To help mark National Cancer Survivors Month this June, Ronald McDonald House New York was honored on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange in a meaningful broadcast spotlight. The segment, which aired on NYSE TV, featured Steve Bensinger, Board Chairman Emeritus, and Michael Brill, current Chairman of the Board of Associates—two dedicated leaders and cancer survivors who have supported RMH-NY’s mission for years.
This powerful moment elevated awareness for the thousands of families RMH-NY serves each year and reinforced the ongoing importance of compassionate support for children undergoing treatment for pediatric cancer and other serious illnesses.
Watch the full NYSE TV interview below.
Survivors Who Serve
Both Steve Bensinger and Michael Brill have been personally impacted by cancer and have gone on to dedicate their time and talents to support the children and families who stay at Ronald McDonald House New York. Their leadership has helped expand the House’s impact throughout the city and deepen its roots as a community of care for those traveling great distances for lifesaving treatment.
Their appearance on NYSE TV highlighted the importance of the survivor perspective—how those who have faced serious illness themselves often feel a deep responsibility to give back. For years, both leaders have played a critical role in fundraising, advocacy, and strategic growth for the House.
A Strong Partnership with Memorial Sloan Kettering
During the interview, the segment also focused on RMH-NY’s close collaboration with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, one of the nation’s most respected pediatric cancer institutions. Many of the families staying at the House are in active treatment at Memorial Sloan Kettering, just blocks away.
This proximity is a key part of the House’s model: ensuring that families have a safe, welcoming place to stay while their child receives complex medical care. RMH-NY helps relieve logistical, emotional, and financial stress, allowing parents and caregivers to focus fully on their child’s health and recovery.
The partnership between RMH-NY and Memorial Sloan Kettering represents a shared commitment to whole-family care—supporting not just the patient but everyone who walks this journey with them.
Celebrating Survivorship. Supporting the Journey.
June’s Cancer Survivors Month is about honoring those who have fought—and continue to fight—against cancer. The NYSE TV spotlight served as a reminder that survivorship can be a beginning as well as a milestone. For Bensinger and Brill, survival has fueled continued purpose: to uplift children and families who face medical hardship every single day.
Ronald McDonald House New York stands at the intersection of healthcare and hospitality. Each year, the House welcomes families from across the globe and throughout the five boroughs of New York City, providing them with comfort, stability, and community while their child undergoes treatment.
This month is also a time to celebrate the network of survivors, volunteers, and donors who make this work possible.
How to Get Involved During Cancer Survivors Month
Support the mission of Ronald McDonald House New York and make a meaningful difference in the lives of pediatric cancer patients and their families:
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Make a donation in honor of a survivor you know and love. Donate Today →
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Sign up to volunteer at the House or in one of our Family Rooms. Volunteer With Us →
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Share our mission on social media and help spread the word about our work.
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Tell your story. Survivors and caregivers are invited to reach out to share experiences that inspire others.
About Our Board Leadership
Steve Bensinger is Board Chairman Emeritus at Ronald McDonald House New York. A longtime executive in the insurance sector and cancer survivor, he has played an instrumental role in guiding the House’s strategic vision and growth.
Michael Brill currently serves as Chairman of the RMH-NY Board of Associates. With years of involvement, Brill has helped shape programs that enrich the experiences of families at the House and extend the mission into new communities.
Continue Exploring
Ronald McDonald House New York is proud to be part of a movement advancing health equity for families of children with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. With our extended partnerships, compassionate staff, and committed supporters, we remain focused on creating a space where care is felt beyond medicine—and where no family faces cancer alone.
