Ronald McDonald House Charities

Cheers to 50 YEARS! 🎉 Today we celebrate five decades of mission impact around the world and the incredible community who has helped us achieve our founder, Dr. Audrey Evans’, vision to support the entire family during a child’s healthcare journey. Since the first Ronald McDonald House opened in Philadelphia, we have supported tens of millions of families across 1,000+ programs in 62 countries and regions. And we couldn’t do it without the countless supporters who made this all possible! Join us in celebrating today as we look ahead to the next 50 years! Our partners at Southwest Airlines are generously matching donations up to $50,000 to double the support for families across the globe. Visit https://bit.ly/3U5S7Ls to donate now. #RMHC50

Did you know that RMHC has programs in 62 countries and regions? What started as one Ronald McDonald House 50 years ago is now a global system with 1,000+ programs! From Curaçao to South Africa, we are meeting the needs of local communities to ensure families have access to the care their child needs. #RMHC50

For 50 years, RMHC has proudly cared for families so they can care for theirs. Since the doors of the first Ronald McDonald House opened in 1974, we have expanded the same mission around the world. 👉 Here’s a look at the growth of our global impact over the past five decades. #RMHC50 https://lnkd.in/gJ5uwhMg

October marks the start of a very special month for us — our 50th anniversary! ✨ As we celebrate 50 years supporting families along their child's healthcare journey, we are reflecting on the moments of strength, hope, and community we've shared together. Stay tuned for ways to celebrate with us! https://lnkd.in/gaj_HSd8 #RMHC50

It has been incredible to see all the ways that McDonald's suppliers support RMHC Chapters around the world. Thank you, Cargill, for the many ways you have supported our mission to provide families with access to care along their child's healthcare journey! #RMHC50

From the moment we opened our first Ronald McDonald House 50 years ago in 1974, our founding and forever mission partner, McDonald's, and its Global Supplier community have generously shared their time and resources to support the RMHC mission. This week, join us in showing our appreciation for our partners in the McDonald’s supplier network by celebrating our second annual Collective Impact Week! Our system will be highlighting the incredible impact our partners have made on local Chapters around the globe. To learn more about how McDonald's Suppliers support RMHC, including The Coca-Cola Company, Cargill, Martin Brower, ARMADA Supply Chain Solutions, Lopez Dorada, Seda International Packaging Group, Tyson Foods and HAVI, visit: https://bit.ly/3Xo9K9V #RMHC50

RMHC families had the special opportunity to walk down to the pitch to kick off two Soccer Champions Tour matches to see some of the world’s best clubs play! Thank you to our partners at DIRECTV who support our mission and RMHC families through the power of entertainment. #DIRECTVCares

Please join us in congratulating RMHC President and CEO, Katie Fitzgerald, for being selected for the 2024 Forbes 50 Over 50 list! Katie was selected for the Impact category, which highlights changemakers using their position and influence to create brighter futures for the next generation. She was recognized for her remarkable leadership of RMHC and tenure in the nonprofit industry. Congratulations, Katie! 

What a week! Over the last few days, RMHC colleagues from 58 countries joined us here in Chicago for the 2024 RMHC International Conference. It was an incredible time filled with connection, discussion, and inspiration! From our 100 learning sessions to a private screening of "Audrey's Children," a biopic of our co-founder, the late Dr. Audrey Evans, we had an unforgettable time together.   Thank you to the 1,700+ members of the RMHC Family that traveled far and wide to be with us. YOU are the heart of the work we do and the driving force of our mission to provide essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing when children need healthcare.   As we continue to celebrate our milestone anniversary this year, let us remember: we are 50 years young, and our work has just begun! #RMHC50

In 2008, Instituto Ronald McDonald launched the Early Diagnosis of Childhood Cancer program, which has trained 35,000 health and education professionals to identify early signs and symptoms of cancer. This initiative has not only allowed for quicker referrals to specialized care centers but ensures that children receive faster, critical care, significantly improving survival rates across Brazil. 💙 To learn more about the impact RMHC has around the world, visit https://lnkd.in/gn6GPQTW #RMHC50