There is no better way to celebrate the holiday season than by serving others. In December of 2025, the Utah Farm Bureau Board of Directors and staff volunteered at the Ronald McDonald House in Salt Lake City and cooked a delicious meal. Additionally, the Miracle of Agriculture Foundation donated 200 pounds of meat to their pantry!

Above: Board Members and Staff from the Utah Farm Bureau Federation at the Ronald McDonald House in Salt Lake City

The Ronald McDonald House is a global charity with “chapters” across the United States and additional programs in 62 countries. It first started with a house in Philadelphia in the 1970s when the daughter of Fred Hill, a football player for the Philadelphia Eagles, was diagnosed with leukemia in 1974. His experience led him to advocate for a place to support families while their children received care at nearby hospitals. Fred collaborated with Dr. Audrey Evans, who co-founded the charity and brought this vision to life.

Salt Lake City has our very own Ronald McDonald House (RMH). It is essentially a hotel, but with a communal feel and focus. They provide private rooms for families to stay in for free while their children receive care at nearby hospitals. RMH considers the needs of families who might be there long-term by providing entertainment rooms for siblings, a full-service kitchen, reflection/worshiping rooms, and many additional programs and resources.