BUHLER, Kan. — IdeaTek is bringing back its Season of Giving campaign for a second year after raising $10,000 for Ronald McDonald House Wichita in 2025.
The Buhler-based fiber internet provider will donate $10 to the nonprofit for every new residential internet installation scheduled from Nov. 9 through Dec. 10 in Wichita and other south-central Kansas communities it serves. The company will donate up to $5,000.
Last year's campaign raised $10,000, including a $5,000 match from an anonymous donor. Strong customer participation led IdeaTek to extend the campaign six days beyond its original end date.
According to Ronald McDonald House Wichita, last year's donation covered about 66 nights of lodging and meals for families with children receiving medical care.
“Looking after the communities we serve is something we’re passionate about, and our employees live it every day,” said James Krstolich, IdeaTek's director of community and philanthropic partnerships. “When a child needs care in Wichita, families from the towns we serve can be hours from home. Ronald McDonald House Wichita supports them in meaningful, tangible ways. Our customers made a real difference for these families last year, and we’re grateful to do it again.”
Ronald McDonald House Wichita provided 7,779 nightly stays and served 2,383 people in 2025.
The nonprofit provides lodging, meals and other support to families, allowing them to stay near their children while they receive medical treatment.
“IdeaTek and its customers came through for our families last year,” said Mark Diller, development director at Ronald McDonald House Wichita. “Last year’s gift gave families a place to stay and meals on the table while their children received care. Having IdeaTek back for a second year means more parents can rest near their child during a very stressful time without carrying the additional burden of lodging and travel costs.”
IdeaTek employees will also volunteer during the campaign, with two teams scheduled to prepare meals for families at Ronald McDonald House Wichita on Nov. 18 and Dec. 2.
On Giving Tuesday, Dec. 1, IdeaTek will encourage customers to donate directly to the nonprofit. The company plans to present its donation in mid-December.
New residential customers can also receive 50% off their first four months of internet service by using the promotional code 4SAVE50.
Customers can participate by scheduling a new internet installation by Dec. 10 at ideatek.com/season-of-giving.