Ronald McDonald House Charities, Upper Midwest

Hello! We're Ronald McDonald House Charities, Upper Midwest, based in the Minneapolis. This year, we'll provide food, shelter, comfort and love to nearly 6,000 families with seriously ill and injured children. With four locations in the Twin Cities and a fifth in Duluth, we serve families from all corners of the state as well as from across the Upper Midwest and around the country.  

We never charge for our services, welcoming families to utilize our sites for as long as their child's situation requires. Moms and dads frequently tell us that by taking care of the little things, we enable them to focus on the most important thing of all...their child.  

Gifts of all sizes help us provide the following at no cost to families:  

Well-appointed, private rooms for overnight stays and day use

Three homemade meals every day, including to-go entrees 
and snacks from Grab & Go refrigerators 

Everyday essentials such as laundry and exercise facilities, toiletries, cold weather gear, toys & books, and more

Communal meals and activities that provide opportunities to connect with other families 

Welcoming, home-like spaces, away from the hospital environment, for patients and their families 

Programming for parents and other caregivers as well as siblings

Our nickname is 'The House that Love Built' because we depend on the compassion, generosity and LOVE of our community to support families dealing with a child's health crisis.  

Gifts of all sizes are welcome and appreciated. Thank You!