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About Us
We believe when families are together, they cope better. We believe no family should have to deal with their child’s medical crisis alone.
Our Mission
The mission of RMHC is to create, find, and support programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children and their families.
Our Vision
A world where all children have access to medical care and their families are supported and actively involved in their children’s care.
We’re changing the lives of families globally
Keeping children and their families together since 1974
Our first Ronald McDonald House opened in Philadelphia, PA, USA, in 1974, after recognizing the need for parents to stay close to their hospitalized child. As we opened more House programs around the world, it became clear that caring for the family of a sick child was as important as caring for the child. That was the beginning of our unique role as a children’s charity, enabling, supporting and facilitating family-centered care. Our Ronald McDonald House programs, located near top children’s hospitals, allow parents who are far from home to stay close to their hospitalized child and benefit from the comforts of home without incurring hotel and food costs. Ronald McDonald Family Room programs offer a quiet respite for all families right in the hospital. And Ronald McDonald Care Mobile programs bring fundamental medical and dental care to underserved communities.
RMHC provides more than 2.2 million overnight stays each year, helping families save nearly over more than $611 million in lodging and meal expenses.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We believe it is the diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences that each member of our global organization brings to the table everyday that allow us to provide the care and support that children and their families need.
We know we are stronger together because of our diversity.
We will never waver in our commitment to this core value.
When you get involved, families everywhere benefit
We believe that no family should have to deal with their child’s medical crisis alone. Your participation with RMHC can make a big difference whether it’s holding a fundraiser for our global organization or volunteering your time with one of our local Chapters. Together, we can impact the lives of many. Join us.
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