Our Impact
Ronald McDonald House programs and services help alleviate some financial burdens for families along their child’s healthcare journey. Last year alone, we helped families save $678 million in lodging and meal expenses.
Our global reach supports communities throughout the world.
60+
countries and regions
2.8 million
overnight stays
$678 million
saved in meal and lodging expenses
Growing globally to serve more families, better
In 2024, our core programs expanded to fulfill the unmet needs of families around the world. Systemwide, 7 new Ronald McDonald House programs opened; 5 House programs increased sleeping rooms and 11 new Ronald McDonald Family Room programs opened.
298,900+ volunteers dedicated their time and talent around the world, last year, allowing Chapters to direct more donation dollars to other areas of programming that support families and children.
Hundreds of childrens hospitals around the world are home to at least one core Ronald McDonald House program.
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Children treated in Australia
For thousands of children in Australia who are treated for serious illnesses, the impact of hospitalization, medications, and lengthy convalescence means that many fall behind in their studies. This program helps children catch up on their learning, helping them reach their full potential.
Ronald McDonald Learning Centre, Ronald McDonald House Malta
Hosts a range of services and programs for children and teens with learning or social challenges and their families. The Learning Centre features: • A safe and therapeutic learning environment for children • Training rooms • Activity areas • Fully-equipped learning kitchen • Consultation room
Family cabins in Norway
In collaboration with the Stine Sofie Foundation, Norway is home to an innovative coping center for children who have experienced violence and abuse. Children and safe family members or safe caregivers stay together in five residential Ronald McDonald Family Cabins while receiving education to strengthen relationships and develop skills that contribute to more resilience in everyday life. Since 2016, the Ronald McDonald Family Cabins have accommodated over 700 of children + families houses in Norway.
