The People Behind Ronald McDonald House® Westside Los Angeles

Kelly Herman is a nonprofit executive, passionate advocate for children and families, and a proud member of the Westside Los Angeles community for more than 30 years. She has brought over 20 years of leadership experience spanning strategic planning, operations, team development, and philanthropy, with previous leadership roles at Pepperdine University, Healthy Child Healthy World, Yellowstone Forever, and the Sierra Club. Throughout her career and personal life, Kelly has remained deeply committed to serving children, families, and communities in need.  

As Executive Director of Ronald McDonald House Westside Los Angeles, Kelly brings her experience and heart to a mission that is deeply meaningful to her. From visiting families in the hospital to welcoming them into our House, she sees firsthand the profound difference it makes for families to have a place of comfort, care, and support close to their child’s medical treatment. Every family she meets deepens her commitment to fully opening our House and ensuring that additional families have a place to turn, stay together, and feel supported when they need it most.