Goh says RMHC is committed to expanding its support for families over the next 50 years, including in Malaysia.
Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) marked a significant milestone this year.
The organisation is celebrating 50 years of making a difference in the lives of children and families worldwide and 34 years of impact in Malaysia.
Established in Malaysia in 1990, the organisation has been dedicated to supporting underprivileged children and their families through programmes focused on health, education and welfare, impacting over a quarter of a million lives across the nation.
“For more than three decades, RMHC Malaysia has been committed to providing essential support for families in need, creating a world where every family has what they need to ensure the best health outcomes for their children,” said RMHC Malaysia president Datuk Azmir Jaafar at an event marking the milestone.
“This milestone is not only a celebration of our achievements but also a reminder of our mission – to provide essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families and promote healing when children need healthcare.
“Our work is far from done, and we look forward to continuing this journey with the support of our community and partners,” he said.
The event was also attended by RMHC Global Asia field operations associate director Rachel Goh, who emphasised the organisation’s commitment to significantly expanding its support for families over the next 50 years, including in Malaysia.
RMHC Malaysia’s mission is delivered through four core initiatives – the Ronald McDonald House, Ronald McDonald Sensory Room, Gift of Smile and Back-to-School Pack Programme.
Each initiative provides tailored support that addresses the unique needs of children across Malaysia, benefitting over a quarter-million children through funding that has exceeded RM60mil.
RMHC Malaysia is also expanding its support in response to growing needs.
Following the recent launch of the first Ronald McDonald House in Sabah, plans are underway to establish a fifth Ronald McDonald House in Sarawak by 2026.
In a press statement, it said this new facility near Sarawak General Hospital in Kuching would provide families with accommodation close to their children receiving medical treatment, reducing the travel burden for those in rural areas.
Additionally, RMHC Malaysia is enhancing its impact with the opening of a third Ronald McDonald sensory room in Sarawak, in collaboration with the Paediatric Unit of the Sarawak General Hospital.
This new sensory room will serve more families with children who have special needs, offering them access to specialised therapeutic support.
During the event, RMHC Malaysia also acknowledged its corporate sponsors who collectively contributed nearly RM500,000 in donations in conjunction with RMHC’s 50th anniversary.
Azmir said the sponsors’ support would empower RMHC Malaysia to continue fostering a supportive environment for generations to come.
