Councils & Auxiliary Programs
The Red Shoe Society
The Red Shoe Society Chicago is a group of young professionals who seek to engage, empower, and inspire young professionals to participate in volunteer and leadership endeavors, grow the next generation of philanthropists, and build awareness of our Charity.
Members get involved in activities including providing meals to families, hosting fundraising/family events, and networking with other philanthropic professionals.
Teen Advisory Council
Our House Teen Advisory Council is an opportunity for promising, service-oriented students to learn about philanthropy and nonprofit management.
Members act as ambassadors to raise awareness and interest in the Charity throughout their school communities. Teen Advisory Councils are active at each of our five Ronald McDonald Houses and at our Ronald McDonald Family Room in Edward Hospital.
To participate, members must be over the age of 15 years old and have permission from a parent or guardian.
Participants are expected to attend monthly meetings and support and attend fundraising events for the chosen House or Family Room.
2025-2026 Teen Advisory Council applications are now open!
RMH near Advocate Children’s Hospital Teen Advisory Council
RMH near UChicago Medicine Comer Children’s Hospital Teen Advisory Council
RMH near Lurie Children’s Teen Advisory Council
West Region Teen Advisory Council
To learn more about the Teen Advisory Council, contact:
Melanie Keen, Manager of Community Engagement
[email protected] or 312-888-2513
College Representative Program
College Representatives have the exciting opportunity to work within their communities to raise awareness and support our Charity in helping families get better together through independently-executed activities and initiatives.
To participate, members must be at least 18 years of age and be enrolled in a college or university/secondary education.
The College Representative role is a flexible opportunity that is completely self-led and allows members to engage as much as their schedules allow.
Learn more about the College Representative Program here.
To learn more about the College Representative Program, contact:
Melanie Keen, Manager of Community Engagement
[email protected] or 312-888-2513
Community Ambassador Program
Community Ambassadors raise awareness of and support for RMHC-CNI by representing the organization at community-based events and partnership activities.
Ambassadors should be comfortable with public speaking, excited to engage diverse audiences in our mission, and willing to act independently at a variety of events.
Learn more about the Community Ambassador Program here.
To learn more about the Community Ambassador Program, contact:
Melanie Keen, Manager of Community Engagement
[email protected] or 312-888-2513