Ronald McDonald House Southwest Virginia

11/10/2026

A HUGE thank you to Zina and her daughter for helping us finish our 20,000-piece year-end mailer! ❤️

We had several wonderful people volunteer their time to help us get this big project completed, and we are so grateful for each and every one of them. It takes a village, and we are blessed to have such an amazing community supporting Ronald McDonald House Southwest Virginia!

Our mailer is now complete and ready to head out into the community! Thank you for showing us your heart! ❤️

11/08/2026

☕ HAPPY NATIONAL CAPPUCCINO DAY! ☕

A perfect excuse to treat yourself to your favorite McDonald's cappuccino! And while you're there, don't forget to ROUND-UP your order to support Ronald McDonald House Southwest Virginia! ❤️

We're grateful for the 53 McDonald's restaurants across Southwest Virginia that support our mission and help provide families with a place to stay supported, connected, and cared for while their little ones receive medical treatment.

A little change can make a BIG difference!

Thank you, McDonald's, for your continued partnership and for giving your customers the opportunity to make a difference for families in our community!

Next time you visit McDonald's, ROUND-UP for the HOUSE! 🍟❤️
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11/06/2026

🍩🏃 PACKET PICK-UP IS TODAY! 🏃🍩

Ready to Run for Donuts?! ❤️

📍 RunAbout Sports Roanoke, 3635 Franklin Road, Roanoke 24014
🕚 Today from 11 AM – 6 PM

Stop by today to check in, pick up your race bib, and grab your beanie hat if you were among the first 350 to register! 🎉

✅ Picking up your packet today saves time and helps reduce the check-in line on Saturday morning, so you can spend less time waiting and more time enjoying the fun!

🍩 IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER! Join us this Saturday, November 7th, at Sherwood Memorial Park for our Run for Donuts 5K & Fun Run, benefiting Ronald McDonald House Southwest Virginia!

🏃‍♀️ Register here:
https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Salem/RunforDonuts5KandFunRunRMHC

Let's run, have fun, eat donuts, and support families when they need it most! ❤️🍩

11/05/2026

The holidays are most magical when they’re shared. This season, Ronald McDonald House Southwest Virginia 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 Macy’s to support the campaign and help bring more moments of togetherness to families right here at Macy's at Valley View Mall, Roanoke, VA.

11/04/2026

💗 WISHLIST WEDNESDAY! 💗

The little things can make a BIG difference for the families staying at Ronald McDonald House Southwest Virginia!

This week, we're looking for a few everyday personal care essentials:

✔️ ChapStick / lip balm
✔️ Hairbrushes
✔️ Hair clips
✔️ Hair ties

These simple items help our families feel a little more comfortable and cared for while they're away from home.

Thank you for helping us make every family's stay a little brighter! ❤️

NEW LOOK. SAME MISSION. SAME HEART!

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!