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February 15th was the 38th anniversary of RMHCCI, and we couldn't be more grateful for the incredible journey we've had so far. From our humble beginnings to where we stand today, every step has been filled with love, compassion, and the unwavering support of our community.
Join us in honoring our incredible staff, Board, volunteers, and donors who make it all possible. Help us continue our mission by donating $38 for 38 years.
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A HUGE shoutout to the amazing 3rd graders at St. Aloysius for their incredible generosity and hard work in supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois!
We're absolutely thrilled to share that the entire school came together to collect pop tabs and engage in some epic penny wars, resulting in an outstanding donation of $1,500!
Their dedication and kindness will make a huge difference in the lives of families staying at RMHCCI during challenging times.
Thank you, St. Aloysius 3rd grade, for making such a meaningful impact!
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Janelle is going home from the NICU after 71 days, and Juliette is going home after 41 days!
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Join us in making a meaningful impact through the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois Meals from the Heart program.
More than just providing a meal, it's a gesture of comfort, warmth, and support for families facing challenging times.
Annually touching the lives of nearly 1,000 individuals, this heartwarming initiative becomes a lifeline for those exhausted after long days at the hospital.
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Welcome to the second annual Kids & Clays Sporting Clay Tournament benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Central Illinois (RMHCCI)! This exciting event promises a fun-filled day of sporting clays, event games, lunch, and a 50/50 raffle, all for a great cause! |
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30th Annual RMHCCI Golf Classic
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Get ready for an unforgettable day on the greens! The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois Annual Golf Classic is back and better than ever. Mark your calendars for Monday, July 15, 2024, and start assembling your dream team of four golfers.
Join us at Panther Creek Country Club in Springfield for our 30th Annual Golf Classic. As a sponsor and/or participant, you will be making a difference in the lives of families.
Your support will help our Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois keep families close when they need it most.
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Cherishing precious moments in our cozy living room with Jessica holding little Juliette, while twin sister Janelle continues to grow stronger in the NICU.
Your generous donations create a safe haven for families like ours, ensuring we can embrace these heartwarming moments together.
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Congratulations to Greg Shierling and McDonald's Store Number 7639 (1301 Broadway St in Quincy) for winning the 2023 Round-Up Challenge!
They are the Round-Up Champs and get to take home the belt! They raised over $7,000 through Round-Up! WOW!We are thrilled to announce that in 2023, RMHCCI served a total of 8,302 nights, and Round-Up raised over $114,000 to cover nearly 900 nights of stay. THANK YOU!
This is a huge impact, and we are incredibly grateful to the McDonald's crew and owner-operators.Remember, every time you visit a local McDonald’s restaurant, you can help support RMHCCI families by asking to Round-Up for RMHC when you place your order on the kiosk or with a crew member at the counter or drive-thru.
Those small donations add up and have the power to change a family's life.Thank you to everyone who has contributed to Round-Up. Together, we can make a difference for families in need. |
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How Recurring Donations Help Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois
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Becoming a recurring donor is a powerful way to support the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois (RMHCCI) and help us provide a "home away from home" for families of seriously ill children. When you become a recurring donor, you commit to making regular, ongoing donations to RMHCCI, which allows us to plan ahead and serve more families in need.
By donating the following amounts in one year, you can provide the corresponding number of nights of stay for families at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois:
- $10.50 per month = 1 night of stay
- $21.50 per month = 2 nights of stay
- $75 per month = 1 week of stay
- $150 per month = 2 weeks of stay
Follow these simple steps to become a recurring donor:
- Head to our Donate page at https://www.rmhc-centralillinois.org/donate/donate-donate/#qgiv-form. You can access this page from our website's main menu or by clicking the "Donate" button in the header of our site.
- Make sure to click “Recurring” and not “One-Time” at the top of the donation sheet.
- Fill out the information and you’re set!
- We will be in contact to keep you up to date on your impact.
That's it! By following these steps, you can become a recurring donor and make a lasting impact on the families we serve. Thank you for considering a recurring donation to RMHCCI!
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Social Worker Appreciation Day
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A big shoutout to Katie, Alicia, and Wendy (RMHCCI Staff) for putting together fantastic gift bags to honor the incredible social workers who support our families! Last Thursday, on Social Worker Appreciation Day, they delivered a Fiesta to our social worker partners at OSF, St. John's Memorial, and Carle. The gift bags were packed with chips, salsa, and RMHCCI swag. |
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Update: Our Reading Corner
Project is Complete!
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We are thrilled to share the exciting news that our Reading Corner project at the Springfield House has been successfully completed! Thanks to Amanda Brown + Joey Brown, the incredible collaboration between The Kiwanis Club of Springfield Downtown and the Sangamon County Republican Women's Group, we now have a delightful space dedicated to reading. Read more about this project. |
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We have fantastic opportunities for you to get involved and make a meaningful impact through our Program Volunteering initiatives.
Here's a glimpse of the roles available:
- Clean Up
- CrewFront
- Desk Volunteer
- Facilities & Maintenance
- Meals From The Heart Dinner
- Meals From The Heart Host
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Your donation assists families at a critical time in their life - a time when a family needs to find strength in numbers by being together at the Ronald McDonald House® while their child receives medical attention.
Please support Ronald McDonald House® & make a difference in the life of a child & their family today!
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Peoria House
401 NE Monroe St
Peoria, IL 61603
309-401-2525
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Springfield House
610 N. 7th Street
Springfield, IL 62702
217-528-3314 |
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About Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to provide a supportive place for families to stay while their child is receiving medical care and supports programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children. We provide families with private bedroom and bathroom, home-cooked meals and more to help ease the stress they face during a medical crisis. For more information, visit rmhc-centralillinois.org, follow RMHCCI on Twitter (@RMHCCI), Instagram
(@RMHCCI) or on Facebook. |
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