
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.
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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.

In lieu of Bat Mitzvah gifts, Rose asked her friends and family to make donations to the House. Learn how your own celebration can bring comfort to families far from home.

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.

“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.

Longtime McDonald’s Owner/Operator and dedicated RMHC Western Washington & Alaska board member Barb Johnson will be honored for her outstanding leadership, generosity, and advocacy at this year’s House That Love Built Gala.

During our inaugural golf fundraiser in June, Dayna Patterson shared how the Seattle House supported her family as her teen, Lily, underwent cancer treatment. We’re honored to share her 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.

In lieu of Bat Mitzvah gifts, Rose asked her friends and family to make donations to the House. Learn how your own celebration can bring comfort to families far from home.

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.

“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.

Longtime McDonald’s Owner/Operator and dedicated RMHC Western Washington & Alaska board member Barb Johnson will be honored for her outstanding leadership, generosity, and advocacy at this year’s House That Love Built Gala.

During our inaugural golf fundraiser in June, Dayna Patterson shared how the Seattle House supported her family as her teen, Lily, underwent cancer treatment. We’re honored to share her story.