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      The Green Family: Finding Strength and Comfort Together

      August 25, 2025
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      The Green Family: Finding Strength and Comfort Together

      August 25, 2025
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Caring for Families with Children Who Are Ill or Injured

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The Green Family: Finding Strength and Comfort Together

Every three weeks, sisters Sophia and Julia Green travel to Birmingham for blood transfusions to manage Thalassemia, a rare blood disorder.
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HOW WE HELP

Comfort, Care & Support

Families with critically ill children travel from all over Alabama and beyond for the world-class pediatric care found in Birmingham. They face many stressors along their journey, and the mission of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Alabama is to comfort, care and support them during this time.

Our commitment to caring for families and sick children is backed by research that shows supporting the entire family results in better outcomes for all.

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Private Bedrooms

Families are provided a private bedroom.

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Private Bathrooms

Each bedroom has a private bathroom.

Homecooked Meals

Our chef provides nutritious meals.

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Laundry Facilities

Three laundry rooms are within the House.

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Indoor/Outdoor Play

Areas to allow kids to be a kid in a safe space.

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Family Activities

A variety of family activities are provided.

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    Family Stories | Recent News

    The Green Family: Finding Strength and Comfort Together

    Posted onAugust 25, 2025August 25, 2025

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    Events | Recent News

    23rd Annual Heart of the House Gala raises a record-breaking amount to support RMHC of Alabama.

    Posted onAugust 11, 2025August 11, 2025

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    Arthur Triantos Finds Purpose Through Service

    Posted onJuly 22, 2025July 29, 2025

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We’re beyond thankful for each of you. You all were always friendly and welcoming. It takes special people with the right heart and mindset to help others in their time of need. We are forever grateful for you.

– The Giles & Jenkins Family

SPECIAL EVENTS

Join Us!​

RMHC of Alabama invites you to join us each year at our annual Red Shoe Run: Rockin’ 5K, RMHCA Golf Classic, and our Heart of the House Gala. Check out our event calendar for all the details including amazing community partners who also host events to support our mission.

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  • Benefit Day at Bendy’s Ice Cream

    August 28 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
    Join the RMHCA Junior Board on Thursday, August 28th at Bendy’s Ice cream in Vestavia Hills for a Giveback Night benefiting RMHCA. 10% of all sales go to RMHCA.
    View Event Benefit Day at Bendy’s Ice Cream
  • Kiwanis Club of Dothan Pancake Breakfast benefiting RMHC of Alabama!

    September 15 – September 18
    The famous $6 pancake breakfast is BACK September 15-21st, 2025!
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    Tuscaloosa Oktoberfest 5K – presented by Mercedes-Benz U.S. International 

    September 20 @ 8:00 am
    Lace up for a day of fun and purpose! Join the 5K or Kids’ 1K to support the American Cancer Society, and know…
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    Team RMHC at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon 2025 (Sold Out)

    October 12
    With Team RMHC, you make a difference with each mile you run and dollar you raise.
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  • Sweet Home Brews

    October 16 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
    Enjoy some of the best craft brews from around the Southeast, live music, a raffle and more!
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  • RMHC Leadership Gathering

    January 25, 2026 – January 29, 2026
    We’re thrilled to welcome RMHC Leadership to Birmingham, Alabama.
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Katherine Estes Billmeier

Katherine Estes Billmeier

President & CEO

Welcome to the RMHC of Alabama “family!”

To our guest families, my team and I look forward to helping you settle in to a comforting, caring home away from home while your child receives medical care. Whether you are a guest family or a supporter, my team and I are grateful to be part of your story.

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