Ronald McDonald House Richmond

11/05/2026

We are incredibly proud to be recognized as a top 10 fastest-growing Richmond nonprofit! Thank you to Richmond BizSense for honoring our organization alongside the region's top growing companies and nonprofits.

This achievement is made possible because of our dedicated community of supporters who understand the need for our programs and share our vision of continuing this exciting momentum to serve more families in medical crisis, even better. We appreciate everyone who makes our essential work possible!

The results are in for the 2026 class of the RVA 25, BizSense’s annual list of the region’s fastest-growing companies, presented by Keiter. https://richmondbizsense.com/2026/10/16/finalists-announced-for-the-rva-25-class-of-2026-rankings-to-be-unveiled-nov-9/

11/05/2026

Tim Ireland is a dedicated, longtime volunteer at Ronald McDonald House Richmond and Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU. Each week Tim can be found in our Ronald McDonald House serving grateful families, his kindness shining through in every smile given, joke cracked, and waffle served. 🧇 ❤

Thank you to Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU and AFP, Central Virginia Chapter for recognizing Tim's outstanding work with families receiving pediatric care!

11/04/2026

For 101 nights, Ronald McDonald House Richmond provided Jerell with all the comforts of home, and so much more. While her newborn daughter, Janae, received care in the NICU at Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital, daily transportation ensured that Jerell could spend precious moments by Janae's side. During her stay, Jerell also enjoyed freshly-made meals, special memories exploring Richmond with her 11-year-old son Juel, and the peace of mind that her baby girl was always just minutes away.

We're incredibly excited to share that Richmond Family Magazine featured Ronald McDonald House Richmond in a Nonprofit Spotlight! Head over to https://richmondfamilymagazine.com/community/nonprofit/ronald-mcdonald-house/ to read more about Jerell's story and how our essential care programs helped her along her daughter's medical journey.

11/03/2026

The holidays are most magical when they’re shared. This season, Ronald McDonald House Richmond is proud to be part of Macy's There’s Magic in Being Together campaign. From November 1 through December 24, customers can round up at checkout at the Short Pump Town Center and Chesterfield Towne Center Macy’s to support the campaign and help bring more moments of togetherness to families right here in Richmond.

10/30/2026

At our Ronald McDonald House, families enjoy all the comforts of home - and at this time of year, one of the best spots in the city to take in Richmond's fall foliage. While we can't exactly take credit for the beauty of Monument Avenue, we're grateful to offer families a calming, serene space and moments of normalcy along their medical journey. 🍁🏡

10/29/2026

Team Captain James is ready for M4K Richmond to kick off next week - are you? 🥸

Join Ronald McDonald House Richmond's team for a month of meaningful mustache growing (real mustache not required) and raising funds for local child-focused nonprofits! The party starts next Wednesday, November 4th at Top Golf and continues throughout the month with weekly fun-draising check-ins at local breweries, culminating in the 'Stache Bash celebration on December 4th. 🎉

Sign up at https://m4krichmond.org/donate-to-a-grower/ronaldmcdonaldhousecharitiescrew? to join supporters like James in growing a mustache for a great cause this November!

10/28/2026

This spooky season, families at Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU could find Halloween costumes for the whole family thanks to Spirit Halloween's charitable foundation, Spirit of Children! 👻 ❤️

We were grateful to play a small part in helping families find their perfect Halloween look by offering a selection of fun costumes in our Ronald McDonald House through our partnership with the hospital's incredible Child Life team. Thank you to our friends at CHoR and Spirit Halloween for making this special moment possible!

10/27/2026

Support families in medical crisis by checking items off our wish list this holiday season! With the holidays just around the corner, there are plenty of ways to help make the season bright for families with a child in the hospital. ❤️ 🎁

🌟 Overwhelmed by choice? Individually packaged snacks are a top need for our families! 🌟

Help families stay close this holiday season by gifting items from the Amazon wish list at https://qrco.de/beygAS or dropping donations off at our Ronald McDonald House on Monument Avenue (2330 Monument Ave) any day from 9am-9pm.

10/23/2026

We couldn't have asked for a more perfect day for our Red Shoe Golf Tournament! After spending a beautiful fall Monday out on the courses at Hermitage Country Club, we're thrilled to announce that we raised a total of (🥁🥁🥁...) $180,000 for families in medical crisis! ❤️ 🙌

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this incredible impact possible! Special thanks to our McMaster Champion Sponsor DPR Construction, our Presenting Sponsors Dominion Energy, Martin Brower, and QSRSoft, and the rest of our amazing sponsors who helped raise meaningful funds to support pediatric families along their healthcare journey.

📷 Check out the snapshots from the day and team pictures at https://photos.app.goo.gl/T8cKNUgL9TwgYbCc9
Photo credit: Memories by PJ

10/22/2026

This year's M4K Richmond is right around the corner - are you ready to "grow" a mustache for Ronald McDonald House Richmond?

Join our Mustaches for Kids (M4K) Richmond team at https://m4krichmond.org/donate-to-a-grower/ronaldmcdonaldhousecharitiescrew? to "grow" a mustache (fake mustaches are acceptable!) and raise critical funds for local child-focused charities! ❤️

Here's what to expect:
🎉 Start with a fresh-shaved face at the kick off party on November 4th
🙌 "Grow" a mustache and ask friends and family to support your fundraising efforts!
✅ Keep the momentum going with weekly check ins at local breweries
🥸 Celebrate the end of mustache season with the annual 'Stache Bash on December 4th!

10/22/2026

Sometimes the impact of a Ronald McDonald House stay lasts long after a family returns home. ❤️

Jo knows that firsthand.

When her family needed support, they found a welcoming place to stay close to care and a community that understood the challenges they were facing.

Now, she's giving back by volunteering at Ronald McDonald House Australia, supporting families on their own medical journeys and helping them feel seen, supported and less alone!

10/15/2026

October 15 holds a special place in our hearts. ❤️

Today marks the anniversary of the opening of the first Ronald McDonald House, and one year since we introduced our modernized brand alongside our Family Stays platform.

Over the last year, Chapters around the world have brought our new brand to life, all while celebrating the families at the heart of our mission.

When a child is ill or injured, family isn’t just there for a visit. They stay for the long haul. Ronald McDonald House makes it stay that way.

10/13/2026

With 1,500+ Team Ronald McDonald House runners at this year’s , there are thousands of WHYs behind the miles. We captured just a few of them. ❤️

This year's team includes healthcare professionals, Chapter staff, volunteers, corporate partners, and passionate supporters from communities around the world.

Different experiences brought them to the starting line, but together they're helping more families access the care, resources, and support they need throughout their child's healthcare journey.

10/12/2026

A big congratulations and THANK YOU to our 1,500+ Team Ronald McDonald House runners, volunteers, and incredible sponsors who joined us at this year’s Chicago Marathon as we celebrated the team’s 20th anniversary!

For two decades, runners have gone the distance with one shared goal: helping families stay close to the care their children need.

This year, thanks to your support, we raised over $3.8 million to help provide families with access to care along their child’s healthcare journey. Here’s to 20 more years of going the extra mile for Ronald McDonald House families ❤️

10/10/2026

Today, on , we're thinking of all the families navigating their child's healthcare journey. 💚

When a child needs medical care, families often carry a lot: worry, uncertainty, disrupted routines, financial stress, and time spent away from home and loved ones.

Through Ronald McDonald House programs around the world, families can find a place to rest, recharge, connect with others who understand, and stay close to the care their child needs.

09/27/2026

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is a time to honor the children and families whose lives have been changed by cancer and to recognize all that families navigate throughout their treatment.

Cancer treatment can mean long drives, extended stays, countless appointments, and time away from home. Through it all, families should be able to focus on what matters most: caring for their child and being together.

At Ronald McDonald House, we’re honored to help families stay close to the care their child needs while finding comfort, community, and a sense of home – this September and every day. ❤️

09/21/2026

As we recognize this September, we're thinking of the NICU families supported by Ronald McDonald House programs around the world ❤️

Families like baby Grayson's.

Grayson was born early at 33 weeks and needed immediate surgery and specialized care. For nearly a month while Grayson was in the NICU, his parents, Paige and Jordan, stayed just steps away at Ronald McDonald House Louisville

"Being at Ronald McDonald House allowed us to be with Grayson in the NICU as much as possible," Paige says. "It was the biggest blessing to us on our journey."

09/18/2026

“The facility allowed us to stay focused on our son’s needs while still giving him the chance to enjoy being a child.” - The McHugh Vasquez Family

Jeremy, Jessica, and their three children stayed at Ronald McDonald House Atlanta for over 60 nights while their son participated in a feeding therapy program nearby.

When families can stay close, they can focus on what matters most: caring for and supporting one another throughout their child’s medical journey.

09/15/2026

When you're navigating your child's medical journey, everyday activities like getting a haircut can fall to the bottom of the priority list.

At Ronald McDonald House Tampa Bay, Inc., Olivia and her team helped families get back-to-school ready with fresh haircuts. We're grateful to community members like Olivia who give back in meaningful ways, helping families feel supported and experience moments of normalcy during challenging times.

08/31/2026

Once a Ronald McDonald House Family, always a Ronald McDonald House Family. ❤️

While Harlow and Hadley were in the NICU, the Rardon family found comfort and support at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mid-Missouri. Now, the twins have made it a tradition to give back by volunteering at the House each year, even spending part of their birthday this year packing lunches and preparing a meal for families staying at the House.

Thank you, Harlow and Hadley!