Ronald McDonald House Charities ACT & South East NSW

Keeping Families Close™

RMHC ACT gives families with a child who is sick exactly what they need most – each other.

When a child is seriously ill, it can disrupt every aspect of family life – from school and work, to everyday moments like family meals and quality time. This can have  a devastating effect on the whole family. 

Ronald McDonald House Charities ACT & South East NSW helps family life carry on while a child is undergoing treatment. Since 2012, we’ve helped thousands of families through their most difficult times.

Our Impact in 2024

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Families were helped by staff, volunteers and supporters in 2024

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Nights of accomodation provided 

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Families were able to have respite in our Family Room

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Volunteer hours were donated to support our programs

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Hospital rooms were visited by the Hospitality Cart providing wellbeing items for families

Our Stories

Everyone who has been involved with Ronald McDonald House Charities ACT has a story to tell. Here are a few of our families stories and how RMHC ACT was able to help their family stay close.

Finding Home, Twice

Ten years ago, Nicarla became a mum for the first time under circumstances no parent expects. That’s when Ronald McDonald House Canberra opened its doors

Finding Home Through the Hardest Days​

The House truly saved my family, and my mental health. Without it, I would have missed so much precious time with my children. We’ll always

A place of hope of Apolloh’s family

The Ronald McDonald Family Room gave Raimond and Kate strength when they needed it most. Every day, families walk through hospital doors facing uncertainty and

Upcoming Events

Everyone who has been involved with Ronald McDonald House Charities ACT has a story to tell. Here are a few of our families stories and how RMHC ACT was able to help their family stay close.

Meet the Makers

Friday, 21 Nov 2025

Taste the best of Canberra region wines while supporting the best cause. Every ticket helps keep families close to their child in our local CBR hospitals.

Friday & Saturday, 14-15 Nov 2025

Take the challenge and join in on 24 hours of tennis cardio fun! Play through the night and support families with ill and injured children.

Saturday, 18 April 2026

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of elegance, entertainment, and purpose at the 2026 Lexus of Canberra Ronald McDonald House Gala Ball — one of the most meaningful nights on the calendar.

Acknowledgement of Country

RMHC ACT & SE NSW acknowledges the Ngunnawal People as Traditional Custodians of the lands, skies and waterways on which we work.  We recognise the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples amongst the families we care for, our employees volunteers and supporters. We pay our respects to them and their Elders past and present.