
In Grateful Recognition

After nearly 16 years as President & CEO, Chuck Day is retiring in the fall of 2026. Guided by his vision, dedication, and compassion, San Diego's Ronald McDonald House has grown from 47 to 82 rooms, allowing hundreds more families each year to stay close to their hospitalized children.
Friends of the House have established the Charles E. Day Imagine the Moment Endowment Initiative, a special effort that strengthens the House's sustainability through Imagine the Moment.
Gifts made in Chuck's honor will continue Chuck's vision, and help ensure families with critically ill children will continue to find care, comfort, and community for generations to come.
Ways to Give
Donations can come in many forms, not just cash gifts! You can also give through:
• Donor Advised Fund | Federal tax ID number: 95-3251490
• Appreciated Securities
• Qualified Charitable Distribution from your IRA
• Vehicle Donation
• Mail a Check to the House | 2929 Children's Way SD, CA 92123
We’re here to help you explore options that best reflect your goals and values. Contact Katie Ward at (858) 598-2430 to discuss what works best for you.


The Power of your Gift
• Strengthens the endowment that sustains the House and its programs
• Celebrates Chuck’s leadership and the difference he has made for families
• Unlocks an equal contribution through the Fowler Family Challenge, amplifying your gift impact
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