At Ronald McDonald House New York, we witness how a diagnosis can completely alter a family's life overnight. For Christopher Jackson, this change arrived on an autumn day when school, soccer, and ordinary teenage plans were abruptly interrupted by an extraordinary test of endurance.

Ronald McDonald House New York (RMH-NY) will proudly "Go Gold" in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month as we gather for the RMH-NY’s  Annual Gala at the stunning Cipriani Wall Street on September 30^th, 2025. This year’s event brings a truly historic milestone: the presentation of the inaugural Medicine Gives Hope Award to a man whose life's work has changed the course of pediatric cancer care across the globe — Dr. Richard J. O’Reilly.

Barbara Walters once said, “To not have any regrets at the end of your life, you have to be brave enough to look ahead.”   

Each August, during Make-A-Will Month, we reflect on the power of legacy—the deeply personal and transformative act of ensuring that your values endure beyond your lifetime

Every year, on the third Sunday in July, National Ice Cream Day arrives—offering the perfect excuse to indulge in your favorite childhood treat and share its joy with others. This year marks seven years of love, service, and community inspired by Dylan Matthew Murphy, carried forward by his family’s tireless volunteer efforts through Dylan’s Dream Team.

A Blow-by-Blow (and Boom-by-Boom!) Timeline of Ronald McDonald House New York’s 2025 Fourth of July Spectacular

Hi. I’m a Hospitality Cart at Ronald McDonald House New York. Come spend the day with me to see how Ronald McDonald House New York utilizes me to offer a moment of compassionate care to caregivers and families in local hospitals. And remind me to tell you the one about the goldfish shortage.

In the earliest days of Ronald McDonald House New York, before there were playrooms and family suites, volunteer teams and even before East 73rd street, there was Jeanne Riegel. Around the House, she was just known as Jeannie.

For teenagers in New York City who want to make a real difference, volunteering can be more than just community service hours—it can be a transformational experience. The Youth Advisory Council (YAC) at Ronald McDonald House New York offers one of the most meaningful and hands-on opportunities for high school students to grow as compassionate leaders, fundraisers, and changemakers.

Every Tuesday evening, almost like clockwork, Neil walks through the doors of Ronald McDonald House New York after a long day of work with a simple mission: help families with children battling pediatric cancer and other life-threatening illnesses breathe a little easier.