McDonald’s is the founding and forever partner for Ronald McDonald House. Since the first House was founded in Philadelphia in 1974, Ronald McDonald Houses have been McDonald’s charity of choice. In south Alabama and coastal Mississippi, your favorite local restaurants support Ronald McDonald House Mobile through Round-Up donations, point of sale fundraisers, and penny per Happy Meal sold. Restaurant owners also host local charity events, sponsor our annual events, and serve on the board of directors and committees. Their gift of time, funds and in-kind services, as well as community relations, have helped expand Ronald McDonald House impact throughout the world.