Mission: The mission of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mid-Missouri is to provide a home away from home that serves and sustains families of children being treated at area hospitals and health-related facilities. We strive to establish the highest standard of quality, service, support and facilities to positively impact the health and well-being of children and their families. Friends of K.I.D.S., Inc. was established in 1981 by representatives of Neo-Fight, Candlelighters and local McDonald's Owner/Operators to pursue the opening of a Ronald McDonald House in Columbia. After a fundraising drive, Columbia's Ronald McDonald House opened on May 21, 1983 at the corner of Stadium and Monk Drive. (Less)

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mid-Missouri is a 501(c)(3) organization, with an IRS ruling year of 1983, and donations are tax-deductible.