Ronald McDonald House Southwestern Ontario

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  Meet an RMH Windsor family

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  RMH Windsor is celebrating 5 years in the community, but we need your help to meet the growing need.

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  gearing up for golf

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  38th annual RMH golf classic

  It's time to get ready for golf! Get involved, sponsor or donate and help support RMHC families.

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  new 2021 event

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  rmhc-swo clays for kids 

  We have a NEW outdoor event this Fall! Get involved with RMHC-SWO's first-ever Clays for Kids. 

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Meet Our Families

Many guest families from across Southwestern Ontario have kindly shared their personal journeys and RMH experiences with us. These stories show their appreciation for the comforts the House provided to them when they needed it most.

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  A Hockey-Playing, Dirt Bike Riding, Eight-Year-Old Boy

  A Hockey-Playing, Dirt Bike Riding, Eight-Year-Old Boy

  Carson was born with a bilateral cleft lip & palate, which has meant calling Ronald McDonald House Charities Southwestern Ontario our home several times when we need…

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  We Found a Group of Friends That Became Family

  We Found a Group of Friends That Became Family

  When Amelia and Harper arrived early at just 24 weeks, parents Johnathan and Jessica found RMH London their "home-away-from-home" for 152 nights. Johnathan…

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  Helping Us Enjoy the Good Life Has to Offer

  Helping Us Enjoy the Good Life Has to Offer

  I am going to be honest. I had no clue what RMH really was…Darius was born with Down Syndrome and another rare disease called NF2. It’s so rare that he is the…

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  From 0% Odds to 100% Home

  From 0% Odds to 100% Home

  My name is Kayla Ibarra and my family called RMH London home for 10 weeks while our 22-week-old twin girls were in-hospital. Our girls, Luna and Ema, were given 0% chance…

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  #SHOWYOURSTRIPES for River!

  #SHOWYOURSTRIPES for River!

  When Mikaela and Luke knew they were going to have a baby the excitement started. As a photographer, Mikaela was getting the nursery ready and foreseeing the photos…

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  Home isn't a Place, It's a Feeling

  Home isn't a Place, It's a Feeling

  “Home is not a place…it’s a feeling.” When we think about Ronald McDonald House, the first thing that comes to mind is the word home. Ronald…

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  Over 100 Nights

  Over 100 Nights

  We knew about Rylee's condition, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH), while I was 21 weeks pregnant and were told we would be sent to London for her medical care…

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  A Place to Catch our Breath

  A Place to Catch our Breath

  When our son, Keanen, was diagnosed with leukemia we went through a wide range of emotions, from fear and anger to sadness and guilt; the experience…

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a special thank you to Our Donors

Our heartfelt thanks to each of our national and local partners for their unwavering support. We could not do what we do without you. View a full listing of our donors who provide support to our families.

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  • - July 29 -

    Our friends in Windsor-Essex are shaping up for another summer of sunflowers, photoshoots, and events to raise support for #RMHC Families. Follow Sunflowers 4 Smiles on Facebook for dates, times, and how to book your visit! #Sunflowers4Smiles #Visit #Donate https://t.co/TufvrX1qds

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  • - July 28 -

    The Comfort Food program is a NEW fundraising initiative where you host a dinner party! ✅Host dinner for friends & family - ask them to make a gift to help a RMH family. ✅Get your own "party package" with what you need to bring comfort while having fun! https://t.co/h4gVPKW093 https://t.co/9TZeF35zEZ

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  • - July 26 -

    Staff took a special trip to spread some RMHC-SWO LOVE to our wonderful volunteers ❤🙌 We saw some surprised faces as we put out signs on many of their front lawns! "A heartfelt thanks to our volunteers. We see you. We love you!" #YardSigns #SpreadLove #WeLoveVolunteers https://t.co/Nr9qd8Pm2Z

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  • - July 25 -

    We sure did feel the love with @HRdownloadsinc matching donations up to a total of $2,000 in the month of June. Thank you to everyone who showed their support, whether spreading the word or making a donation, and to #HRdonates for making us a charity of choice for the month! https://t.co/PebL7HqwET

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  • - July 22 -

    After Max’s family spent 144 nights staying close at #RMHLondon, they've continued to keep his spirit alive with their incredible #SunflowerFields & amazing support of the community. Have you visited a Miracle Max’s Sunflower field yet?❤📸 https://t.co/yLPdro8P2C https://t.co/k2JWdTK9vW

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  • - July 20 -

    THIS YEAR, @Cargill HAS MADE A COMMITMENT TO MATCHING DONATIONS UP TO $184,000 ⛳The "FORE! The Houses" Golf Tournament may be postponed, but @cargill is still #keepingfamiliesclose! Click the link to donate & double your impact before July 27th: https://t.co/NjdW9BzmLL https://t.co/dzyw92yNTS

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  • - July 19 -

    We want to congratulate Colleen and Peter Buckley on their dream come true - opening a new McDonald's Restaurant in the small but vibrant community of Petrolia 🙌 ❤ #Congratulations #GrandOpening #WelcomeToTheFamily https://t.co/tXiQCg6yiq

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  • - July 15 -

    Houses across Canada are hosting virtual Youth Connect Programs, thanks to @RBC and @RMHCCanada. We held our RMHC Southwestern Ontario Music Night event led by two talented musicians who hold RMH close. #MusicNight #WhatsPlaying #RMHCFamilies https://t.co/XYLj4FaYUy

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  • - July 14 -

    This #WishlistWednesday RMH London is asking for donations of grab-and-go snacks! We're also in need of cereal for both adults & kids staying with us - visit our website & contact Deb to set up a donation drop-off: dgibbs@rmhc-swo.ca https://t.co/7Ar9T5G05j https://t.co/660uwAovSY

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  • - July 13 -

    Families like the McDonnell's didn't expect to need Ronald McDonald House, but when they did RMH Windsor was there. Watch their interview and make a donation in celebration of 5 years in the Windsor-Essex community! https://t.co/6KY6dfhsW8 #KeepingFamiliesClose #FamilyIsMedicine

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  • - July 12 -

    Local family gives back after unexpected loss https://t.co/D32VKpWoIC

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  • - July 8 -

    ATTENTION GOLFERS⛳️ Why not golf to keep families close at the 38th Annual Golf Classic? Enjoy a day on the @Highland_CC_ on August 12th! Register yourself or a foursome and help families from your community stay close to their hospitalized child. https://t.co/YRRsgUxZJe https://t.co/eoX6yesfBo

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  • - July 7 -

    The Big Red Shoe Run for #RMHWindsor has kicked off its new House to House 182km Run! 🙌 There's still time to sign-up yourself or a team for this virual event #keepingfamiliesclose. #Register #RunForTheHouse #GetActive https://t.co/gdw9PVItWU https://t.co/TBYpXVAncr

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  • - July 6 -

    Recognize and learn more ❤️#IndigenousPeoplesDay #RMHCFamilies #LearningTogether https://t.co/tJV1LDqwab

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  • - July 5 -

    Pasta anyone? Our covid-19 support volunteers may be a small team but they are mighty in the kitchen! These may be the biggest homemade meatballs we've seen ... #PastaNight #Homemade #TimeForDinner https://t.co/D89hiRbqtz

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  • - July 5 -

    For 9 years & counting Libby has been selling lemonade from her driveway in Chatham to raise money for the House! The past few years have been virtual, and thanks to Libby and her community over $10,000 has been raised over the years toward #KeepingFamiliesClose #ckont #LEMONADE https://t.co/1OBfGCtcSo

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  • - July 2 -

    We were so thankful to have the Gawley Family join us for the official opening of Fynn and Friends Den at #RMHLondon❤ https://t.co/eJveRP98ih @CTVLondon #KeepingFamiliesClose https://t.co/W3ZTDXOoC9

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  • - June 29 -

    Going once, going twice – SOLD! Your #SilentAuction donation to RMHC-SWO 2021 Signature Events will raise funding to #keepfamiliesclose to their seriously ill children’s medical care! #Donate Golf Classic: https://t.co/wp3Js9rDht Clays For Kids: https://t.co/uIMPKtOIjS https://t.co/V9vzsGo22X

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  • - June 28 -

    Make your June count by helping families from your community stay close! Donations are being matched by @HRdownloadsinc up to $2,000 https://t.co/oBSN85RrI2 #DoubleYourImpact #MatchingDonor #ActFast https://t.co/4ODV8Wobwc

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  • - June 23 -

    How have you been celebrating #specialmoments safely? We've found a little door decorating can go a long way 🎉When the #RMHLondon Team knew a couple staying at the House were celebrating their anniversary it didn't take long for them to get crafty ❤ #KeepingFamiliesClose https://t.co/y9Yjnfzp7o

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