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This resolution celebrates the 50th anniversary of Ronald McDonald House Charities, recognizing its significant contributions to supporting families with ill or injured children in Illinois. The resolution highlights the organization's impressive growth from its first house in Philadelphia in 1974 to a global network active in 62 countries, with particular focus on its Illinois-based programs in cities like Springfield, Peoria, and Chicago. It emphasizes the charity's substantial impact, including providing over 39,000 overnight stays for families, saving $736 million in lodging and meal expenses in 2023, and supporting nearly 15,400 children and families that year. The resolution commends the organization, its partners, employees, and volunteers for creating compassionate environments where families can find support and healing during challenging medical situations, and acknowledges the ongoing fundraising efforts of McDonald's and its customers in supporting these critical services. The document formally congratulates Ronald McDonald House Charities, expresses gratitude for their work, and wishes them continued success in their mission of supporting families during difficult times.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=191&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HR&SessionID=114&GA=104