Our Team

For Joyce, this work is deeply personal. She is passionate about creating environments where people thrive and where meaningful connections drive impact.

In her role as Executive Director, Joyce is focused on strengthening the House’s connection to the community while continuing to support families who rely on RMHC every day. Her leadership centers on collaboration, compassion, and ensuring that every family who walks through our doors feels at home.
At Ronald McDonald House Charities of Columbia, our mission is simple but powerful: to keep families close to the care they need—and to each other.

With Joyce’s leadership, we look forward to continuing this work alongside our dedicated volunteers, generous donors, and committed community partners.
Joyce is excited to connect with our community—partners, supporters, volunteers, and families.

Whether you’ve been part of RMHC for years or are just learning about our mission, we invite you to be part of what’s ahead.

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Leads our family-focused programs, making sure every service supports families when they need it most.

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Builds and strengthens relationships with donors, partners, and the community to support fundraising efforts and expand the reach of our mission.

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Coordinates day-to-day program operations, supporting families and ensuring services run smoothly, efficiently, and with care.

Oversees daily operations of the House, creating a safe, welcoming, and comfortable environment for all families staying with us.

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Manages storytelling, social media, and communications efforts to share our mission, engage the community, and highlight the impact of RMHC.

Plans and executes fundraising and community events that bring people together in support of our families and mission.

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Manages the Ronald McDonald Family Room, providing a restful space and essential support for families within the hospital setting.

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Recruits, trains, and supports volunteers, ensuring they have meaningful opportunities to contribute to the House and its families.

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Supports the day-to-day logistics of the House, helping maintain a clean, organized, and fully functioning space for families and staff.

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Alphie is the beloved House dog of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Columbia, spreading comfort, smiles, and unconditional love to families and visitors alike. Alphie was generously donated by Alpha Delta Pi, a sorority with a long history of supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities as its national philanthropy partner.

Whether greeting guests, offering a friendly snuggle, or simply being a calming presence, Alphie is always ready to lift spirits and remind families that love and support are never far away!