Mission

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa, formerly the Ronald McDonald House of Iowa City, opened in 1985, has been a home away from home for over 45,000 family members from all 99 Iowa counties, all 50 states, and 40 foreign countries. Since opening, the House has grown in capacity from 15 rooms to the current capacity of 31 rooms following the House expansion in 1999. The Ronald McDonald House provides a place to stay while your child receives critical medical care at the hospitals and clinics in Iowa City. We also make grants to improve the health, well-being, and education for area children and youth. Specifically, we make grants to qualified area non-profits working for the benefit of children and award scholarships to talented, deserving youth for the purpose of continuing their education.