Foundation Programs & Events
Our philanthropic events throughout the year allow generous donors like you to support our mission and change lives.
The power of philanthropy
Our philanthropic events bring communities together to support patients, advance research, train tomorrow's caregivers and fund Gundersen's world-class care.
Children's Miracle Network Hospitals® Miracle Gala
Donations to our 2024 Miracle Gala raised a record-setting $188,000 to make miracles happen for local children who need medical care. Give now to create miracles or join us at the upcoming Miracle Gala on April 11, 2025 at the Cargill Room, La Crosse. Tickets sales open in early 2025.
Drive for Hope
Our annual Sue Eber Memorial Drive for Hope Golf Tournament raises philanthropic support “fore” lung cancer research and patient support programs at Gundersen. The 4-person-scramble tournament includes green fees, cart, lunch, gifts and hole prizes, plus a celebration when your team reaches the 19th hole at the La Crosse Country Club. Drive for Hope will return on June 2nd, 2025. Give now to support local lung cancer research and patient support programs.
Steppin' Out in Pink
Each September, our community comes together to celebrate breast cancer survivors and remember those we’ve lost to breast cancer at Steppin’ Out in Pink. In 2024, walkers raised over $443,000 to:
- Support local research to find answers
- Purchase diagnostic instruments to detect breast cancer sooner
- Provide financial assistance to patients receiving breast cancer treatment
You can give now or walk with us at the 20th annual Steppin’ Out in Pink on Sept. 13, 2025, in downtown La Crosse.
CMN Hospitals Radiothon
Hear from families helped by Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals when you tune in to Radiothon on Oct. 10-11, 2024. Broadcasted live from our Clinic in La Crosse with our radio partners at Mid-West Family La Crosse, we hope their stories of courage will inspire you to help other kids facing medical battles. Give now or tune in to Z93, 95.7 The Rock and KQ98.
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