In September of 2011, Ian was having trouble with everyday things, like tying his shoes. He was tired often and weak. Eventually, local doctors referred him to the specialists at American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison for the underlying diagnosis,…
Prairie Elementary School students, families, and staff have embraced the opportunity to “pull together” by collecting aluminum can pull tabs to support the Ronald McDonald House throughout the last nine years. In 2012, Prairie Elementary collected its first million tabs,…
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Madison volunteers are essential to delivering our mission of creating and supporting programs that enhance the health and well-being of children and their families. Without volunteers, like Karen and Cyril, we would not be able…
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Madison volunteers are essential to delivering our mission of creating and supporting programs that enhance the health and well-being of children and their families. Without volunteers, like Mark and Darlene, we would not be able…
The Ronald McDonald House in Madison was born out of a huge outpouring of community support 27 years ago. A dedicated and generous group of people had a vision for a place where families could stay together near their sick…
Before the birth of her first child Olivia, Melanie wasn’t sure what Ronald McDonald House did for families. She only knew that when Olivia needed additional care from a complication during birth, Melanie wanted to be where her heart was—with…
Henry Ford once said, “Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off the goal.” For sure, the more you focus on the obstacles, the more petrified you can become until you are incapacitated and unable…
One of the many benefits of volunteering is that it is good for your mind and body. The social contact aspect of helping and working with others can have a profound effect on our overall health and well-being. You could…
George has been volunteering with many community organizations in Madison for more than 20 years. Today marks his 25th anniversary with RMHC-Madison. He became a volunteer at the Ronald McDonald House on Easter Sunday in 1995 and has been a…
A local man from the Village of Arena, Wisconsin is the perfect example of kindness and dedication. Mark has been working at the local recycling center for as long as his community members can remember. Each week, Mark sifts through…