RMHC History
Ronald McDonald House was founded in this year in Philadelphia.
1974
Located just steps away from pediatric and neonatal intensive care units, this RMHC program offers families a place to rest, recharge, and regroup within the hospital itself.
Ronald McDonald Family Room
This annual gala event is RMHC SWFL’s biggest fundraiser, bringing together supporters for an elegant evening to celebrate families and raise vital funds.
Storybook Ball
This EGOT winner, known for hits like "All of Me," has used his voice not just for music but to help RMHC celebrate 50 years of keeping families close.
John Legend
This teammate once auditioned for The Voice in Orlando back in 2011, proving they’ve got talent both on and off the clock.
Illeny Farese
This pioneering oncologist recognized the need for a comfortable, supportive place for families to stay while their children received medical care—an idea that inspired the first Ronald McDonald House.
Dr. Audrey Evans
Bringing healthcare to underserved communities, this RMHC program delivers medical, dental, and health education services aboard a brightly colored vehicle.
In 2025, RMHC SWFL debuted this new event featuring live music, bourbon tastings, and a country meets elegant atmosphere—an exciting fundraiser poised to become as iconic as their Storybook Ball.
Denim & Diamonds
Known for playing A.C. Slater on Saved by the Bell, this TV host and actor serves on RMHC’s ‘Friends of RMHC’ celebrity board to help raise awareness.
Mario Lopez
Before joining RMHC SWFL, this teammate spent time navigating the wild world of Virginia politics because juggling politicians is great practice for nonprofit work!
Jess Bucci
Her battle with leukemia inspired her father, a Philadelphia Eagles football player, to help create a 'home-away-from-home' for families near the hospital.
Kim Hill
In 2024, this was the average number of nights a family stayed at a Ronald McDonald House.
34 Nights
The Frederic Family started RMHC SWFL’s first golf tournament, but in 2017, this group took over organizing the event and covers 100% of the expenses, ensuring all proceeds go directly to RMHC SWFL.
Grampy's Charities
With a signature beauty mark and a career that made her a runway icon, this supermodel philanthropist has helped RMHC raise awareness since joining its celebrity board in 2007.
Cindy Crawford
When stress hits, this teammate grabs her paint-by-numbers kit because nothing says ‘relaxation’ like coloring inside the lines for hours on end!
Leanna Gonzalez
Sales from this seasonal McDonald’s treat helped raise the initial funds to open the very first Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia in 1974.
Shamrock Shake
Although no family is ever turned away for inability to pay, this is the suggested nightly donation amount for families staying at a Ronald McDonald House.
$10.00
Alongside Grampy’s Charities, this national foundation supports youth shooting sports and conservation, serving as a major sponsor of the annual Sporting Clays Tournament held each March.
Kids and Clays Foundation
This Tony-winning actress, known for sparkling as a 'good witch' on Broadway, has lent her voice and support to Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Kristin Chenoweth
Coming from a family of artists, this teammate loves to doodle, paint, and draw. Her creative claim to fame? She won a contest designing a duck stamp in elementary school.
Amy Velez
Before it became known as Ronald McDonald House, this was the original name proposed for the first House in Philadelphia.
The House That Love Built
This furry friend is the newest RMHC SWFL Brand Ambassador, bringing paws and smiles to the Pawsitive Pooches program.
Waffle
In 1995, RMHC SWFL’s very first Storybook Ball theme was inspired by this classic fairy tale princess.
Cinderella
Driving the No. 23 car for 23XI Racing, this NASCAR star partnered with McDonald’s to promote the ‘Gift to RMHC’ campaign, encouraging customers to round up their orders for families in need.
Bubba Wallace
She’s low-key and down-to-earth, but don’t let that fool you—this teammate's collection of Dooney & Bourke bags is basically a luxury handbag museum.
Karen Marshall