35 Years of Heart: Keeping Families Together in Delaware
Our Mission
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware provides essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing when children need healthcare.
Our Milestone: 1991–2026
This year marks a milestone we are incredibly proud to share with you. For 35 years, the Ronald McDonald House in Delaware has been a place where families find comfort, connection, and strength during their child’s medical journey.
As we participate in Do More 24 Delaware, we are looking back at our 1991 roots, honoring the thousands of families who have shaped our story, and celebrating how your support has allowed us to grow.
How We Serve Our Community
Your support during these 24 hours funds a comprehensive network of care that spans across the state and the world:
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The Ronald McDonald House: Our 52-bedroom House provides a "home-away-from-home" for families of seriously ill children. We offer private guest rooms, laundry facilities, a fitness center, four playrooms, and an outdoor playground. A hot meal is served every single evening.
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Ronald McDonald Family Rooms: We operate two Family Rooms located just steps from neonatal and pediatric intensive care units at ChristianaCare’s Newark Campus and Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware.
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Hospitality on the Move: Our two “Cart with a Heart” programs are staffed by volunteers who visit hospital care units to offer complimentary snacks and activities to families during the long hours of waiting.
Be Part of the Celebration!
By donating today, you aren't just giving to a charity- you are becoming part of our 35-year history. Every gift made during Do More 24 helps ensure that we can continue to provide a "home-away-from-home" for the next 35 years and beyond.
“It gives us a place to stay and the relief of not worrying about where we’ll eat or sleep while our daughter is in the hospital.” - Ronald McDonald House Mom
Help us celebrate 35 years of heart. Give today to help us "Do More" for children and families ❤️