Grant Program Details

Through grants to other non-profit organizations serving children, RMHC of South Florida can extend its reach, improving the health and well-being of children around the world.

Funding considerations:

To be considered for funding, a children's organization must be designated as not-for profit 501(c)(3) and tax exempt as defined under IRS codes

RONALD McDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES (RMHC) Board of Trustees is most interested in organizations that have:

A program that directly benefits children (ages 0-18 years)
Consistent and effective management
Clear goals and objectives
A broad base of funding support
A demonstrated ability to respond to the needs of specific groups of children in a manner that yields measurable results
A specific program they are seeking to fund

RMHC does not fund:

Advertising or fundraising drives
Partisan, political or denominational programs
Ongoing general and administrative costs
Intermediary funding agencies
Endowment campaigns
Ongoing salaries or travel expenses
Advertising or fundraising drives
Partisan, political or denominational programs
Requests that are not in writing

The following information must accompany your completed Grant Application form:

A one or two page cover letter on your organization's letterhead, signed by a senior management official, briefly outlining your proposal.
A letter of endorsement from a McDonald's representative who is familiar with your organization and the project you are submitting your funding request for.
A copy of the Internal Revenue Service ruling of the organization's tax exempt status under Section 501(c) (3).
A detailed budget specifically outlining the amount of funds you are requesting from RMHC of South Florida
A donor's list showing all private, corporate and foundation support during the past 12 months.
A copy of your most recent audited financial statements.

The Board meets three times per year to review, select and award grants to not-for-profit Children's organizations which have demonstrated an ability to respond to the needs of specific groups of children in a definite, "hands-on" manner that yields measurable results.

For grants applications and deadlines, please email Soraya Rivera-Moya or call 1-877-RMHC-SFL, option #3.