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 2025 Miracle Gala raised a record-setting $240,000 to make miracles happen for local children who need medical care. Give now to create miracles or join us at our next Miracle Gala in spring 2026. Tickets sales open in early 2026.
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 1st, 2026
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 Hospitals Radiothon
Hear from families helped by Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals 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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