Ronald McDonald House Charities of North Central Florida provides temporary housing, basic amenities and support to families with critically ill children seeking treatment at area medical facilities through the operation and funding of our two programs, the Ronald McDonald House® of Gainesville and the Ronald McDonald Family Room®. By removing logistical burdens that often accompany a medical crisis, RMHC of NCF helps to stabilize situations for families and allow them to concentrate all of their time and energy on the treatment and recovery of their children.

RMHC of NCF has served over 28,000 families with children diagnosed with heart complications, premature birth, cancer, kidney problems, brain tumors, burns, leukemia, seizures, and other ailments from all of Florida’s 67 counties, 48 other states, and 34 foreign countries. 

RMHC of NCF is a local chapter within the international network of Ronald McDonald House Charities. The agency is an independent 501(c)(3) with a local Board of Directors and is responsible for  100%  of its operational budget and capital needs. Support for RMHC of NCF is garnered through generous donations from local organizations, corporations, and individuals.