NFL Star Receiver Leads Ronald McDonald House Walkers

The Ronald McDonald House had a special guest at its Walk With Ronald event at Six Flags Great Adventure on May 22.

New York Jets wide receiver Braylon Edwards was on hand to lead the walkers in the 11th annual fundraiser for the Ronald McDonald House of Long Branch, Camden and New Brunswick.

“Last year during the holidays, I met families and the staff at the Long Branch house and I was very moved by the enthusiasm of the families staying at the Ronald McDonald House," Edwards said. "I spoke to parents whose children are receiving medical attention at Monmouth Medical Center and learned that the House is a 'home away from home' for these families."

Participants in the walk got to meet Edwards and spend the rest of the day enjoying the rides and games at Six Flags. 

Among the participants were Long Branch Middle School students Kylie Benetsky and Victoria Cattelona. Kylie and Victoria were chosen as walk ambassadors for their school based on their superior leadership and work ethic within the classroom.