Our History

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Local History

Ronald McDonald House Central West NSW first opened for families in 2015 and so far we have supported over 1800 families from across NSW.

Our services now include Dubbo, with a Hospitality Cart launched in 2024, supporting families with a child in the Paediatric and Special Care Nursery.

National History

In 1981 children’s charities were forever changed in Australia when the first Ronald McDonald House opened its doors in NSW. Since then, the charity has grown to 18 Houses across the country as well as 18 Family Rooms, 5 Family Retreats, 1 Care Mobile and our National Learning Program.

young boy sitting on medical examination table with stethoscope in his ears and holding receiver to his chest, smiling

Global History

Our first Ronald McDonald House opened in Philadelphia, PA, USA, in 1974, after recognizing the need for parents to stay close to their hospitalized child. As we opened more House programs around the world, it became clear that caring for the family of a sick child was as important as caring for the child.

Acknowledgement of Country

At Ronald McDonald House Central West NSW we respect and acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land, skies and waterways on which we gather today.
We pay our respects to their Elders, past and present. We celebrate the resilience and strength oof young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people, the next generation of storytellers, Custodians and leaders. We are honoured to support and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples including families with ill or injured children, so together we can create a brighter, healthier future for every child.

Make a Difference for Families & Children

Parents don’t know when their children will need medical help. But they should know they can always access the care they need. And with your help, we can support them all throughout their journey.