Donations
01 Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. Sunshine on a Ranney Day is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 45-4773997). You'll receive a tax receipt from Zeffy immediately after donating. If you do not receive a receipt, please email us at info@soardcharity.com
02 Does 100% of my donation really go to kids?
Yes. Zeffy is a 100% free platform for nonprofits and charges zero processing fees. Your entire donation goes directly to funding room materials, labor, and design for children's spaces.
03 Can I set up a monthly recurring donation?
Absolutely. In the donation form above, simply toggle to "Monthly" before selecting your amount. Monthly gifts help us plan future room makeovers with greater confidence.
04 Can I donate materials or services instead?
Yes! We partner with contractors, designers, and suppliers across Atlanta. Visit our Get Involved page to learn about partnership opportunities.
05 How much does a typical room makeover cost?
The cost of each makeover varies depending on the scope of the project. Dream bedrooms typically range from $10,000–$15,000, wheelchair-accessible bathrooms average $35,000–$40,000, and in-home therapy rooms generally range from $20,000–$30,000. Every dollar donated goes directly toward creating these life-changing spaces for the children and families we serve.
About SOARD
01 What is Sunshine on a Ranney Day?
Sunshine on a Ranney Day (SOARD) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides life-changing home makeovers — dream bedrooms, accessible bathrooms, and therapy rooms — for children with special needs in the greater Atlanta area, all at no cost to families.
02 How long has SOARD been operating?
SOARD began in 2012 when we first helped Matthew. To learn more about that project, please visit the "About Us" section.
03 Who runs the organization?
SOARD was co-founded by Peter and Holly Ranney who continue to run the organization daily. Our team includes dedicated volunteers, board members, and a network of construction and design partners. Visit our Leadership page to meet the team.
Room Makeovers
01 What types of rooms do you build?
We build three types of spaces: dream bedrooms designed around a child's interests, accessible bathrooms that promote independence, and therapy rooms for at-home physical or occupational therapy.
02 How long does a room makeover take?
Most rooms are completed in 8-10 weeks during a scheduled build. The planning and design phase typically takes 4–6 weeks before the build.
03 Who actually builds the rooms?
Our rooms are built by a combination of licensed contractors, professional designers, and skilled volunteers. Every project is managed to ensure safety and quality.
For Families
01 How do families apply for a room makeover?
Families can apply through our Application page. We accept applications year-round and select children based on need and available resources.
02 Who qualifies for a room makeover?
We serve children with special needs (physical, developmental, or medical) in the greater Atlanta area. Families must demonstrate financial need and own their home.
03 Is there any cost to the family?
None. Every room makeover is provided completely free of charge to the family. All materials, labor, and design are funded through donations and partnerships.