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 Get Involved 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 - Knife Skills with Chef Mike
A sharp knife - and knowing how to use it correctly - is one of the most important tools in the kitchen. It can also be one of the most intimidating! Join Chef Mike Lingo from the comfort of your home kitchen to learn how to use your knives with ease and confidence.
Paint the Night
Join us for a live, family-friendly virtual painting class led by local artist and Ronald McDonald House volunteer, Lois Stanciak, and hosted by the Ronald McDonald House near Advocate Children’s Hospital Teen Advisory Council.