RMHC Madison Blog

In the Community with Second Harvest

At Ronald McDonald House Charities of Madison, we know the importance of community partnerships, which is why our staff is giving back to some incredible…

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30 Years of Love: The Van Iten Family Story

On Christmas Day, 1995, Lorie and Ralph Van Iten brought their 6-month-old daughter, Kayla, to Madison, WI, after receiving a “failure to thrive” diagnosis from…

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Driven by Compassion 

A van might not sound like a big deal, but in the hands of our wonderful volunteers, it becomes so much to so many.   It’s…

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“It Could Be Any of Us, At Any Time”: The Armata Story

Becky had only been working at McDonald’s for six months when her life—and the way she viewed her job- completely changed.  David was just a…

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Hope, Strength, and Community: The Rukamp Family’s Story

When Brittany and Justin Rukamp found out they were expecting their second baby girl, they were overjoyed. Their oldest daughter, Olivia, couldn’t wait to be…

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Celebrating Acts of Kindness

RMHC-Madison regular volunteer, Michelle Stange, knows exactly how much a simple lunch can mean during a hospital stay. Years ago, both of her sons, Ethan…

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Every Little Thing is Gonna Be Alright: A Family’s Journey Through the Unknown

When Tom and Shannon found out they were expecting their third child, they were overjoyed. Their family of four already felt full of love, and…

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More Than a Room: Bringing Comfort and Care to Families Beyond the House

By now we hope you have heard of our exciting campaign called Room for Comfort, a vital initiative to cover the cost of the anticipated…

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A Very Badger Valentine

RMHC-Madison does not often let a holiday pass without recognition, and this Valentine’s Day was no exception. Thanks to BAASK (Badger Athlete Alumni Serving Kids),…

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Sweet History, Minty Magic: Shamrock Shake Returns to Support RMHC

We’re thrilled to share some truly sweet news! The iconic Shamrock Shake is BACK at McDonald’s and this year, it comes with a heartwarming twist:…

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