The holidays are a time for togetherness, cherished traditions, and making memories. But when a child needs medical care, the season can look very different for families who are far from home.
At Ronald McDonald House Louisville, family stays. Families can stay close to their child’s care while finding comfort in warm meals, welcoming spaces, and a caring community. And during the holidays, little moments of joy can mean so much.
This holiday season, you can help bring comfort, joy, and a little extra magic to families when they need it most.
The holidays are a time for togetherness, cherished traditions, and making memories. But when a child needs medical care, the season can look very different for families who are far from home.
At Ronald McDonald House Louisville, family stays. Families can stay close to their child’s care while finding comfort in warm meals, welcoming spaces, and a caring community. And during the holidays, little moments of joy can mean so much.
This holiday season, you can help bring comfort, joy, and a little extra magic to families when they need it most.
The best gifts aren’t always wrapped. Sometimes, they’re a warm meal after a long day at the hospital, a comfortable place to rest, or the chance for a family to simply be together.
Your gift today helps provide the essential services families need, at no cost to them, so they can focus on what matters most: their child.
Give a gift that makes a difference long after the holidays.
December 1, 2026
This Giving Tuesday, join a global day of generosity and make a difference for families staying at Ronald McDonald House Louisville.
Mark your calendar and help us make every family stay possible.
Share a little holiday joy
From donating items on our holiday wish list to giving the gift of your time, your support helps bring comfort, connection, and joy to families staying at our House.
Help bring the magic of the holidays to families staying at the House! From thoughtful gifts to everyday essentials, donations from our Holiday Wish List help create special moments and provide comfort throughout the season.
Whether you’re shopping on your own or organizing a wish list drive with friends, coworkers or your community, every gift helps make the season a little brighter.
Please note: Thanks to our generous donors, we currently have an abundance of board games, Play-Doh and puzzles. We encourage you to explore the other items on our wish list.
So many holiday memories are made around the table. Through our Love Served Daily meal program, you can help families experience that same comfort and connection, even when they’re far from home.
Gather your friends, family, or coworkers to prepare and serve a meal for families staying at Ronald McDonald House Louisville. It’s a meaningful way to share a little holiday warmth while giving families one less thing to worry about.
Shop for a cause
Your holiday shopping can make a difference! These generous community partners are making it easy to support families at Ronald McDonald House Louisville while checking off your holiday gift list.
$15 | Available at Dillard’s
Find a little holiday inspiration while giving back! The 2026 Southern Living Limited Edition Christmas Cookbook is filled with festive recipes, decorating ideas, and entertaining tips.
Proceeds from local sales support Ronald McDonald House Louisville.
Where to shop:
$9.99 per ornament | $5 donated
Add a little meaning to your holiday decorations! During Little Green Apple Hallmark’s 12th annual Gift of Giving event, $5 from every special $9.99 ornament sold will benefit Ronald McDonald House Louisville.
It’s a small way to make a big difference for families this season.
Participating locations:
November 1 – December 24, 2026
This holiday season, Macy’s is celebrating the magic of togetherness. Through its holiday giving campaign, shoppers can round up their purchases in-store.
Every act of generosity helps bring more care and connection to families.
Shop locally:
Macy’s at Oxmoor Center
The holidays may look different for families whose children need medical care, but moments of comfort, joy, and togetherness are still possible.
Thanks to friends like you, families can find care and connection throughout the season and beyond.
Because when it matters most, Family Stays.
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