Ronald McDonald House Receives $25,000 Grant

Suncoast Credit Union Foundation supports Southwest Florida charity

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida has received a $25,000 grant from the Suncoast Credit Union Foundation. The funds will help the charity continue providing accommodation, meals, emotional support, and other services to families with seriously ill or injured children receiving medical treatment in the Fort Myers area.

Why it matters

The Ronald McDonald House and Family Room programs play a vital role in supporting families during difficult times, allowing them to focus on their child's recovery without worrying about basic needs like housing and food. This grant will ensure the charity can maintain its wide range of free services for families in Southwest Florida.

The details

The grant from the Suncoast Credit Union Foundation will support the Ronald McDonald House in Fort Myers, the Ronald McDonald Family Room inside Golisano Children's Hospital, and the charity's two Care Mobile vehicles that provide dental care to underserved children in the region. The Suncoast Credit Union Foundation funds its charitable giving through a portion of debit and credit card usage by its members.

  • The grant was announced on February 26, 2026.

The players

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida

A non-profit organization that provides accommodation, meals, emotional support, and other services to families with seriously ill or injured children receiving medical treatment in the Fort Myers area.

Suncoast Credit Union Foundation

The charitable giving arm of Suncoast Credit Union, which has raised and donated over $55 million to community programs focused on children's health, education, and well-being since its founding in 1990.

Nirupa Netram

The president and CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida.

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What they’re saying

“We are incredibly grateful to the Suncoast Credit Union Foundation for their continued investment in Southwest Florida families. Their support ensures families can stay close to their hospitalised children without worrying about where they will sleep, eat, or find support. This gift truly makes a difference when families need it most.”

— Nirupa Netram, President and CEO, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida

The takeaway

This grant highlights the important role that community organizations and local businesses can play in supporting families with seriously ill children, providing them with essential services and a sense of stability during difficult times.