RMHC needs House Operations Volunteers. This role is for those 18 years of age or older who wish to be on-site to serve at the Ronald McDonald House Charlotte and wish to assist in keeping our house clean and tidy, organizing stock items, processing various donations, turning over guest rooms, assisting guests and staff with various projects and more. If you enjoy staying busy, helping others, and being part of a team, House Operations Volunteering may be the perfect fit for you!

RMHC of GC is currently looking for community volunteers who are aged 18+ for our Family Room at Caroline’s Corner in Hemby Children’s Hospital. To become a Family Room volunteer, you must first meet the following criteria: 

1. Contact Avery to let her know you are interested in volunteering!
2. Attend a Hospital Programs Information Session
3. Complete a Hospital Programs Application
4. Complete and pass a background check 
5. Complete hospital volunteer onboarding (will receive hospital partner onboarding information from RMHC)
6. Complete one volunteer shadow shift at the Family Room (3 hours total) 

*Please note that this volunteer opportunity is at our local Charlotte hospitals. You will not report to the RMHC House after your training shifts, you will report directly to the hospital you are volunteering at on your assigned shift. 

Questions? Contact Avery Fansler, Hospital Programs Manager.

RMHC of GC is currently looking for community volunteers who are aged 18+ to help stock and push the Happy Wheels carts. To become a Happy Wheels volunteer, you must first meet the following criteria: 

1. Contact Avery to let her know you are interested in volunteering!
2. Attend a Hospital Programs Information Session
3. Complete a Hospital Programs Application
4. Complete and pass a background check 
5. Complete hospital onboarding training (will receive training information from RMHC)
6. Complete two volunteer shadow shifts with the Hospitality Cart (Length of shift varies based on hospital location)

*Please note that this volunteer opportunity is at our local Charlotte hospitals. You will not report to the RMHC House after your training shifts, you will report directly to the hospital you are volunteering at on your assigned shift. 

Questions? Contact Avery Fansler, Hospital Programs Manager.

A limited number of spaces are available for certified dogs to come and visit with guest families at the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Charlotte. We are currently accepting applications for a variety of pets, rabbits, dogs, cats, birds, etc.

​Click here to see all of our pet therapy guidelines and expectations.

Please contact Leslie Teiro, Director of Volunteer & Family Programs, for questions and to learn more.

Our photography volunteers capture magical moments with our families, staff, donors, and at our events. If you are interested, please fill out the interest form below. If you have questions, please contact Kristin Young.

Click here to fill out the interest form.

Connect with a vibrant network of young professionals (ages 21–39) who are passionate about making a difference and championing the mission of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Charlotte!

Members directly support RMHC guest families through hands-on volunteer activities and community service. They contribute annual dues of $50.00 to help sustain our programs. In addition to volunteering, members represent RMHC of GC in the community, while also enjoying opportunities to connect through happy hours, socials, and fundraising initiatives to benefit families with sick children.

Learn more here.

Contact Darrell McGill, Corporate Relations Manager, with questions.

2026/2027 Teen Volunteer Board Application Process NOW CLOSED!

If you have any questions, please contact either Michelle or Hunter.

The Teen Volunteer Board is a leadership program for high school juniors and seniors who are passionate about serving their community and supporting the mission of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Charlotte. Board members have the opportunity to develop leadership, teamwork, and service skills while helping advance programs and initiatives that support families with hospitalized children. Through volunteerism, collaboration, and community engagement, students gain meaningful experience while making a positive impact in the lives of others.

Due to liability, parents must sign up as contact person for their child.​

Students who are 17 and under that are interested in offsite volunteer opportunities can view those below or in the Groups section.

OFF SITE OPPORTUNITIES

• Gift Card Collection
• Host a Wish List Drive
• Stock Our “Pack A Smile” Snack Cart
• Assemble Toiletry Kits
• Assemble Baby Bags
• Assemble Busy Bags
• Assemble Mom To Be Bags
• Assemble Wellness Kits
• Assemble Craft Kits
• Pop Tab Collecting
• Make Door Decor for Families’ Rooms
• Make Encouragement Cards for Families

If interested in learning more, please email Michelle Salazar with questions.

Due to liability, parents must sign up as contact person for their child.​

Dinner Crews (4:00pm-7:00pm)

• Every Night, 365 days a year
• Maximum Number of Volunteers: 6
• Schedule: 4:00pm-7:00pm | Arrive at 4:00pm, Prep/Cook at 4:00pm-5:30pm, Serve at 5:30pm-6:30pm, Pack leftovers and clean up at 6:30pm-7:00pm.
• Number to feed: 35-40 (GVM will continue to update 1-2 weeks in advance) 
• What to make? THREE OPTIONS:
  • Cook & Serve: Plan a menu, purchase your ingredients, and then use our fully equipped kitchen to prepare and serve dinner. Our guest families would appreciate some vegetarian options as part of dinner, please.
  • Buy & Serve: You may buy premade or prepackaged food from a grocery store/restaurant/caterer, such as rotisserie chickens, lasagnas, deli meat, and prep and serve here. No food made at home please.
  • Order Delivery: If you’re pinched for time or cooking is just not your thing, you may cater a meal and serve or just order delivery from a restaurant such as Domino’s. We appreciate you providing the meal in any way possible.
• Dinner suggestions from families: BBQ Sliders, Enchiladas, Stir Fry, Pot Roast, Kebabs/Skewers, Meatloaf, Soup & Grilled Cheese, Stuffed Peppers, Jambalaya, Chili, Hot Dogs, Burrito Bar
• Need more ideas? CLICK HERE to see “what’s cooking” at RMHC chapters all over the world!

CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellations hurt our families! We ask for at least 2 weeks’ notice for cancellations, but no less than 4 days to allow us time to make alternative arrangements without disrupting operations. If you need to cancel, we encourage teams to arrange food delivery. Contact Michelle Salazar.

AGE POLICY: Meal Team members must be at least 16 years old. There must be at least one adult (21 years or older) per group and that adult must serve as team leader and point of contact.

Breakfast Crews (8:00am-10:30am)

• Saturday & Sunday Only
• Maximum Number of Volunteers: 6
• Schedule: Schedule: Arrive at 8:00am, Prep/Cook at 8:00am-9:00am, Serve at 9:00am-10:00am, Pack leftovers and clean up at 10:00am-10:30am. NOTE: Our doors open at 8:00am. Please DO NOT arrive before 8:00am.
• Number to feed: 20-25
• What to make? THREE OPTIONS:
  • Cook & Serve: Plan a menu, purchase your ingredients, and then use the House’s fully equipped kitchen to prepare and serve breakfast.
  • Buy & Serve: You may purchase premade or prepackaged food from a grocery store/restaurant/caterer, and prep and serve here. No homemade food please.
  • Order Delivery: If you’re pinched for time or cooking is just not your thing, feel free to order breakfast items from a restaurant and have it delivered by 8:30am.

CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellations hurt our families! We ask for at least 2 weeks’ notice for cancellations, but no less than 4 days to allow us time to make alternative arrangements without disrupting operations. If you need to cancel, we encourage teams to arrange food delivery. Contact Michelle Salazar.

AGE POLICY: Meal Team members must be at least 16 years old. There must be at least one adult (21 years or older) per group and that adult must serve as team leader and point of contact.

Brunch Crews (10:00am-12:30pm)

• Wednesday Only
• Maximum Number of Volunteers: 6
• Schedule: Arrive at 10:00am, Prep/Cook at 10:00am-11:00am, Serve at 1100am-12:00pm, Pack leftovers and clean up at 12:00pm-12:30pm.
• Number to feed: 20-25 (GVM will continue to update 1-2 weeks in advance)
• What to make? THREE OPTIONS:
  • Cook & Serve: Plan a menu, purchase your ingredients, and then use the House’s fully equipped kitchen to prepare and serve brunch.
  • Buy & Serve: You may purchase premade or prepackaged or frozen food from a grocery store/restaurant/caterer, and prep and serve here. No food made at home please.
  • Order Delivery: If you’re pinched for time or cooking is just not your thing, feel free to order breakfast items from a restaurant and have it delivered by 8:30am.
• You may also cater brunch and serve.

CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellations hurt our families! We ask for at least 2 weeks’ notice for cancellations, but no less than 4 days to allow us time to make alternative arrangements without disrupting operations. If you need to cancel, we encourage teams to arrange food delivery. Contact Michelle Salazar.

AGE POLICY: Meal Team members must be at least 16 years old. There must be at least one adult (21 years or older) per group and that adult must serve as team leader and point of contact.

• Maximum Number of Volunteers: 4
• Sat-Sun: 1:00pm-3:00pm
• Mon-Fri (No Wednesday):  10:30am-12:30pm
• Number of cookies: 6-7 dozen
• Plan what you’ll bake, bring your ingredients and use our fully equipped kitchen to make the treats! Cookies do not need to be made from scratch. Feel free to use premade dough, boxed cookie mix, frozen cookie dough, but nothing made at home please. You’re welcome to make any kind of sweet treat such as cupcakes, brownies, etc.

CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellations hurt our families! We ask for at least 2 weeks’ notice for cancellations, but no less than 4 days to allow us time to make alternative arrangements without disrupting operations. If you need to cancel, we encourage teams to arrange food delivery. Contact Michelle Salazar.

AGE POLICY: Cookie Team members must be at least 14 years old. There must be at least one adult (21 years or older) per group and that adult must serve as team leader and point of contact.

Nourishing Families is a special program that provides freshly prepared meals for families at the Ronald McDonald Family Room at Caroline’s Corner inside Novant Health Hemby Children’s Hospital. At least twice each week, families can step away from the hospital room and enjoy a home-cooked meal made with care and compassion.

These meals are prepared by generous volunteers in our Ronald McDonald House kitchen, then delivered by our staff to the Family Room so families can take a break, recharge, and feel supported during a difficult time.

Click here for more information on meal donation and how to prepare a meal for our hospital families.

• Schedule (Mondays & Wednesdays):  5:30pm-7:00pm
• Maximum Number of Volunteers: 4
• For bingo, we provide the ball, cage, and cards while you bring the prizes. Our guest families love gift cards as prizes (Target/Chickfila/Amazon). We also have Jenga and several other board games if you would like to host a game night. For all other activities such as face painting, story time, music trivia, and arts & craft night, please bring all supplies. We have a limited supply of crayons, markers, glue sticks, scissors, etc. Thank you!

CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellations hurt our families! We ask for at least 2 weeks’ notice for cancellations, but no less than 4 days to allow us time to make alternative arrangements without disrupting operations. If you need to cancel, contact Michelle Salazar.

AGE POLICY: Group members must be at least 14 years old. There must be at least one adult (21 years or older) per group and that adult must serve as team leader and point of contact.

• Stock Our “Pack A Smile” Snack Cart
• Pop Tab Collecting
• Assemble Toiletry Kits
• Assemble Baby Bags
• Assemble Wellness Kits
• Assemble Mom To Be Bags
• Assemble Busy Bags
• Assemble Craft Kits
• Make Door Decor
• Make Encouragement Cards
• Host Your Own Fundraiser

The activities listed above can be completed offsite and donations can be dropped off at our House 7 days a week between 8 am – 8 pm. If you would like more information, to confirm your offsite volunteer activity, or would like to request a speaker, please contact Hunter Hughes.