Family Stays
Case for Support
To Our Valued Corporate Partners,
Thank you for being an integral part of the Ronald McDonald House SWO mission. Your support makes a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of families with ill and injured children. With your partnership, we are able to give pediatric patients what they need most—the comfort and strength of having their loved ones close during incredibly difficult times.
At Ronald McDonald House SWO, we bridge the gap between what government-funded healthcare can provide and what truly supports a family through crisis. Healing the whole child—mind, body, and spirit—requires more than medicine. It requires care, stability, and the presence of family. That's what your commitment helps us deliver.
Last year, with the support of partners, like you, Ronald McDonald House SWO provided care and support to over 3,000 families across our London, Windsor, and Family Room programs. Every family’s stay includes more than a bed—it is made up of warm meals prepared with love, access to emotional support, and the comfort of knowing they're not alone. Together, we created countless moments of relief, and a sense of community in the midst of uncertainty.
We are committed to building exceptional experiences for corporate partners who recognize that investing in family-centred care is not only good for the community but connects deeply with organizational values of compassion, responsibility, and impact. We are proud to align our globally recognized brand with organizations that believe in this shared mission.
Thank you for standing with us. Together, we are building a future where every family has what they need to stay strong, hopeful, and together through their toughest times. We look forward to deepening this meaningful partnership—and to celebrating the impact we will continue to make, side by side.
With sincere gratitude,
W. Matthew Chater Chief Executive Officer
Samantha Parsons President, Board of Directors
A sick child is a sick family, and we’re going to take care of everybody.
Dr. Audrey Evans Co-founder of the first Ronald McDonald House
We provided over 15,000 nights of comfort last year. 98% of families report enhanced health care journeys. Last year, we provided and served nearly 97,000 meals to families.
Help families in need
OUR MISSION
We provide essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families and promote healing when children need healthcare.
OUR VISION
A world where every family has what they need to ensure the best health outcomes for their children.
CRITICAL NEED
493 families turned away. Hundreds more never make our wait list.
ECONOMIC HARDSHIP
$15k
average monthly expenses for a family of four, navigating a paediatric illness.
BARRIERS TO CARE
2 of 3
families must travel to access adequate health care for their children.
GOING THE DISTANCE FOR FAMILIES
236KM average distance families travelled to access medical care for their child.
EXPERIENCE OUR MISSION
FAMILIES IN NEED
10-15
families are typically on our waitlist every night.
Turn partnership into impact
The value of corporate partnerships
Corporate partners are essential to ensuring Ronald McDonald House SWO can serve families. Partnerships are mutually beneficial—they create measurable mission impact while offering businesses visibility, engagement, and community alignment.
Key benefits for partners include:
• Recognition across Ronald McDonald House SWO events, media, and publications.
• Opportunities for employee volunteer engagement.
• Brand alignment with one of the most trusted global nonprofit organizations.
• Strengthened ties to local communities and families.
Tangible business benefits
Beyond the life-changing support of families, your partnership with Ronald McDonald House SWO will also provide tangible business benefits that support your company’s strategic goals:
• Tax Advantages
• Brand Loyalty
• Marketing Exposure
• Company Culture & Talent
• Employee Skill Development
• Employee Retention & Recruitment
Together, we make every family stay possible
Every day, families face the unthinkable stress of having an ill or injured child in the hospital. At Ronald McDonald House SWO, we provide more than just a place to stay – we offer comfort, stability, and care when families need it most. But, we can’t do it alone.
Asking businesses to stand with us
Your support helps ensure parents can stay close to their children, without the added burden of where to sleep or how to eat. Whether it's helping keep a room warm and welcoming or bringing smiles to a child’s face during BINGO night, every act of generosity matters.
Corporate giving
Some partners start with one-time gifts that provide everyday essentials—from household supplies to meals and comfort kits. Others prioritize ongoing support as sustaining donors, which is vital to meet growing demand and supporting thousands of families each year.
• Matching gift programs: A powerful way to engage employees is through matching gifts. When your company matches what employees give, it doubles the financial benefit and fosters a strong culture of generosity within your workplace.
• Gifts of securities: Securities donations remain a meaningful option that blends generosity with taxsmart giving.
• Employee giving campaigns: Payroll deduction programs are simple but powerful. Regular contributions from employees, even in small amounts, add up to significant support for families.
• Legacy giving: Create a lasting legacy through estate plans, bequests, or endowments—ensuring families will be supported for generations to come.
Sponsorship opportunities
• Signature events: We invite partners to join us in highprofile events like the Red Jacket Golf Tournament in London and Windsor, Illuminate the House during the holiday season, and our Impact Awards event series.
• Adopt-a-Room / Adopt-a-Family: Corporate partners can fund the cost of maintaining a guest room or help long-term families with essentials like grocery cards and transportation. These opportunities connect your support directly to a family’s stay.
• In-kind support: Beyond financial contributions, many partners also lend their expertise and services—from auction items and printing to AV support. These in-kind gifts are vital in helping us deliver on our mission.
Volunteer opportunities
• Meals From the Heart dinner programs: Bring your team in to cook and serve a home-cooked meal for the families staying at the House. It’s more than food —it is about comfort and care.
Rally your team to see our mission and your generosity in action. Host a Movie Night, games night, or volunteer for seasonal decorating or gardening.
Together, we are building a future where every family has what they need to stay strong, hopeful, and together through their darkest moments.
W. Matthew Chater, Chief Executive Officer
Share in the strength of family
Ronald McDonald House gave us more than a place to stay—it gave us a sense of normalcy, a community of support, and lifelong friendships.
Lai family, Camlachie
Share. Together.
VIEW OUR FAMILIES' STORIES OF STRENGTH
During your darkest and hardest times, you need the little things to help pick you back up. Ronald McDonald House gave us that, and so much more. This place really became our everything.”
Pichette family, Courtland
Join our esteemed network
When a child is ill or injured, nothing matters more than being together. Ronald McDonald House SWO provides families with a warm place to stay, home-cooked meals, and emotional support—just steps from the hospital—so they can focus on their child’s care and healing.
As a Corporate Partner, your company plays a vital role in making this possible. You show compassion and leadership by strengthening community ties, and you create lasting impact—while helping families find strength, hope, and togetherness during life’s toughest moments. Join us in supporting families when they need it most.
Support. Together.
Play. Together.
You have a village now. This place will take care of your mind, body, and soul while you take care of your child. You will be seen here, heard here, and supported here. Although these days are hard, Ronald McDonald House is a blessing that will help you through it.
Martinez family, Oxford County
