Jeff Yule Brings Bitcoin to Ronald McDonald House Charities
Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) provides support to the families of seriously ill children receiving treatment at nearby hospitals. On Tuesday, the RMHC of the Capital Region partnered with BitPay to accept bitcoin donations. "Part of what sold us (eased our novice worries) was knowing that the United Way, Green Peace accepted donations via Bitcoin," - Jeff Yule, Executive Director Albany RMHC Three Programs Constitute Ronald McDonald House Charities. The Ronald McDonald House that lessens the burden and financial hardship of families with children suffering from a life-threatening....
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