Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kentuckiana
550 S. 1st St.
Louisville, KY 40202
502-581-1416
www.rmhck.org
Contact Person:
Sara Silletto, Director of Development
Sara@rmhck.org
Please use 300 words or less to describe your agency and your impact in the community.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kentuckiana (RMHCK) has significantly impacted thousands of families for forty years. With help from our community, we provide a nurturing environment, enabling families to stay close to their hospitalized children. We offer a home away from home with comprehensive support that includes warm meals, comfortable rooms, communal kitchens, play areas for children, and quiet spaces for parents to find solace, essential amenities, all at no cost to the families we serve.
Our impact goes beyond accommodation. By easing families’ financial and emotional burdens, we give them the opportunity to focus on what truly matters: the health and well-being of their children. The stability we provide helps reduce stress and promotes family cohesion, which is crucial for the healing process.
Our programs include a 56-bedroom Ronald McDonald House, three Ronald McDonald Family Rooms, and a Hospitality Cart at the Novak Center. These programs remain available to our guest families thanks to the generosity and trust of our partners in the community. They invest in our mission through various sponsorship and giving opportunities, volunteering their time, and introducing us to new potential partners. Our dedicated team and volunteers work tirelessly to maintain an environment of compassion and care.
RMHCK is more than just a place to stay; it’s a lifeline for families in need, providing comfort, hope, and a sense of community during their most critical times. Our commitment to leading with passion and making a positive difference in the lives of families underscores everything we do.
Agency Mission Statement or Description: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kentuckiana (RMHCK) provides essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing when children need healthcare.
Year established: 1984
Counties/regions serviced: RMHCK services all families who must travel to Louisville for their children’s medical care.
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Impact in community: In 2023, RMHCK served as a home away from home for more than 1,400 families, saving them a collective $3.1M. We dished out 472 meals and thousands of snacks. We organized 248 activities so our guest families could take a break and/or entertain siblings of their hospitalized children. We hosted hundreds of our community friends who volunteered to make dinner, make beds, make brownies, all to make our families smile.
Volunteer Opportunities: https://rmhc-kentuckiana.org/volunteer-rmhck/
How 1si members can help your organization: Volunteer, introduce us to a new friend, share our mission with families.