Ronald McDonald House

Philadelphia County · dedicated 2019 · 3925 Chestnut St., Philadelphia

Founded in 1974 at 4032 Spruce Street, the facility moved here in 1981. Its mission has been to provide lodging and support services to families with hospitalized children. It was conceived by pediatric oncologist Dr. Audrey Evans with support from Phila. Eagles' GM Jimmy Murray and McDonald's exec. Ed Rensi. Since then, hundreds of Ronald McDonald House Charities chapters have opened worldwide, providing numerous programs to families.

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Marker data: Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission via data.pa.gov

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