Little Rock, AR (October 16, 2023) Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Arkansas has a new name – Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Arkansas & North Louisiana.
This name change more accurately reflects our program territory and recognizes the expansion of our services into North Louisiana, in an effort to provide even more families with a home away from home.
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“Our well-respected programs and commitment to excellence in serving families here in Arkansas will continue as they have for 42 years. Expanding our chapter name to include ‘& Louisiana’ more accurately reflects the area where we are able to establish new programs. We recognize there is great need to serve even more families with a critically ill child in the hospital through Ronald McDonald House programs in our multi-state territory. Our Board of Directors and team agree that this name change elevates our mission and highlights an exciting new chapter for our organization.”
– Janell Mason, CEO of RMHC of Arkansas & North Louisiana
– Janell Mason, CEO of RMHC of Arkansas & North Louisiana
FAQ
Why is the name changing?
Our new name more accurately reflects our expanded program territory and recognizes our expansion of programs into North Louisiana.
Has the mission changed?
No. Our mission has been and continues to be to provide a home away from home for families of critically ill children being treated at local hospitals while offering programs that benefit children’s health.
What are the programs?
Does this affect guest families?
No. Our service and commitment to families who need to be close to their critically ill child, and support from our dedicated staff, will stay exactly the same.
Does this change how my donation will be used?
No. 100% of every donation stays local to help local families. Our Tax ID number remains the same.
Does this affect funds raised at local McDonald’s restaurants?
No. McDonald’s local restaurant customers have long been donating to support our families through donation boxes, Round-Up for RMHC, and fixed donations on the McDonald’s mobile app. These donations will continue to support local programs.
Why is the name changing?
Our new name more accurately reflects our expanded program territory and recognizes our expansion of programs into North Louisiana.
Has the mission changed?
No. Our mission has been and continues to be to provide a home away from home for families of critically ill children being treated at local hospitals while offering programs that benefit children’s health.
What are the programs?
- Ronald McDonald House in Little Rock (since 1981)
- Ronald McDonald Family Room at UAMS (since 2020)
- Ronald McDonald Care Mobile (since 2009)
- Future Ronald McDonald House Shreveport-Bossier in Northwest Louisiana (opening 2025)
Does this affect guest families?
No. Our service and commitment to families who need to be close to their critically ill child, and support from our dedicated staff, will stay exactly the same.
Does this change how my donation will be used?
No. 100% of every donation stays local to help local families. Our Tax ID number remains the same.
Does this affect funds raised at local McDonald’s restaurants?
No. McDonald’s local restaurant customers have long been donating to support our families through donation boxes, Round-Up for RMHC, and fixed donations on the McDonald’s mobile app. These donations will continue to support local programs.
Have a question?
Contact Janell Mason, CEO | 501.374.4376 or janell@rmhcar-nla.org
Contact Janell Mason, CEO | 501.374.4376 or janell@rmhcar-nla.org
