Buy a Happy Meal and donate to charity

(WTNH) - Ronald McDonald House Charities holds its 22nd annual Trees of Hope.

McDonald's new Happy Meal automatically includes an offering of fruit.

All Happy Meals include Apple Slices and kids-sized Frech Fries, & McDonald's is continuing its commitment of donating 1 penny per Happy Meal sold to Ronald McDonald House Charities .

Children will be able to still choose from a Hamburger, Cheeseburger or Chicken McNuggets and choice of beverage, including new fat-free chocolate milk, as well as the currently offered 1% low fat white milk.

Since 1988, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Connecticut and Western Massachusetts has provided more than $6 million to over 400 non-profit organizations, helping thousands of area children lead happier, healthier and more productive lives. For more information about RMHC visit www.rmhc-ctma.org or connect with them through Facebook.

The Ronald McDonald House of Connecticut is located in New Haven and provides a home away from home for families of seriously ill children receiving treatment at nearby hospitals.