We put the needs of children and families first
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana
Housing, Support, and Community So Families with Sick Children Can Stay Together
Our Mission: We exist so families can get better together
We collaborate with community partners
We honor our heritage and founders
We operate with accountability and transparency
We invest in the growth and development of our people
3 Ways You Can Help Families Today
Providing a home for families who need a bed tonight, tomorrow, and until their children heal.
Every day, families face the emotional and economic toll of having a child in the hospital. Together with the support of our community, we provide housing to keep families together, and provide a comfortable, warm, and loving home away from home.
Where a community of love joins together
No sick child should be alone. No family should be apart. With the help of dedicated volunteers and generous donors, we create places of healing and hope.
Cook a meal with your group. Sponsor an event with your company. Donate your time, talents, or money to helping families through their toughest times.
No family should be alone. Thanks to you, they won’t be.
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Ronald McDonald Family Rooms
Long days in the hospital can be stressful and disorienting. With our hospital partners, we’ve created places to rest, have a meal, and find a moment of quiet within the hospital while still being only steps away from your sick child.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobiles
Care is needed everywhere. Our Ronald McDonald Care Mobiles are fully-equipped medical clinics on wheels that bring cost-effective health care directly to under-served children in the neighborhoods where they live.
Upcoming Events
Our community comes together to raise money, increase awareness, build friendships, and spread joy. Check out our upcoming events to see how you can help out and join us.
Chefs at Home - Grilling and Greens
Spring into summer dining with a delicious menu featuring some of the best dishes and ingredients for the season. In this virtual class, you'll learn to make grilled beef with herb gremolata, grilled salmon salad with spring vegetables and citrus, fresh pickles, and two different kinds of salad dressings.
Annual Golf Classic
Join us on Wednesday, June 9 for a fun day on the golf course to help children and families get better together.
Annual Gala
Join us on August 7 at our premier fundraising event of the year to enjoy gourmet cuisine, signature cocktails, live entertainment, live and silent auctions, and a one-of-a-kind experience!
Sporting Clays Tournament
Join in our annual Sporting Clays Tournament on Friday and Saturday, September 24 and 25 at Northbrook Sports Club in Hainesville, IL. Participants at all skill levels are invited to join in a day of fun with 50- and 100-target courses, side event games, a cook-out lunch, and a silent auction and raffle prizes geared toward sporting clays enthusiasts.