Ronald McDonald House Orange County

10/06/2026

What a wave of impact! 🌊 Because of you, our Making Waves for Families Soiree, presented by The Partner Masters, raised more than $440,000 to support families staying close to their children receiving medical care.

Guests enjoyed a shore-to-remember evening featuring live music, claw machines, a w**e pull, Surfin’ USA, exciting auctions, and, most importantly, heartfelt stories from the families we serve. Photos now available at the link in our bio! 📸

A special thank you to our amazing sponsors for helping make the evening possible: , , , , , , , , , , the Tomassi Family, Chisick Family Foundation, Sturm Thrall Walsh Family Foundation, Widdicombe Enterprises, Inc., Roy and Bu Chen, Ginny Lombardi and Nancy Long, New York Life, and Alma Salazar.

Thank you for creating an incredible wave of support for families. Because of your generosity, RMHOC can continue providing comfort, care, and a home away from home for families when they need it most. 🏠💛

10/05/2026

When life is turned upside down, something as simple as sharing a meal together can bring comfort, connection and a sense of normalcy.

At Ronald McDonald House Orange County, our Meal of Love program is just one of the ways we provide comfort, care and support to families, giving them a chance to gather around the table, share a laugh and take a moment to be together.❤️

As a home away from home, RMHOC helps families hold on to the everyday moments that matter most, while staying close to their child receiving life-saving medical care. 🏠

10/05/2026

09/25/2026

🐱 Volunteer Spotlight!

At 13, Toby asked a teacher where he could volunteer. That question led him to Ronald McDonald House Orange County... where he found a place he would continue coming back to for years.

In high school, he created “Spaghetti the Cat Club” (named after his beloved cat) to give other students opportunities to volunteer and serve families together. Today, he’s continued that tradition for over 10 years through Meals of Love.

For Toby, volunteering is about the people. Connecting with families and witnessing their strength reminds him why he keeps coming back and how much small acts of kindness can mean.

Thank you, Toby, for turning one question into years of service and continuing to make a difference at the House. ❤️

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!

08/26/2026

For families navigating their child’s healthcare journey, comfort can come in many forms. This , we're celebrating the special friends who bring a sense of calm, companionship, and plenty of smiles to Ronald McDonald House programs around the world.

08/18/2026

At Ronald McDonald House, families can stay together and continue making memories along the way.

From Bingo night at Ronald McDonald House Southwest Ohio, to a visit to the ballpark at Ronald McDonald House Maryland, to a family picnic at Ronald McDonald House Chicago, these special moments bring families together and create lasting memories while staying close to the care they need.

08/13/2026

Summer days call for a sweet treat! 🍦

When a child is receiving medical care, moments like sharing an ice cream, enjoying a summer activity, or simply spending time together can mean so much.

At Ronald McDonald House, families can hold onto these moments, all while staying close to the care their child needs.

08/10/2026

“It is not just the House that provided us with a sense of home – it was the people,” says Shawna.

When the Roy family’s daughter, Carly, was in the NICU, her family stayed at Ronald McDonald House South Central Ontario, surrounded by a community of support while their daughter was receiving medical treatment.

For families like the Roys, Ronald McDonald House becomes more than a place to stay. It's a place of comfort and connection and a reminder that they’re not alone.

07/29/2026

When a child is receiving medical care, even simple routines can take on a whole new meaning.

At Ronald McDonald House, families can hold on to the routines and comforts of home while staying close to the care their child needs.

07/27/2026

At Ronald McDonald House, it’s the small, in-between moments that often mean the most. Whether it’s time to play outside or to enjoy the fresh air together, these moments provide comfort and a sense of normalcy when families need it most ❤️