Ronald McDonald House Charities^® Southwestern Ontario About Us

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.

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

I dedicate my volunteer work to children’s charities that make an impact on both patients and families, and RMH delivers truly impactful gifts at a time when they are most needed by patients and families. I can only imagine the challenges families and patients go through during long hospital stays, and I’m so proud the RMH helps ease that terrible burden.

I grew up with 10 brothers and sisters and know the healing power that family connections can have.  When my dad got sick and passed away during the Covid lockdown our family was separated by borders and couldn’t be together.  It was then that I decided to devote myself to serving families in their most vulnerable moments by helping to bring them together.  RMHC is making such a significant difference in the lives of families and enabling the healing power of connection.  This is exactly the kind of work I want to take on and the kind of impact I want to be a part of. 

“I have been volunteering, making dinners, at the House for over ten years. The impact the House has keeping families together; providing support, a warm meal, a smile, and a home away from home is so important at such a difficult time in their lives. I am honored to now serve on the Board and to be a part of this incredible organization.”
 

Trevor has been a long-time supporter of RMHC, serving on the Golf and Curling committees and assisting the house on countless occasions arranging food, product, or volunteer support for RMHC fundraising events. 

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.

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.

Martin has experience in commercialization as a tech transfer professional and corporate strategist at major institutions across Ontario. "I love the Ronald McDonald House because it brings smiles to children and families exactly when a smile is needed the most."

As a new father, I have a great appreciation and awareness of how fortunate we are to have access to world class health-care in our community. I am overwhelmed by the impact a seriously sick child has on parents and the entire family. I’m passionate about giving back to our community and as a parent, I understand the importance of supporting families through difficult times and providing a safe and comfortable home away from home. RMHC is an exceptional organization and I look forward to contributing to the mission by helping give sick children what they need most… their families and this is why I love RMHC.

My wife and I stayed in the London Ronald McDonald House for three weeks after our firstborn son Evan was born prematurely at 26 weeks. Despite being the most difficult period of our lives, we’ll never forget the distinct moments of RMHC’s magic. From walking in the front doors to the smell of fresh lasagna to waking up to the scent of French toast, to the Christmas celebrations, the staff and volunteers always brightened our dark days. Once we left the house, my lifetime commitment to give back to RMHC in Evan’s memory began.

RMHC believes when families are together, they cope better. I couldn't agree more, having benefitted from the programs and services RMHC provides. I appreciate the dedication RMHC has in making a positive impact on the lives of those who are going through difficult times.