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Helping Families Stay Together

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A place to rest and recharge

Ronald McDonald House Eastern Iowa & Western Illinois supports families when they need it most. We provide care, comfort and practical support to families whose children are receiving medical care, helping families stay together and close to the care their children need. Through our programs, dedicated staff, volunteers and generous community, we create a welcoming place where families can focus on what matters most—being there for their child.

What we believe

Families should be together

Your gifts should stay local

Connection to our community matters

2,100

Families served in 2025
Every one of them received a room, food, or other support at no cost.

11,900

Nights of lodging provided across the region
Thousands of mornings that started a few minutes from their child’s room.

19,762

Meals served to families in Iowa City and Cedar Rapids
Most made by volunteers who came to cook.

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We want to do anything we can to let these families know that they're not fighting alone.

Kalie Williams | Volunteer

You never know what life is bringing your way, but whatever happens, Ronald McDonald House will be there for your family in almost any way possible.

Tia T. | Bellevue, IA

We could center our attention on therapy instead of traveling hours each day and being distracted with the triggers of daily life.

Rochelle Hoeger | Jasmyn’s mother