Ronald McDonald House Ohio Valley

10/24/2026

Thanks for helping us keep families close, Union County High School! ❤️

10/23/2026

100 backpacks filled with hospital bag essentials? That's a Bright Spot worth sharing if you ask us. ☀️

The team at Mead Johnson surprised us with this thoughtful donation to share with families staying at our Houses and expecting parents visiting our Care Mobile!

We're so grateful to Mead Johnson for recognizing the needs of the families we serve and finding a practical way to support them. These backpacks will be a wonderful resource for parents preparing to welcome a new baby! ❤️

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!

10/21/2026

Most families who stay at a Ronald McDonald House never planned on needing us. ❤️

When a child unexpectedly needs medical care, packing enough clothes, toiletries, and other everyday essentials isn't always a priority. That's why we keep our Houses stocked with basic necessities and provide onsite laundry facilities, all free of charg.

For this week's Wish List Wednesday, we could use your help restocking a few of those essentials, including:

✅ Adult toothbrushes
✅ Laundry detergent or pods
✅ Paper towels
✅ Paper plates

Something as simple as a clean load of laundry or a toothbrush waiting when they arrive can make a meaningful difference for a family far from home.

If you'd like to help us keep these comforts available for the next family who walks through our doors, check the comments for more info. 🏡

10/19/2026

1 day. 14 teams. 74 McDonald's restaurants. Nearly 2,700 miles traveled. All to say two simple words: THANK YOU! 🍟

For Thank You Day, our staff, board members, and volunteers hit the road across the Ohio Valley to deliver a little something special to the McDonald's crews who helped raise nearly $1 million for Ohio Valley families through Round-Up for Ronald McDonald House in 2025!

From southern Indiana to western Kentucky and southern Illinois, we had a lot of ground to cover, but getting to personally thank the people who make this impact possible was worth every mile.

To our McDonald's Owner/Operators and restaurant crews, thank you for everything you do to help keep families close when they need it most. We couldn't do it without you! ❤️

10/16/2026

Beep beep! We're hitting the road for THANK YOU DAY! 🚗🍟

Today, our staff, board members, and volunteers are visiting all 74 McDonald's partner restaurants to say a BIG thank you to the crews who helped raise $1 MILLION for Ohio Valley families through Round-Up for Ronald McDonald House in 2025! ❤️

And don't think we're showing up empty-handed. Stay tuned to see what we're delivering to these hardworking crews! 👀

10/16/2026

Nelson made the Care Cart at Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital even sweeter! 🐶

Thank you Nelson, the therapy dog 🦮, for helping lead the happy wheels cart today at Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital! Lots of happy patients and families today!

10/15/2026

Today is about celebrating a new chapter for Ronald McDonald House Ohio Valley, and we certainly couldn't let the day go by without celebrating the people who make it all possible! ❤️

Our marketing team put a little extra love into launch day, hand-packing surprise gift bags for our staff, complete with new branded wrapping, merch, name tags, business cards, and a few sweet treats to kick off the celebration!

We're so proud of this team and the heart they bring to our mission every single day. As we step into this exciting new chapter, we couldn't ask for a better team to help lead the way! 🏡

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.

10/15/2026

A new chapter begins today! ❤️🏠

For nearly four decades, Ronald McDonald House Ohio Valley has grown and evolved alongside the families and communities we serve.

As part of a global brand transformation, we're proud to introduce our new look, reflecting the same heart and mission that have guided us from the beginning.

And this is just the start! Explore our newly redesigned website at www.ronaldmcdonaldhouseov.org, and stay tuned as we bring our refreshed look to life throughout the Ohio Valley.

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.

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 ❤️

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.

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. ❤️

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."

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.

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.

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!