1B (Newark - University of Delaware), which is Route 896 North. Follow Route 896 north into Newark, where it becomes S. College Avenue. Follow S. College to the dead end. Turn left onto Main Street and stay in the right lane. Go about one block and at the fork in the road, bear right over the railroad tracks, following signs for Route 896 North. Proceed straight through the traffic light at Cleveland Avenue. Look for an electronic sign and a sign for the University of Delaware - Laird Campus on the right. Turn right after the electronic sign. Clayton Hall is on the right; parking is on the left.
From Southern Delaware
Take Route 13 North to the Route 1 Bypass. Follow Route 1 North and exit at Route 896. Follow for a few miles, go over the railroad tracks and make a right at the traffic light, following signs for Route 896 North. Follow for several miles, crossing the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal, then Route 40 and I-95.
Follow Route 896 north into Newark, where it becomes S. College Avenue. Follow S. College to the dead end. Turn left onto Main Street and stay in the right lane. Go about one block and at the fork in the road, bear right over the railroad tracks, following signs for Route 896 North. Proceed straight through the traffic light at Cleveland Avenue. Look for an electronic sign and a sign for the University of Delaware - Laird Campus on the right. Turn right after the electronic sign. Clayton Hall is on the right; parking is on the left.
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| Frequently Asked Questions |
Q. Can I order tickets by phone with a credit card?
A. Yes. Call (302) 428-5330
Q. How long is the show?
A. The show last two hours and includes a 15-20 minute intermission.
Q. How do I find out about getting my daughter into the show as a model?
A. Auditions for models will be held in late November/early December. See the Model Information and Application section.
Q. What is guest modeling?
A. Guest modeling is an opportunity for a child attending the show to participate in a mini-fashion show during intermission. Bring your favorite doll and dress as you like. Our Guest Hostess will say a few important facts about each child as she walks the runway. The cost is $25. For additional information, email Ruth Fulmer, Guest Models Chair at mizruthie@billyfulmer.com or indicate your interest in your Ticket Response Form. Space is limited!
Q. What are the table sizes?
A. Most tables are tables of 8. All seats are preassigned and you will receive a table number when you check in the day of the show.
Q. Can groups and friends that know each other be seated together?
A. Yes! We do the best we can to accommodate requests. Large parties (8 or more) will be split between tables but the tables will be situated near each other. Groups that want to sit together should submit one ticket request form.
Q. Do the girls attending dress up and bring their dolls?
A. Absolutely! Every girl is encouraged to dress up and bring their doll.
Q. Are there items for sale at the show?
A. Yes! There is a limited supply of American Girl souvenirs and books for sale at the show. You can pre-order souvenirs thru the Ticket Response Form.
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