Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times has been selected by the Children’s Oncology Camp Association International, COCAI, as one of 17 “elite” camps in the United States, Canada and Europe, for its work with oncology campers. Camp received the COCAI “Gold Ribbon Camp” award for meeting “Oncology Best Practices” in the areas of camp administration, […]

At the Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times Gala in October, we had the honor of talking to Rick and Monique Crouser, parents of Tristen Crouser who was diagnosed with  Acute Lymphatic Leukemia when he was two years old. Today, Tristen is 10 and still fighting.  He recently received a bone marrow transplant that was […]

Frida and I established Barco’s Nightingales Foundation in 2008 as our way of honoring generations of nurses for their contributions and dedication to making the world a better place. Through our Foundation, we also have paid tribute to our loved ones who taught us honesty, integrity, compassion, and a commitment to inspire the hearts of […]

On our recent visit to Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times, we were struck by the simplistic but remarkable posters that lined the eating and activity rooms.  Each was beautifully meaningful and poignant, uplifting and hopeful.  We hope these lift your spirits today, and remind you of the blessings in your life today and every […]

We were blessed to spend an extraordinary day at Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times with our grandson Dylan and his parents. While we were there, we had a chance to see so many amazing children and adults, all embracing life with joy and hope. While in the cafeteria the entire campers – nearly 120 […]

Once again we are humbled by the outpouring of support for our Walk for Children.  This year, we had an increase in the number of walkers to 580, which is amazing.  All of us enjoyed perfect weather and a beautiful, inspiring morning. Our fundraising total stands at about 5% more than last year.  These funds […]

From our friends at Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times…. “Barco’s Nightingales Foundation was a proud Presenting Sponsor of Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times’  “Walk for Kids” Event on Sunday, April 6th. On this bright sunny day, 2,000 participants WALKED 3.2 miles to support of Camp Good Times and Ronald McDonald Houses of So […]

For the fourth year, Barco’s Nightingales Foundation will walk with RMHC in their annual Walk for Children.  Since its inception in 2008, Barco’s Nightingales Foundation has been on a mission to lift the lives of children around the world in honor of nurses.  Since then, we have been able to make a difference in the […]

We had a chance to sit down with our founder, Michael Donner and talk candidly about Barco’s Nightingales Foundation.  Below is part one of the conversation. Q.     What motivated you to start Barco’s Nightingales Foundation?   A.     For some time my wife Frida and I had been trying to think of a way to pay […]

The diagnosis of ‘cancer” is always devastating, but when it is your child who is diagnosed; the impact on the entire family can be unbearable. Whatever the prognosis, a cancer diagnosis interrupts childhood and hinders the experiences that lead to normal child development.