Ronald McDonald House Charities of Corpus Christi has a new name, expanded mission The nonprofit has officially united with the Rio Grande Valley branch to become the Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Texas. Author: Bill Churchwell Updated: 10:32 PM CDT July 26, 2021 CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Corpus Christi has a new name. The big announcement was made Monday afternoon after the non-profit officially united with the Rio Grande Valley branch to become, 'Ronald McDonald House Charities South Texas'. "It was really an opportunity for both of us, organizations by unifying to be stronger and for a stronger reach," said Michelle Horine, who is the CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Texas.