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Ronald McDonald House Central Iowa We provide a safe, comfortable space that keeps families close during a challenging time. https://linktr.ee/RMH_CentralIowa

Founded in 1981, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Iowa provides a home-away-from-home for families traveling to Des Moines for the child's medical care.

Sometimes the impact of a Ronald McDonald House stay lasts long after a family returns home. ❤️ Jo knows that firsthand....
10/22/2026

Sometimes the impact of a Ronald McDonald House stay lasts long after a family returns home. ❤️

Jo knows that firsthand.

When her family needed support, they found a welcoming place to stay close to care and a community that understood the challenges they were facing.

Now, she's giving back by volunteering at Ronald McDonald House Australia, supporting families on their own medical journeys and helping them feel seen, supported and less alone!

October 15 holds a special place in our hearts. ❤️ Today marks the anniversary of the opening of the first Ronald McDona...
10/15/2026

October 15 holds a special place in our hearts. ❤️

Today marks the anniversary of the opening of the first Ronald McDonald House, and one year since we introduced our modernized brand alongside our Family Stays platform.

Over the last year, Chapters around the world have brought our new brand to life, all while celebrating the families at the heart of our mission.

When a child is ill or injured, family isn’t just there for a visit. They stay for the long haul. Ronald McDonald House makes it stay that way.

10/13/2026

With 1,500+ Team Ronald McDonald House runners at this year’s , there are thousands of WHYs behind the miles. We captured just a few of them. ❤️

This year's team includes healthcare professionals, Chapter staff, volunteers, corporate partners, and passionate supporters from communities around the world.

Different experiences brought them to the starting line, but together they're helping more families access the care, resources, and support they need throughout their child's healthcare journey.

A big congratulations and THANK YOU to our 1,500+ Team Ronald McDonald House runners, volunteers, and incredible sponsor...
10/12/2026

A big congratulations and THANK YOU to our 1,500+ Team Ronald McDonald House runners, volunteers, and incredible sponsors who joined us at this year’s Chicago Marathon as we celebrated the team’s 20th anniversary!

For two decades, runners have gone the distance with one shared goal: helping families stay close to the care their children need.

This year, thanks to your support, we raised over $3.8 million to help provide families with access to care along their child’s healthcare journey. Here’s to 20 more years of going the extra mile for Ronald McDonald House families ❤️

This we are sending a BIG thank you to some amazing Meal Providers from the month of September! Your delicious dinners...
10/12/2026

This we are sending a BIG thank you to some amazing Meal Providers from the month of September! Your delicious dinners mean more than just a meal - they offer a piece of home for our families after a long day ❤️

Help us fill our meal calendars! 🫶

Provide a meal at our Blank House: https://tinyurl.com/uytphp6a
Provide a meal at our MercyOne House: https://tinyurl.com/y7pwvywd

Today, on , we're thinking of all the families navigating their child's healthcare journey. 💚 When a child needs medica...
10/10/2026

Today, on , we're thinking of all the families navigating their child's healthcare journey. 💚

When a child needs medical care, families often carry a lot: worry, uncertainty, disrupted routines, financial stress, and time spent away from home and loved ones.

Through Ronald McDonald House programs around the world, families can find a place to rest, recharge, connect with others who understand, and stay close to the care their child needs.

10/07/2026

Yesterday, the team and some of our wonderful youth exhibitors kicked off our check presentation efforts. What a rewarding way to complete this year's event by being able to go where the money raised makes a difference!

Our first stop was the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Iowa. The team presented a check for $572,000, which will be split equally among the three Ronald McDonald Houses in Iowa.

While there, the team also volunteered and helped prepare meals for guests at the house. We continue to be blown away by our participants' gracious giving each year!

10/06/2026

RED TIE GALA + THE PORK TORNADOES = ❤️

Join us November 7th at our 27th Red Tie Gala, featuring The Pork Tornadoes, the Midwest’s most loved party band! They’ll be bringing the music, energy and good times all night long! ✨

Don’t miss your chance to see this incredible band AND give back to a great cause. Join us for an unforgettable night of live music, dancing and helping keep families close!

Register now before this event sells out! https://tinyurl.com/42aeuwa2

Today is an extra special ! 🎈We’re sending a HUGE thank you to Hy-Vee (all local HyVees who participated!) and everyone...
10/01/2026

Today is an extra special ! 🎈We’re sending a HUGE thank you to Hy-Vee (all local HyVees who participated!) and everyone who donated during this year’s Smile Brigade!

Thanks to your generosity, over 480 balloons were delivered to local children and families, including the families staying at both of our Houses! And let us tell you… the kiddos have been LOVING them! We’re so grateful to our incredible community for helping bring extra smiles to families when they need them most. ❤️

This , we are wishing for some cleaning items that we are low on! ❤️ These items are essential to keep our Houses feeli...
09/30/2026

This , we are wishing for some cleaning items that we are low on! ❤️ These items are essential to keep our Houses feeling like home for our families, and any amount that you can donate is appreciated!

View and ship from our Amazon Wish List here: https://a.co/7PLffvU. Thank you for supporting RMHCCI and the families we serve!

📍Items can be shipped directly or dropped off to our Blank House at 1441 Pleasant St. Des Moines, IA 50314

❤️ We're less than 6 weeks away from our 27th Annual Red Tie Gala!Get ready for an unforgettable evening in support of R...
09/29/2026

❤️ We're less than 6 weeks away from our 27th Annual Red Tie Gala!

Get ready for an unforgettable evening in support of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Iowa and the 1,000+ families we serve each year.

Your evening includes:
-Cocktail Hour
-A delicious plated dinner & inspiring program
-Powerful family mission moments
-Live music by The Pork Tornadoes!
-And so much more!!

Every ticket purchased helps provide comfort, care, and a home-away-from-home for families with ill or injured children receiving medical care. Reserve your spot today before this event sells out! https://tinyurl.com/42aeuwa2

Thank you for helping us continue Keeping Families Close. ❤️

09/28/2026

Today is ! We’re looking for dinner providers, especially at our MercyOne House! 💙

We know this time of year is busy, but your meal can make a BIG difference. After a long day at the hospital, families can come back to the House to find a warm dinner waiting for them - one less thing to worry about and a little piece of home. 🏠

Can you help fill a dinner date? Sign up through the links below! 👇

M1 House: https://tinyurl.com/yc2t5ruj
Blank House: https://tinyurl.com/bdevvk64

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is a time to honor the children and families whose lives have been changed by cancer an...
09/27/2026

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is a time to honor the children and families whose lives have been changed by cancer and to recognize all that families navigate throughout their treatment.

Cancer treatment can mean long drives, extended stays, countless appointments, and time away from home. Through it all, families should be able to focus on what matters most: caring for their child and being together.

At Ronald McDonald House, we’re honored to help families stay close to the care their child needs while finding comfort, community, and a sense of home – this September and every day. ❤️

This , we are wishing for some high priority items that we are low on! ❤️ These items are essential to keep our Houses ...
09/23/2026

This , we are wishing for some high priority items that we are low on! ❤️ These items are essential to keep our Houses feeling like home for our families, and any amount that you can donate is appreciated!

View and ship from our Amazon Wish List here: https://a.co/7PLffvU. Thank you for supporting RMHCCI and the families we serve!

📍Items can be shipped directly or dropped off to our Blank House at 1441 Pleasant St. Des Moines, IA 50314

As we recognize this September, we're thinking of the NICU families supported by Ronald McDonald House programs around...
09/21/2026

As we recognize this September, we're thinking of the NICU families supported by Ronald McDonald House programs around the world ❤️

Families like baby Grayson's.

Grayson was born early at 33 weeks and needed immediate surgery and specialized care. For nearly a month while Grayson was in the NICU, his parents, Paige and Jordan, stayed just steps away at Ronald McDonald House Louisville

"Being at Ronald McDonald House allowed us to be with Grayson in the NICU as much as possible," Paige says. "It was the biggest blessing to us on our journey."

“The facility allowed us to stay focused on our son’s needs while still giving him the chance to enjoy being a child.” -...
09/18/2026

“The facility allowed us to stay focused on our son’s needs while still giving him the chance to enjoy being a child.” - The McHugh Vasquez Family

Jeremy, Jessica, and their three children stayed at Ronald McDonald House Atlanta for over 60 nights while their son participated in a feeding therapy program nearby.

When families can stay close, they can focus on what matters most: caring for and supporting one another throughout their child’s medical journey.

🎉 Our 2026 Sporting Clays Silent Auction is LIVE! 🎉Now’s your chance to bid on incredible items like:- Camp Chef® Ultima...
09/16/2026

🎉 Our 2026 Sporting Clays Silent Auction is LIVE! 🎉

Now’s your chance to bid on incredible items like:
- Camp Chef® Ultimate Setup (donated by BW Outdoors)
- Iowa State Basketball tickets
- Family Fun Day..and so much more!

Every bid supports Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Iowa, helping families stay close when they need it most ❤️

Scan the QR code or click here to join the bidding fun: https://tinyurl.com/ey7muu86
Don't miss out! The auction will close at 1:30PM this Friday, September 18th!

Today, we're are sending a huge THANK YOU to the Camo Sponsors of our 18th Annual Sporting Clays Event, American Topper ...
09/15/2026

Today, we're are sending a huge THANK YOU to the Camo Sponsors of our 18th Annual Sporting Clays Event, American Topper & Accessories, Dr. Cary Murphy, and All's Done, Inc.! Your continued support helps us keep families close at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Iowa.

We can't wait to see you all on Friday! Check back tomorrow for a link to the silent auction going live at 11:00!

When you're navigating your child's medical journey, everyday activities like getting a haircut can fall to the bottom o...
09/15/2026

When you're navigating your child's medical journey, everyday activities like getting a haircut can fall to the bottom of the priority list.

At Ronald McDonald House Tampa Bay, Inc., Olivia and her team helped families get back-to-school ready with fresh haircuts. We're grateful to community members like Olivia who give back in meaningful ways, helping families feel supported and experience moments of normalcy during challenging times.

Once a Ronald McDonald House Family, always a Ronald McDonald House Family. ❤️ While Harlow and Hadley were in the NICU,...
08/31/2026

Once a Ronald McDonald House Family, always a Ronald McDonald House Family. ❤️

While Harlow and Hadley were in the NICU, the Rardon family found comfort and support at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mid-Missouri. Now, the twins have made it a tradition to give back by volunteering at the House each year, even spending part of their birthday this year packing lunches and preparing a meal for families staying at the House.

Thank you, Harlow and Hadley!

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1441 Pleasant Street
Des Moines, IA
50314

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+15152432111

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