Atlanta Ronald McDonald

Atlanta, GA · Founded 1977

Supports families with hospitalized children through housing, family rooms, and mobile healthcare services in Atlanta

Primary audience
Families with children
Work area
Healthcare support
Topic
Pediatric health access
Contact
Tracey B Atwater
Website Contact

About Organization

Atlanta Ronald McDonald House transforms pediatric healthcare access for families with ill, injured, or recovering children through a network of houses, family rooms, and care mobiles. Based in Atlanta, GA, the organization reported $30.0 million in revenue for 2024, employing 58 staff members and engaging over 13,000 volunteers. Founded in 1977, it provides essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing during critical healthcare moments.

What They Focus On

Family Support Services

Provides housing, meals, and emotional support for families with children receiving medical treatment in Atlanta hospitals

Healthcare Access

Removes barriers to pediatric care through mobile health services and strategic partnerships with medical facilities

Community Engagement

Mobilizes thousands of volunteers and donors to strengthen support networks for families facing healthcare crises

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$30.0M

-9.2% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$8.6M

+20.9% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$111.9M

+35.8% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

58

+5.5% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $30,046,456 $8,587,489 $111,918,942 58
2023 $33,091,043 $7,103,410 $82,409,545 55
2022 $18,304,940 $6,626,247 $55,493,978 51
2020 $7,226,647 $5,363,633 $42,160,310 44
2019 $5,632,704 $5,654,065 $40,158,602 45
2018 $6,265,233 $5,337,847 $40,040,972 46

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Family Referral

    Healthcare providers identify families needing support and refer them to Ronald McDonald House services

  • 02

    Housing Coordination

    Staff arrange safe, comfortable accommodations near hospitals for families with hospitalized children

  • 03

    Support Services

    Volunteers and staff provide meals, transportation, emotional support, and community resources to families

  • 04

    Healing Environment

    Families access family rooms and care mobiles to reduce stress and focus on their child's recovery

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Atlanta Ronald McDonald

Ronald McDonald House

Provides temporary housing for families with children receiving medical treatment at nearby hospitals

Family Room Program

Offers respite spaces within hospitals where families can rest, eat, and recharge during treatment

Care Mobile Services

Delivers mobile healthcare access and resources directly to families in underserved communities

Adopt-A-Room Program

Enables donors to sponsor guest rooms providing comfort and stability for families during hospital stays

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Atlanta Ronald McDonald.

Tracey B Atwater

Tracey B Atwater

Real Estate Agent, Beacham & Company
Full-time
Compensation: $326,041
Retired- CHRO

Retired- CHRO

Retired- CHRO, Carter’s, Inc.
KA

Kimberly A Cunningham

Chief Operating Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $228,333
MV

Marissa V Grieder

Sr Director Of Philanthropy
Full-time
Compensation: $177,842
MM

Mary M Howell

Director Of Finance
Full-time
Compensation: $158,962
JH

Justin H Littlefield

Sr Director Of Operations
Full-time
Compensation: $150,938
LF

Lisa F Kennedy

Sr Director Of Strategic Partnerships
Full-time
Compensation: $136,458
AL

April L Clark

Director Of Innovative Family Programs And Service
Full-time
Compensation: $105,371

Milestones

1977

Organization Founded

1977

Atlanta Ronald McDonald House established to support families with hospitalized children

2022

Revenue Growth Surge

2022

Organization revenue increased from $7.2 million in 2020 to $18.3 million in 2022

2023

Peak Revenue Year

2023

Achieved highest annual revenue of $33.1 million, expanding services and volunteer engagement

2024

Volunteer Network Expansion

2024

Engaged over 13,000 volunteers supporting families through healthcare challenges

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AG
Anthony Greenwood Jr Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BJ
Baron Jordan Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BF
Brian Fuller Vice Chair 2.50 hrs/week
BW
Brian Waldman Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CB
Caroline Bielan Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CM
Christopher Marinac Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CN
Cindy Nofi Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CS
Cory Stewart Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CB
Cromwell Baun Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
GL
George Lott Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
HS
Helen S Carlos Chair 2.50 hrs/week
JB
James Bria Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JC
John Christian Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JS
John Strom Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
LP
Lindsey Pierce Treasurer 2.50 hrs/week
LM
Luke Muller Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MR
Marietta Rodriguez Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MM
Michael McCool Secretary 2.50 hrs/week
MP
Muriel Powell Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
PB
Pat Belinski Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RM
Rachel Mitchell Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RK
Raje Kantamneni Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RH
Rena Holland Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SH
Sam Hosokawa Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SM
Sandy Mencher Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SS
Steve Simmons Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
VD
Vivian De Jesus Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
WW
Wyatt Whaley Board Member 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$1.4M

Highest Paid

$347K

Tracey B Atwater

Compensated Officers

7

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Tracey B Atwater President & CEO $326,041 $20,874 $346,915 40
Kimberly A Cunningham Chief Operating Officer $228,333 $29,191 $257,524 40
Marissa V Grieder SR Director Of Philanthropy $177,842 $19,528 $197,370 40
Mary M Howell Director Of Finance $158,962 $13,479 $172,441 40
Justin H Littlefield SR Director Of Operations $150,938 $13,270 $164,208 40
Lisa F Kennedy SR Director Of Strategic Partnerships $136,458 $15,593 $152,051 40
April L Clark Director Of Innovative Family Programs And Service $105,371 $12,101 $117,472 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

COVID-19 PPP Loans

Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Fully Forgiven

Total Approved

$372K

Total Forgiven

$374K

101% forgiven

Jobs Retained

40

Loan Details 1 loan

$372,100
Forgiven
Forgiven: $374,265 100%
Approved Apr 11, 2020
Lender Truist Bank
Jobs Reported 40
Forgiven On Feb 12, 2021

Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$694K Grants Received
11 Organizations

Top Funders

11 total
AO
American Online Giving Foundation Inc.
$187K
AE
American Endowment Foundation
$174K
NC
Natl Christian Charitable Fdn Inc.
$106K
FI
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund
$79K
SH
Second Helpings Atlanta Inc.
$37K
PP
Players Philanthropy Fund Inc.
$34K
AC
Atlanta Charity Clays Inc.
$20K
NH
Northside Hospital Inc.
$20K
CA
Charities Aid Foundation America
$17K
TC
The Chicago Community Trust
$15K
+1 more funders
American Online Giving Foundation Inc. American Endowment Foundation Natl Christian Charitable Fdn Inc. Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Second Helpings Atlanta Inc. Players Philanthropy Fund Inc. Atlanta Charity Clays Inc. Northside Hospital Inc. Charities Aid Foundation America The Chicago Community Trust Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc.
American Online Giving Foundation Inc. American Endowment Foundation Natl Christian Charitable Fdn Inc. Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Second Helpings Atlanta Inc. Players Philanthropy Fund Inc. Atlanta Charity Clays Inc. Northside Hospital Inc. Charities Aid Foundation America The Chicago Community Trust Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc.

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
1 Registrations
1 Client
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 1 total

Ronald Mcdonald House Of Charleston
1 filing
Self

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

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Phone

(404) 315-1133

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795 Gatewood Road NE Atlanta, GA 30329