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Andre Sau

Meet Andre Sau – childhood cancer survivor and alumni patient of Ronald McDonald House® Orange County (RMHOC) since 2004.

Mernie Empalmado

A little pampering, a lot of love: meet Mernie Empalmado

The Lara Family

The WLA House has allowed the family to remain together and to focus fully on Perla’s treatment and recovery.

Patti Widdicombe

Few people embody the spirit of McDonald’s and Ronald McDonald House like Patti Widdicombe, and she continues to set the standard of what it means to be “McFamily.”

Bob and Bev Sandelman

What began with an online search and tour in 2012 has grown into years of heartfelt support for RMHOC. Learn how the Sandelmans’ ongoing commitment—and planned gift—is making a lasting impact for families in need.

José Luis Validivia

Meet José! Prior to his daughter, he didn’t know what a Ronald McDonald House did. Now living 200 miles away from the hospital where his daughter has treatment, he’s learning what it means to have a home away from home.

Jerrette Jones

Meet Jerrette: At just 27-weeks pregnant, she gave birth to her baby girl. As a single mom, she was able to find support and community at Ronald McDonald House Orange County, when she needed it most.

You Helped This Mom in Her Darkest Days

From Camper to Counselor

Julian, lovingly known as Counselor Munch, knows that healing isn’t just about medical treatment — it’s about hope, connection, and enjoying time together.

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