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Media contacts: Kim Schuette: 614.297.2314 or kschuette@ohiohistory.org
For Immediate Release
McDonald's® of Central Ohio Announces Fund-raising Partnership with the Ohio Historical Society
Visit McDonald's® May 30 and Help Raise Money for Your Local OHS Site!
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – In conjuction with the Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian Happy Meal Toys, premiering at McDonald's May 22, the central Ohio Co-Op for McDonald's Restaurants is raising money for the Ohio Historical Society (OHS).
On Sat., May 30, $.50 from the sale of every Happy Meal sold in central Ohio will be donated to OHS.
Funds raised in Franklin and surrounding counties will benefit OHS historic sites and museums: the Ohio Historical Center (Columbus); Harding Home/Tomb (Marion County); Newark Earthworks (Licking County); Wahkeena Preserve (Fairfield County); and Adena Mansion & Gardens (Ross County).
"McDonald's is excited to support the work of the Ohio Historical Society throughout central Ohio," said Jeff Newman, local owner/operator and president of McDonald's central Ohio marketing cooperative. "It's such a worthy organization. They not only take care of Ohio's history but bring it alive for all of us. We know that our customers will come out to support them."
In addition, McDonald's will be sponsoring a Night at the Museum event at the Ohio Historical Center Sat., June 20, 7 – 11 p.m. Tickets will be $12 for adults and $9 for youth with member discounts available. In the spirit of the movie, visitors will be able to experience the Center as they've never experienced it before. For more information, visit www.ohiohistory.org or call 614.297.2300/800.686.6124.
"We are thrilled to have McDonald's support," said Bill Laidlaw, OHS executive director and CEO. "This is a great opportunity to not only raise funds for the Society, but to create a fun family experience for visitors in the spirit of the Night of Museum movie while showcasing the state's history museum."
About OHS
The Ohio Historical Society, a nonprofit organization that serves as the state's partner in preserving and interpreting Ohio's history, natural history, archaeology and architecture. Among its many programs and services, OHS administers 58 state memorials and museums. For more information about programs and events, visit www.ohiohistory.org or call 614.297.2300/800.686.6124
About McDonald's
McDonald's USA, LLC, is the leading foodservice provider in the United States serving a variety of wholesome foods made from quality ingredients to millions of customers every day. More than 80 percent of McDonald's 14,000 U.S. restaurants are independently owned and operated by local franchisees. McDonald's in central Ohio has 126 restaurants in a 22-county area. For more information on McDonald's visit www.mcdonalds.com. Follow our LOCAL updates on Twitter at McDonaldsCMH_OH.
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