News & Stories

Check back often for family stories, news about the House, and ways to help.

Together Through It All – Lyra’s Story

Just days after Lyra was born, her family received life-changing news that led them far from home in search of lifesaving care. Through months of treatment and uncertainty, one thing mattered most: staying together.

A Journey of Hope: Thea’s Story

After two years of waiting for a heart transplant, Thea and her family found comfort, community, and hope at Ronald McDonald House—until the life-changing day she finally received her new heart.

Natal and Grandma Kelly at Seattle Ronald McDonald House

A Place to Be Herself: Nataly’s Story

When 14-year-old Nataly left home for cancer treatment at Seattle Children’s, her world changed overnight. At Ronald McDonald House, she discovered acceptance, comfort, and the space to just be herself.

Mom and 4-year-old Marky at Seattle RMHC

Our Ronald McDonald ‘Home’

“We call it our Ronald McDonald home because that’s what it became.”
For Tamara and her son Marky, the House offered more than a place to stay—it brought comfort, community, and the strength to face each day together.

Together Through It All – Lyra’s Story

Just days after Lyra was born, her family received life-changing news that led them far from home in search of lifesaving care. Through months of treatment and uncertainty, one thing mattered most: staying together.

A Journey of Hope: Thea’s Story

After two years of waiting for a heart transplant, Thea and her family found comfort, community, and hope at Ronald McDonald House—until the life-changing day she finally received her new heart.

Natal and Grandma Kelly at Seattle Ronald McDonald House

A Place to Be Herself: Nataly’s Story

When 14-year-old Nataly left home for cancer treatment at Seattle Children’s, her world changed overnight. At Ronald McDonald House, she discovered acceptance, comfort, and the space to just be herself.

Mom and 4-year-old Marky at Seattle RMHC

Our Ronald McDonald ‘Home’

“We call it our Ronald McDonald home because that’s what it became.”
For Tamara and her son Marky, the House offered more than a place to stay—it brought comfort, community, and the strength to face each day together.