Most Aussies would be able to recall a memory from McDonald’s during their lifetime.
Whether it’s collecting Happy Meal toys, having a birthday party – complete with ice-cream cake – at one of the fast-food chain’s restaurants, a drive-through dash on the way home from holidays, or indulging in a Big Mac after a night out, the golden arches unlock core memories for many.
And if that hasn’t stirred up the nostalgia for you, care to remember sitting by Ronald McDonald on the bench or on the cheeseburger chairs?
What about nabbing your very own Grimace or Hamburglar toy – some of which are worth serious cash these days?
Something that will also go down in history is the commitment by McDonald’s Australia to making a difference by helping to raise vital funds to support families with children who are ill or injured through its Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC).
Since launching in 1991, McHappy Day has raised in excess of $79 million for RMHC, helping to support more than 69,000 families every year.
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These McHappy Day ambassadors brought the star power!
Ricki-Lee Coulter (2024)
After signing on to be a McHappy Day ambassador last year, the Australian Idol host, 40, revealed she had “worked with [Ronald McDonald House Charities] for 20 years”.
Amy Shark (2023)
“If more people knew about what this charity does, I think the whole world would be an ambassador,” the Aussie singer, 39, shared of working with RMHC.
Eva Mendes (2022)
As the virtual ambassador in 2020, the actress, 51, was “incredibly honoured to once again partner with McDonald’s” for the fundraising event two years later.
Eva Longoria (2021)
The star, 50, couldn’t make it Down Under because of the pandemic but said it was “so inspirational” to speak to families with seriously ill children via Zoom.
Katie Holmes (2019)
“It was inspiring to see firsthand how the charity is supporting seriously ill or injured children,” the 46-year-old star said during her stint as Australia’s McHappy Day ambassador.
Naomi Watts (2018)
“It’s a charity that’s been close to my heart, for obvious reasons, having grown up in Australia,” the actress, 57, gushed after heading home to support the non-profit.
You can do your bit by purchasing limited-edition McHappy Day merch, buying a Big Mac on McHappy Day on November 15 or visiting mchappyday.org.au/donate to make a contribution.
