1,000+
Number of families served in 2024.
$100
Cost to house one family for one night.
$145,238
Saved in labor and housekeeping costs by volunteers in 2024.
Mission
We provide essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing when children need health care.
Key Services Provided
We offer a place to call home at little to no cost, so families can stay together. At our two House locations, one inside MercyOne Children’s Hospital and one near Blank Children’s Hospital, families are only steps away from their critically ill children.
Key Audiences Served
We serve families with children age 21 or younger using a medical facility in the Des Moines area. Not only do we serve families from Iowa, but we also provide a home away from home for families from all over the United States and around the world.
Ways to Give
Make a donation or become a recurring donor: donate.rmhdesmoines.org/give/498106.
Volunteer: rmhdesmoines.org/get-involved/volunteer.
Donate wish list items: rmhdesmoines.org/get-involved/wishlist.
Attend an event: rmhdesmoines.org/events.
Donate your unwanted car: cartober.com/RonaldMcDonald
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What are the most immediate needs to support your organization?
Businesses and individuals can help Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Iowa (RMHCCI) in so many ways. RMHCCI is always looking for volunteers for the Houses and fundraising events that are hosted each year. Volunteering in the kitchens to provide meals, snacks, or sweet treats goes a long way. Donations, whether monetary or wish list items, are also always appreciated. If you are interested in donating or volunteering, visit RMHCCI’s website or call one of the Houses today!
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President: Terry Nielsen
President-elect: Jonathan Musser
Secretary: Jed Pedersen
Treasurer: Ty Doggett
Nick Callison
Andrea Chase
Dr. Tracy Ekhardt
Sue Emich
Jason Evans
Jon Hummel
Kris Martins
Tim Moore
Kate Nickerson
Dr. Matt Petty
David Roberts
Lisa Soifer
Andrew Strube
Ty Weis
Alec Wilcox
Kevin Wosmansky