Renucci Hospitality House

While Gabe was hospitalized in September and October '10 our family was blessed to be able to stay close to him in the Renucci Hospitality House. Although it wasn't easy, and it wasn't home, the staff and volunteers there did everything they could to help us to feel comfortable and cared for.  Several church and community groups would bring in meals for the guests of the house at least once each week.  During our stay Kevin and I thought often about what we might do someday to give back to this philanthropic effort, which we hope to continue to do in the years to come. 

If you are interested in a unique way to give to others who are dealing with a sick or premature baby (and live in or near Grand Rapids, MI) perhaps you would like to consider donating items from the list below directly to the Renucci House.  This list has been prepared by those working directly with the families.

Urgent Needs:

Supermarket gift cards (Meijer, Family Fare, Wal-Mart)

Cereal

Liquid laundry soap (Tide, Arm & Hammer or Dreft)

Fruit juices (orange, apple, grape, etc.)

Canned Kool-Aid, punch or lemonade mixes

Fresh fruit (oranges, apples, grapes, etc.)

Cascade Automatic Dishwasher Detergent

Various Items:

Combs and brushes

Shampoo (sample size)

Magazine subscriptions

$5.00 taxi vouchers

Restaurant gift certificates (restaurants within walking distance are ideal)

Supermarket gift cards

Foil, plastic wrap and baggies

Pens/pencils/small note pads

Non-stick frying pans

Toothbrushes

Food Pantry Items:

Snack bars/granola bars/cookies

Baked goods “for immediate use”

Chips, crackers

If you have questions about items listed on the Wish List or other ways to help support the Renucci Hospitality House, please feel free to contact Kirk Bart at (616) 391-1787.