Ronald McDonald House Charities, a non-profit, 501 (c) (3) corporation, sponsors facilities that provide comfort for the families of pediatric patients and supports programs that directly improve the health and well-being of all children. Its grassroots-driven programs offer help where children need it most - right in their own communities. These programs provide a bridge to accessible health care and allow families more time together, which helps in the healing process. As pioneers of providing family-centered care, RMHC strives to be part of the solution in improving the lives of children and their families, providing programs that strengthen families during difficult times.