Give A Hug
Celebrating International Family Day with RMHC
Every year on May 15, International Family Day honours families as the heart of society, celebrating their diversity and the unwavering support they provide across cultures and communities. At Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC), this day holds even greater significance, as we are committed to ensuring every family has the resources they need to support their child’s recovery journey.
We believe that love, care, and family support are as essential to healing as medicine itself. This International Family Day, let us all stand united in this mission to keep families together empowering them to be their child’s greatest source of strength and comfort. ❤️
Join Us in Making a Difference
On this special day, we invite our partners—like you—who share our passion for keeping families together, especially those with a child who is receiving medical care while staying in our family rooms at healthcare facilities. “Give A Hug” by donating to RMHC, so families can stay together and embrace their child throughout their recovery journey.
Together, we can make every hug count. ❤️
Ronald McDonald House Charities Singapore
Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Singapore is dedicated to supporting families with seriously ill children by providing a "home away from home" within hospital premises. Here are some quick facts about RMHC Singapore.
Ronald McDonald House (RMH) at National University Hospital (NUH): Located on Level Four of the Main Building just steps away from the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit, RMH offers four ensuite bedrooms, a living room, dining area, kitchenette, and laundry facilities. This setup allows caregivers to stay close to their hospitalised children, providing comfort and support during challenging times. Since its inception in 2013, over 1,400 families have stayed with us.
Aside from the Ronald McDonald House, there are also three Ronald McDonald Family Rooms at National University Hospital and Institute of Mental Health. These lounges provide a place of respite for parent-caregivers in between tending to their children who are ill or injured at the hospital, allowing them to nap, have a quick bite, or even take a shower.
All of these facilities are offered at no cost to the families we serve.
Through these, RMHC Singapore ensures that families remain close to their children during hospitalisation, reinforcing the belief that family presence is a vital component of the healing process.
How can you contribute or volunteer?
Words of Encouragement
Offline
Pen words of encouragement on a Care Postcard which will be shared with RMHC guest families.
Pledge Solidarity and Encouragement on Social Media Channels
Take a photo of you and/or your family holding up a note of support and post it on your social media. Be sure to tag us and leave your settings to public so that we can share it as well.
#GiveAHug_RMHC
#GiveAHug_RMHCSG
Lead a group at home or at work to activate 1 & 2
Monetary Donations
Sponsor a specific programme, such as Meals-to-Bond, Happy Snack Packs, or the Happy Wheels Cart.
Participate in corporate giving programmes or workplace donation matching initiatives, adopting RMHC as your charity of choice.
Round-Up to the nearest dollar for RMHC at McDonald’s restaurants while ordering at the Self-order Kiosks.
In-Kind Donations
Donate essential supplies such as toiletries, snacks, and household items for families staying at Ronald McDonald House.
Pay for Ready-to-eat meals that are stocked for the convenience of the families we serve, allowing them access to a hot meal anytime they want.
Fundraising Events
Follow our social channels, and support the various Fundraising campaigns throughout the year.
Organise your own fundraiser through schools, workplaces, or community groups.
Ways to Volunteer
Volunteer at the House or Family Rooms
Volunteers help provide families at the Ronald McDonald House and Family Rooms with a pleasant and comfortable environment by assisting staff with the daily operations and by providing support to the families as needed.
You need to be able to commit to 2 shifts per month for 3 months or more.
Daily shifts at NUH: 9:00am–1:00pm; 1:00–5:00pm; and 5:00–9:00pm
Weekday shifts at IMH (Buangkok): 9:00am–1:00pm or 1:00–5:00pm
Contact: [email protected]
Corporate and Group Volunteering
Companies and schools can opt to work with us to support our other programmes such as the Happy Wheels Cart, and Happy Snack Packs, and also for Family Days out, and also special occasions such as Children’s Day and Christmas.
Contact: [email protected]
Be a RMHC Brand Advocate
Spread awareness about RMHC through your social media channels, fundraising campaigns, or community outreach.
