Your donation helps families stay together in their child's fight.
When a child is in hospital, family stays. And at
Ronald McDonald House South West stays with them.
When a child is in hospital, family does whatever it takes to stay.
At Ronald McDonald House South West, we give them a community of support, warm meals and a place to rest. Making sure they have everything they need to stay together, connected and keep strong. (can shorten and cut if need to).
Because when a child is in the fight of their lives, family stays and Ronald McDonald House Stays with them.
Help more families stay together in their child’s fight
Your donation helps families stay in their child’s fight
Each year Ronald McDonald House South West has over 9716 visits from throughout the South West. And over 3600 visits to our Family Room at Wagga Base Hospital.
Every dollar supports Ronald McDonald House South West directly. Through this we help provide:
- Welcoming accommodation near the hospital, a place to rest, reconnect and stay together.
- Everyday care and home‑like comforts that relieve stress during long hospital stays.
- Emotional and practical support from people who understand the journey.
- Programs and spaces that remove everyday stress, so families can focus on caring for their ill or injured child.
of parents say they would need to travel 30km or more to access specialist medical care for their child.
of families who stayed said Ronald McDonald House helped to make them feel less stressed or anxious.
Families can face over $52,000 per year when their child is in hospital. Ronald McDonald House saves Australian families over $300m per month.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does my donation go?
Your donation helps more families stay at the heart of their child’s care when they have an ill or injured child.
Support enables Ronald McDonald House South West NSW to provide essential services that remove barriers for families, so they can stay together, stay strong and stay close to the care their child needs. This includes accommodation and spaces close to hospitals, practical support, emotional care and everyday comforts that make a difficult journey a little easier.
Will I get a receipt after donating?
Yes. A tax receipt will be sent to you via email. Please ensure you enter the correct email address when making your donation so we can send it to you.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. Ronald McDonald House South West NSW is registered as a charity with the Australian Taxation Office. All donations of $2 or more are tax‑deductible in Australia.
How else can I contribute?
There are many ways to help more family stays, including:
- Fundraising to help families stay close when it matters most
- Volunteering, offering your time and care to support families
- Taking part in events that bring communities together to support families
