Spoonful of Hope

Join us for a rewarding volunteer opportunity to prepare and serve a delicious meal for families staying at the Ronald McDonald House! This hands-on experience is wonderful for team building with your colleagues, a meaningful activity for school groups (ages 12+), a way to connect with your church or civic group, or even a unique and impactful way to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, or any gathering of up to 6 people. Our Chef will handle meal planning, ordering ingredients, preparing for your group’s arrival, and guiding you along the way. At the end of the event, your group will have helped prepare a home-cooked meal for our guest families and stock our fridge with grab-and-go options for the week.

Program Details: 

  • Group Size: We can accommodate up to 6 volunteers per group.
  • Scheduling: Choose a date that works best for you! Volunteer opportunities are available Sundays-Thursdays . You can expect to be here from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM.
  • Age Requirements: Anyone 12 years or older can participate. Volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult 21 or older.
  • Visiting the House: All group members must follow our SafeVisitor procedures outlined on our group volunteers page. For the safety of our guest families, please stay home if there is a chance you might be sick. You can expect to be with us for three and a half hours. This includes food prep, serving and eating.
  • Donation: To help cover food costs, we ask for a minimum donation of $300 per group.
  • Serve: We invite all groups to stay and serve the meal they’ve made. It’s often the most rewarding part of the entire experience!
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Sponsor Spoonful of Hope for recognition and group volunteer cooking opportunities.

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Your contribution, no matter the size, can make a real difference.

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Spoonful of Hope FAQ

Will our experience include a tour?

Yes! Your group will receive a tour around 4:45 P.M.

May I take photographs or video when our group is at the House?

Of course! Pictures in our common areas or grounds are welcome. Out of respect for their privacy, photos of our guest families are not permitted unless taken by a staff person.

Can I bring more than 6 people?

Due to the size of our commercial kitchen, we are not able to accommodate groups larger than 6 people. You can browse our other volunteer opportunities here.  

Sign Up for Spoonful of Hope

When are you looking to volunteer? (For example "anytime the week of April 1" or "A Thursday in July.")

How Sign-Up Works

  1. Fill Out the Sign-Up Form: Let us know you’re interested! Complete the details on the form on this page.
  2. Choose Your Dates: We offer volunteer opportunities Sundays-Thursdays from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM. Pick 3-5 dates that work best for your group, but keep in mind some days may already be booked. Don’t worry, we’ll let you know of any conflicts.
  3. Confirmation Email: We’ll review your sign-up within 2 business days and send you a confirmation email. This email will lock in your official volunteer date and provide additional details about what to expect during your visit.
  4. Donation Link: The confirmation email will also include a link and instructions for your group to complete your $300 donation.

Thank you to our 2024 Spoonful of Hope Sponsors

Table Spoon Sponsors

GOLO
Trisura

Tea Spoon Sponsors

Monroe Energy
NEIL
Sharp Energy

Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our guest families by providing a Spoonful of Hope! For questions, please contact our team at kevin@rmhcdelaware.org or (302) 428-5324.