Heart to Table

Treat families to an evening of gourmet dining

Heart to Table, group volunteering at Ronald McDonald House in Westmead

A gourmet meal that means more

Amid hospital visits and the anxiety over caring for a sick child, families often lack the time, disposition, or means to indulge.

That’s why we came up with Heart to Table, our Meals from the Heart Restaurant program. It’s a special way to give families a well-deserved break from the realities of childhood illness.

Together, we can bring a fine-dining experience to families staying at the Westmead House. You’ll take their orders from a curated menu and serve them with care. The joy you’ll create will be unforgettable—both for the families and your team.

What Heart to Table means to families

When families are constantly in and out of the hospital for treatments and appointments, mealtimes often fall to the bottom of the priority list. By giving families an elevated dinner experience, you’re offering more than just nourishment—it’s much-needed respite for the heart and soul.

It’s another meal that families don’t need to worry about, and one more way they feel supported.

Ronald McDonald House gave us space away from the hustle and bustle of the hospital and the opportunity to rest and recharge so that we could give Harlow our best selves while she recovered. On our first night, Heart to Table dinner was being served by the GIANTS Netball team. Harlow is a massive netball player who's had to miss playing due to surgery, so this experience was the highlight of our stay."

Heart to Table details

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Group Size

12 to 20 people (aged 12+)*

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Time

3:00 pm to 9:00 pm

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Fee/Donation

$5,000 (covers the cost of ingredients and support from a professional chef and staff)

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Menu

A delectable three-course meal

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Who Can Participate

Corporate and community groups, clubs and teams, family and friend groups

* Children over the age of 12 are welcome to participate, but we require a 1:1 ratio of child to adult for safety purposes. We thank you for your understanding.

Your Heart to Table experience will begin with a warm welcome and a guided tour of the Westmead House. After your five-star service, your group will have the opportunity to share a meal with families—a chance to connect, reflect, and see the impact of your generosity firsthand.

Why your support matters

Our meal programs are only possible because of the generosity of organisations and groups. Your involvement directly helps us continue providing comfort, care, and practical support to families during one of the most challenging times in their lives.

The booking fee is a tax-deductible donation that will help us achieve our ambitious goal of increasing our meal services by 70%. This will allow us to provide at least one nutritious meal per day, not only to families staying at the House, but throughout the entire Westmead Health Precinct.

Are you read to book your Heart to Table experience?

Simply register by selecting your preferred date via the calendar below and we will be in touch. For more information, call 02 9806 7111 or email [email protected].

If your group has participated in the Heart to Table group volunteering program, we’d love to hear from you! Your feedback will help us improve our programs, enabling us to better support families. You can share your experience by leaving a Google Review or filling in the form below.

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