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Ronald Mcdonald House of Dallas Inc

EIN 75-1609401 · Dallas, TX

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong100 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Our mission is to provide essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing when children need healthcare. We support the health and well-being of seriously ill or injured children receiving treatment in the Dallas area by providing them and their families a home-away-from-home at no cost. In an effort to reduce stress, keep the family intact, and enhance the lives of the families in residence, the House allows families to re-establish some sort of a normal routine and also provides them with the opportunity to share their concerns with others, who are in a similar situation and can truly understand what they are experiencing.

Income
$4.2 million
Spending
$3.8 million
Spent on programs
80%
Reserves
19.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 92%
Employees
61
Volunteers
3,500
Highest pay
$265,296, ceo

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 100 out of 100.

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 19.6 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 4% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 8% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 16% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    80% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 15 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100.

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    27 of 27 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (1)
  1. $3.1 million spent. Ronald McDonald House of Dallas (RMHD)was established in 1981 as Dallas' only temporary home-away-from-home for families with seriously ill or injured children receiving essential medical care and has served 45,000 families over the years.With approximately 78,000 square feet, the House offers 89 rooms comprised of 77 bedrooms, 6 extended-stay suites, and 6 transplant apartments. The House also provides multiple playrooms for kids of all ages and interests, a library, media room, craft room, chapel, meditation garden, laundry rooms, fitness center, and outdoor play areas, including a splash pad. A large communal kitchen, with an open dining room, and a family kitchen provide opportunities for families to share meals prepared by themselves or by dedicated community volunteers, three times a day.RMHD depends on the compassionate generosity of over five thousand volunteers and donors annually to embolden its mission. Volunteers support RMHD's annual operations and fundraising activities by providing transportation to and from the hospitals, operating the front desk, preparing and serving meals, volunteering at the Trains of NorthPark and other events, as well as hosting numerous organized activities. In 2024, approximately 3,924 unduplicated volunteers and 2,000 donors joined RMHD in its important work. The Family Room at Scottish Rite for Children in Frisco serviced 1007 individuals. An additional 2,251 children and their families were servied at Cook Children's Medical Center Prosper, Medical City Frisco, and Texas Health Frisco through our hospitality cart and bag programs. In 2024, 1,384 familes were served with a total of 27,628 nights and increase of 16% from 2023. The average length of stay was 15 nights up from 12 nights for a total occupancy rate of 85%. Approximately 75% of our families traveled from within Texas, 21% from out of state, and 4% internationally. 41 states and 13 countries were served. Three meals a day continued to be served the entire year, totalling 49,316 plates. Children were treated at 23 different hospitals and treatment facilities. Since opening its doors, the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas has served more than 45,000 families. Families are never asked to contribute towards their stay. However, families are always welcome to donate if they choose to do so. The cost per night to house a family is approximately $180 - a cost largely covered by individual and corporate donors, community organizations, and special events. RMHD was unable to serve 181 families due to high occupancy in 2024 and is exploring the possibility of expansion.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 10, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since March 1979.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 7, 2026.

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