The first Irish Ronald McDonald House was opened in 2004 on the grounds of Children’s Health Ireland, Crumlin, Dublin 12.

The Ronald McDonald House provides long term accommodation and support for families from all over Ireland whilst their children are seriously ill in hospital.

Since the House opened in 2004 we have been a home to over 3,400 families from all over Ireland. The House has 16 ensuite family bedrooms, 3 kitchens, a dining room, a TV room, a toddlers room and a utility room. We also have an outdoor play area for children and a small garden. There is also a 4 bedroom house situated directly across from the main house at 45 St. Mary's Drive, Crumlin which provides an additional 4 family bedrooms. It currently costs €600,000 per annum to run the House.  This money is raised each year through our many fundraising events with support from the public and families and friends of those who have stayed with us. Currently, we are focused on raising €19 million in order to build a new 52 bedroom Ronald McDonald House alongside the New Children's Hospital.