Meals from the Heart

Cook with heart. Connect with purpose.

Looking for a meaningful corporate volunteering opportunity in Brisbane or a rewarding team building activity that gives back?

Meals from the Heart is a volunteer cooking program that invites your group into the heart of Ronald McDonald House Charities South East Queensland to support families with ill or injured children.

When a child is in hospital, everyday moments like sitting down to a meal are no longer simple. Our Meals from the Heart Program helps restore a sense of comfort by offering fresh, home-cooked food prepared by generous volunteer groups like yours.

This is more than just a way to cook for charity in Brisbane, it’s a hands-on experience where you’ll prepare meals or baked goods, connect as a team, and create meaningful change for up to 130 people in one session.

Why join Meals from the Heart?

  • Make a difference for families facing hospital stays far from home
  • Strengthen bonds with your team through a shared, meaningful experience
  • Enjoy a fully guided experience, with ingredients and menu planning handled by our in-house chef
  • Receive recognition for your contribution, including team photos and certificates
  • Perfect for businesses, community groups, and social clubs
  • Available at both our South Brisbane and Herston locations
  • Suitable for groups of 5-10 people

Explore which Meals from the Heart session is the best fit for your group

Make a Meal

This early afternoon session invites your team into our kitchen to cook and serve a warm, home‑style dinner for our families. After a long day, these meals provide comfort and nourishment, giving families a welcoming dinner while your team makes a meaningful, hands‑on difference.

When:
Tuesdays – South Brisbane House
Wednesdays – Herston House

Cost:
$1000 + GST per group (5–10 people)

Includes:
All ingredients, chef-led support, kitchen use, team photo and recognition

2pm – Arrival, House tour & safety induction

2.30pm – Cooking begins

5pm – Serve meal (Tuesdays only)

6pm-7pm – Pack, clean up, team photo & certificate presentation

Baking a Difference

This morning session invites your team into our kitchen to bake comforting treats, such as muffins and cookies, which are shared with families throughout the week. Whether it’s a child grabbing a snack before treatment or a parent taking a moment for themselves, your baking brings relief and joy.

When:
Thursdays – Herston House
Fridays – South Brisbane House

Cost:
$500 + GST per group (5–10 people)

Includes:
All ingredients, chef guidance, kitchen use, team photo and recognition

9am – Arrival, House tour & safety induction

9.30am – Baking begins

12.30pm – Pack & clean up

1pm – Team photo & certificate presentation

Please reach out to fundraising.seq@rmhc.org.au.

If you’d like to discuss availability, group sizes, or tailoring the experience to your organisation, we’d be delighted to help.

Make a difference for families and children

Parents don’t know when their children will need critical medical assistance, but we believe that they should know they can always access the care they need. With your help, we can support families throughout their journey, providing and resources and care that make a difference.

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