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.
CMN Miracle Gala
Our annual Children’s Miracle Network® (CMN) Miracle Gala raises funds to help make miracles happen for local children needing medical care. The 2026 event raised a record $324,000. You can help create more miracles by donating today or by attending next year's Miracle Gala. Ticket sales will begin in early 2027.
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 1, 2026, and registration is now open.
Steppin' Out in Pink
Each September, our community comes together at Steppin’ Out in Pink to celebrate breast cancer survivors and remember those we’ve lost to breast cancer. In 2025, walkers raised more than $510,000 to:
- Support local breast cancer research
- Purchase diagnostic instruments to detect breast cancer sooner
- Provide support to patients receiving breast cancer treatment
You can give now or walk with us at the 21st annual Steppin’ Out in Pink on Sept. 12, 2026, at Riverside Park in downtown La Crosse.
CMN Radiothon
Hear from families helped by Children’s Miracle Network when you tune in annually to our Radiothon in October. Broadcast live from Emplify Health by Gundersen in La Crosse alongside our radio partners at Mid-West Family La Crosse, you’ll hear inspiring stories about courage and how community support has changed lives for local kids with complex medical journeys. This year’s Radiothon raised more than $150,000. Tune in Oct. 8-9, 2026, with local radio stations Z93, 95.7 The Rock and KQ98, or by streaming it live on aroundrivercity.com.
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