Shamrock Shake returning to metro-Detroit McDonald’s for limited time
The Shamrock Shake® is returning to McDonald’s! Starting February 17, fans who purchase the legendary Shamrock Shake® or OREO® Shamrock McFlurry® in the Detroit area will be supporting their local Ronald McDonald House®. 25 cents from every Shamrock Shake sold will support Ronald McDonald House Charities Detroit and Ronald McDonald House Ann Arbor.
Last year, more than $71,000 was raised from the sales of Shamrock Shakes and Oreo Shamrock McFlurry to support RMHC of Detroit and more than $45,000 was raised for Ronald McDonald House Ann Arbor.
Benefits Ronald McDonald House
“The support generated through Shamrock Shake sales makes a meaningful difference for the families we serve,” Kim Kelly, CEO of Ronald McDonald House Ann Arbor.
“Because of McDonald’s owner/operators and the generosity of their customers, we’re able to provide a welcoming place for families to stay close to their children while they receive critical medical care.”
Additionally, McDonald’s customers can support Ronald McDonald House all year through the Round-Up for Ronald McDonald House program when placing orders in the app, dining room, or drive thru at any McDonald’s restaurant.
Great cause
“My fellow Owner/Operators and myself want to extend our thanks to our guests who help us support our local Ronald McDonald House chapter,” said McDonald’s Owner/Operator Joni Thrower Davis.
“Our local communities have continually shown support for the needs of families who are away from their homes providing medical care for their children. The funds raised allows families to feel supported without worrying about costs associated with finding a place to stay.”
The Shamrock Shake was created in 1967 by Hal Rosen, a Connecticut McDonald’s Owner/Operator.
Made with creamy vanilla soft serve, blended with Shamrock Shake syrup, and topped with a delicious, whipped topping, the Shamrock Shake quickly captured the hearts (and taste buds) of America when it was introduced.
In 1974, sales from the shake helped to build the very first Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia. The OREO Shamrock McFlurry, which first debuted in 2020 and comes blended with crushed OREO cookies.
