Our San Diego Giving Back Raffle has ended. Raffle winners will be announced on August 14!

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Greatest Needs

We frequently update our list of our greatest needs to reflect what is most in demand at the House. Please check back often to see how you can make a direct impact for our families.

Snacks and To-Go Items

Some families may miss our scheduled meal times and need a snack to tide them over. These snacks and breakfast items help them maintain their strength for whatever the day may bring.

Welcome Bags

Every family that checks in to a room at San Diego’s Ronald McDonald House receives a Welcome Bag. Please see our list of items needed for the Welcome Bags – thank you for your help!

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Day Visitor Bags

For families not staying with us, our day visitor bags provide them with the comforts of home while they stay near their child’s side.

Clothing (all ages and sizes)

  • Leggings
  • Socks
  • Underwear
  • Shorts
  • Flip flops
  • T-shirts

Personal Care

  • Hand and body lotion
  • Hair ties and headbands
  • Hair dryers and flat irons
  • Lip balm
  • Deodorant- men’s and women’s
  • Menstruation products

Baby/Infant

  • Diapers, salve, and baby wipes
  • Baby shampoo
  • Baby lotion
  • Infant clothing
  • Baby teethers

Fun and Games

  • Basketballs
  • Red bouncy balls
  • Crossword puzzle/word search books
  • Little Tikes sets
  • Toddler board books and card games
  • Electronics
  • Current G and PG rated movies
  • Handheld electronic games
  • iPods, Kindles, and Tablets
  • Universal remotes

Gift Cards

  • Amazon
  • Babies R Us and Toys R Us
  • Home Depot
  • Game Stop
  • Grocery stores
  • Kohl’s
  • Marshalls
  • Target
  • Walmart

Family Outings

  • Movies passes or gift cards
  • Zoo/Safari Park tickets
  • Sea World passes
  • Legoland tickets
  • Bowling passes
  • Boomer’s gift certificates
  • Harbor cruise tickets
  • Rueben H. Fleet Center Theater Tickets

Restaurant and Food

  • Gift cards for local restaurants and eateries
  • Gift cards for coffee/tea, smoothies