Ronald McDonald House Southwestern Ontario

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  36^th Annual Golf Classic

  On August 1, golfers will be coming together to make a hole in one for families with sick kids. There’s still time to sponsor or play!

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  What to Expect

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  Staying with RMHC-SWO

  RMHC-SWO provides comforting and supportive programs that keep families close. See what you can expect on your stay…

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  Host Your own fundraiser

  If you are looking for a fun way to help families with seriously ill children why not host your own fundraiser?

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Meet Our Families

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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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  Over 100 Nights

  Over 100 Nights

  We had learned 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…

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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 Place that Feels Like Home

  A Place that Feels Like Home

  Oliver and Levi have the bluest eyes you could ever imagine with the busiest personalities keeping their parents on their toes! Chasing after these two toddlers can be exhausting…

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  Keeping Brotherly-Love Together

  Keeping Brotherly-Love Together

  Mini Oreo Cheesecake Cupcakes - I remember these so vividly. I remember finding them in the Ronald McDonald House kitchen one evening. I picked one up and examined it like…

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  We Came Together, We Leave Together

  We Came Together, We Leave Together

  Enjoying some rare down-time at home in Belle River, Michelle is a busy mom of two looking forward to welcoming her third baby girl later this year. It isn’t easy to…

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  She's our Little Spitfire!

  She's our Little Spitfire!

  The most helpful part about staying close was knowing I could go over and visit whenever I wanted yet knew when I left she wasn't far away. We know that having a sick…

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  Staying Close to Our Baby Girl

  Staying Close to Our Baby Girl

  Our family was devastated when we were told our 9 month old daughter may not survive her rare illness. We were lost. It's because of this incredible charity [Ronald McDonald…

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  Julianne - The Inspiration

  Julianne - The Inspiration

  In 2014, just twelve hours after Julianne was born, her parents learned that a part of her intestine/bowel tissue had died. The surgeon wasn’t sure if she would survive…

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a special thank you to Our Donors

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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 19 -

    Golfers young and old are getting a good start to the day with @McDonaldsCanada coming onboard as breakfast #sponsors for the #RMHCGolfClassic! #FoundingandForeverPartner #LovinIt https://t.co/vbyGT9Dj7l

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  • - July 18 -

    Still have a #birthday to celebrate this year? No matter how old you’re turning – #YOU – can be an #RMH Champion! Collect funds #online to help keep families close: set up your birthday #fundraiser and share with friends and family🎂 Visit https://t.co/k2Fa5HaQgW to #getstarted! https://t.co/hGKf78rIDD

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  • - July 17 -

    Over 25,000 families stay at Ronald McDonald Houses and Family Rooms every year. On July 16th, 2019 they thanked Canadians for their support with this special surprise! RMHC-SWO staff weren't about to miss out on the fun... #RMHCThankYou https://t.co/3lFaLUTYZR https://t.co/ony4XlMeAS

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  • - July 17 -

    Over 25,000 families stay at Ronald McDonald Houses and Family Rooms every year. Yesterday, they thanked Canadians for their support with this special surprise... https://t.co/6nkObPDpuq

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  • - July 11 -

    Cargill Fore! The Houses raises tremendous support for the 15 Houses and 16 Family Rooms keeping families close across Canada. One of our RMHC-SWO family's is sharing their story at the event tonight, so we thought we should share a piece of it with you,too! https://t.co/2BnppfW8rz

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  • - July 11 -

    The 5th Annual @GLCanadians Golf Tournament is only one month away! There's still time to register (and sponsor) to #helpkeepfamiliesclose https://t.co/2h1umQBYI6

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  • - July 8 -

    We're thankful to have @nofrills Southwestern Ontario as Presenting Sponsor for our Annual #GolfTournament on August 1st! Join them in #keepingfamiliesclose by playing, or showcase your business as an event sponsor! #Haulers #FreshIsNotaFrill https://t.co/xadEpvfTHF https://t.co/wgYTC09COq

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  • - July 5 -

    What better way to end the week than by sharing we not only reached our #SummerFundraiser goal - we surpassed it! Thanks to everyone who #shared a post or made a #donation to bring summer programming and upgraded toys/equipment to the #RMHLondon Courtyard 😀 https://t.co/usFpZfow1N

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  • - July 4 -

    A trip to London for testing and to see her cardiologist post open heart surgery led to an all clear for another year! Thumbs up Kyleigh! We love to hear good news from our past families ❤️ #HeartOfTheHouse https://t.co/535D3JaGbX

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  • - July 4 -

    Some dinner dates have opened up at #RMHLondon... the first one is for TOMORROW !! Filling stomachs and warming hearts is a great way to kick-off the weekend! Join us in the kitchen by emailing HouseKitchenLondon@rmhc-swo.ca https://t.co/B0aCUrObAi https://t.co/XoIUMovT6f

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  • - July 2 -

    What #rmhc does best 😉💕#quoteoftheday #homeiswheretheheartis #family #songlyrics #chalkart #rmhlondon https://t.co/LNa1yFnawy

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  • - July 1 -

    Happy #canadaday🇨🇦! #keepingfamiliesclose #linkinbio #summerfundraiser https://t.co/YpavAivrf9

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  • - June 28 -

    Kick-Off Canada Day the Canadian Way! - https://t.co/nKvbBJsJf1 #Donate to our #SummerFundraiser and help us get needed outdoor equipment #Fast https://t.co/EPg4uRhRpi https://t.co/zFca7xU0cu

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  • - June 26 -

    Bring comfort to families as part of the RMHC-SWO team! We just posted our Database Specialist position - visit our website to see if it's the right fit for you 😀 https://t.co/OUH3xuv827 https://t.co/ODX0ySaXSJ

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  • - June 25 -

    We really need new durable outdoor equipment, #toys and fun summer programs for these #siblings and #patients calling us home this #summer. Please #donate today and we will show you the smiles your gift has made! https://t.co/NYnaQZMCje https://t.co/rbhmVgUnT0

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  • - June 24 -

    We need your #help! Kick off summer with a donation toward new outdoor equipment and toys #LinkInBio #SummerFun #ForFamilies #Share your #RMHC story and help us qualify for the @LernersLLP #GiveAway 😍https://t.co/84u0erISNW💕#WaysToHelp #MakeSummerCount https://t.co/weHXafffGg

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  • - June 24 -

    Pillar Nonprofit Network shares some top benefits you should know about in their #membermoment, and how volunteers following their passions help make it all happen at RMHC-SWO! https://t.co/sjnLE66EkJ https://t.co/LDe61iBV66

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  • - June 21 -

    Sunny days ahead ☀️ Make them count, give summer smiles to #RMHC families! #summersoltice #courtyard #linkinbio #donate https://t.co/LeesOsHhHd

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  • - June 18 -

    "When Eva was born, the blossoming magnolia tree in the #courtyard was our sanctuary. With our second child, Kole, the courtyard offers a place to be together and experience laughter" 💕 Encourage families to enjoy #raysofhope! Please #donate: https://t.co/h8zzeibdgN https://t.co/L2dW7ekTEH

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  • - June 14 -

    #DYK last summer #RMHLondon was home to 376 families while they stayed close to their seriously ill child!? Brighten a #RMH family's day with #pettingzoos and carnival days by supporting our "Summer Fun for Families" #Fundraiser! https://t.co/h8zzeibdgN #Donate #Share https://t.co/x3XgclDQY2

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  A social society of young leaders who believe in the healing power of families. They raise support, awareness and funds for our House.

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