Ronald McDonald House

Lending Heart and Hand to Children and Families in Need

A strong mind.  A strong body.  And a safe, supportive place to grow.  These are things every child needs and deserves to have.  Helping to provide these things is what Ronald McDonald House Charities is all about.  

With the support of local McDonald's Restaurant owners and hundreds of generous people, companies and foundations, this dream became reality. Since its opening, thousands of children with cancer and their families have lived in the "House that love built" at a minimal cost and with much support.

For over 25 years, the Ronald McDonald House has provided a home-away-from-home to families who have children with cancer. But the House is much bigger than its 23 rooms. The House is about heart and about love of donors, volunteers, and families; it's about giving and about support.

 Direct financial contributions from McDonald's comprise less than 20% of our annual operating budget. As a community-supported, nonprofit House, we depend largely on donations from individuals, companies, and foundations who are committed to caring for children who are critically ill. In fact, many of our supporters are former guests of the House, who want to help others and give something back as well.