Ronald McDonald House Charities^® Southwestern Ontario About Us

What I love about RMH is the ability to positively impact the lives of so many families when they are the most vulnerable. 

In May 2006, my first son Max was born with several complications.  Ronald McDonald House quickly became our home away from home just steps away from Children’s Hospital.  RMHC provided not only a roof over our head and hot meals but also the amazing support of volunteers, staff and the fellow guests that knew exactly what we were going through at the time.  We spent 10 weeks at Ronald McDonald House and the impact this incredible organization had on my family is something I will never forget.  In memory of Max, I will do whatever I can to help carry out the mission of keeping families close at their most trying times.

I love RMH because of the support and positive impact it has on so many families and the difference it can make when families in our communities need us the most.

I have experienced first-hand the tremendous positive impact that RMH has on families. It offers support, on many levels, to families at a time they need it most.

I love the RMH for their impact of compassion and support that is delivered through the staff, volunteers each day to families in need during a difficult time. It is great to be apart of this organization.

I love that RMH provides comfort, support and love during the most challenging times for families. The moment you walk through the doors at the house and the family room you can feel the energy and comfort from all staff, volunteers and other families who support one another in a home-like environment. It truly is the house that love built.

To me, RMH is about a lot of little things that make such a difference in the lives of our families. It is the hot meal waiting, coffee and treats, a smile or a friend waiting to listen. It is so many small acts of kindness that mean so much to every person who is living in the house or using the Family Room. They touch the hearts of every staff member and volunteer who cares and wants to be part of this amazing place.

I love RMH because it provides something so fundamentally important to families at a time of their greatest need - but more importantly it does it with caring and the utmost respect for the dignity and individuality of the families served.

I love RMH because of the support it provides to the families of sick children. The genuine care and compassion shown by the staff & volunteers is heart-warming. As a father, I’m inspired by the work of this organization. As an uncle, I’ve seen first-hand the tremendous impact of RMH –the hope they provide and the joy they can restore. My niece is a daily reminder of this! And I’m honoured to serve on the Board.