About Us

Staff & Board

Leading with Compassion

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Connecticut and Western Massachusetts is supported by a dedicated and compassionate staff and board, all committed to serving our families and community. While our work together is serious, our focus remains the joyful and positive moments of family togetherness.

Our Staff

Michelle D'Amore

Chief Executive Officer
mdamore@rmhc-ctma.org
203.777.5683x410

Caroll Alvarado

Volunteer & Guest Services Coordinator, RMH Springfield
calvarado@rmhc-ctma.org
413.271.5683

Emily Brady

Chief Development Officer
ebrady@rmhc-ctma.org
203.777.5683x402

Melanie Burgos

Coordinator, Special Events & Corporate Partnerships
mburgos@rmhc-ctma.org
203.777.5683x409

Jane Capua

Donor Database Coordinator
jcapua@rmhc-ctma.org
203.777.5683x403

Emily Davidson

Administrative Assistant
edavidson@rmhc-ctma.org
203.777.5683x415

Celine Hamilton Quill

House Manager, RMH Springfield
chamiltonquill@rmhc-ctma.org
413.271.5683

Marissa Hedman

Communications & Digital Fundraising Coordinator
mhedman@rmhc-ctma.org
203.777.5683x406

Melissa Kenniston

House Manager, RMH Connecticut
mkenniston@rmhc-ctma.org
203.777.5683x407

Emily Lopez

Volunteer & Guest Services Coordinator, RMH Connecticut
elopez@rmhc-ctma.org
203-777-5683x404

Rosemarie Zello

Development Manager
rzello@rmhc-ctma.org
413.271.5683

Cathy Zorgo-Bignolas

Director of Communications & Marketing
cbignolas@rmhc-ctma.org
203.777.5683x401

Board of Directors

Cynthia Tanon-Santos

President

Lauren Mallozzi

Vice President

John Skelly

Treasurer

Stacia Grosso

Secretary

Edward Abraham
Todd Bailey
Matthew Bizzarro
Rob Caiaze
David Edwards
Arthur Erickson
Jocelyn Maminta
Tony Mascaro
Rich Merchant
Matt Perry
Guido Petra
Nichole Rene
Pat Sheehy
Cynthia Sparer
Sheldrick Streete
Scott Taylor
Thomas Walsh

Make a difference for families in need

Every day, families face the challenge of having a child in the hospital, and your generosity helps Ronald McDonald House Charities of Connecticut and Western Massachusetts keep them together. Learn more about our programs and join our community of supporters.