Ronald McDonald House Charities

We want to make sure they have everything they need. Here are items that every House can always use.

Toys

Because Ronald McDonald Houses serve so many children and families, we can only accept new toys.

• Board games
• Stuffed animals and dolls
• Books for various reading levels
• Puzzles
• Video games (rated E)
• Movies (rated G)
• Balls and outdoor games

Food

We want to make it easy for families to have meals and snacks without worrying about grocery shopping.

• Canned goods
• Non-perishable food items

Shopping List

Houses need the same products as your home, but they need them in bulk because several families stay in a House every night.

• Paper products (facial tissue, toilet paper, paper towels)
• Trash bags
• Aluminum foil, plastic wrap and sandwich bags
• Laundry detergent and fabric softener
• Cleaning products (sponges, dishwashing liquid, dishwasher detergent)
• Bath and bedroom items (towels, shower curtains, sheets and pillow cases)
• Personal care products (deodorant, dental floss, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, conditioner)
• Entertainment products (games, movies, books, art supplies)
• Long-distance phone cards
• Gift cards for local grocery stores and gas stations
• Greeting cards and postage stamps
• Gift certificates to local grocery stores and department stores (Target, Wal-Mart, etc)
• Transportation vouchers (buses, taxis, trains)
• Passes to museums, cultural and sporting events

Contact the Chapter in your area if you want to get a specific wishlist for your local House.