Children's Miracle Network Hospitals

Children's Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH) is a non-profit organization based in the United States. The organization raises funds for children's hospitals, medical research, and community awareness of children's health issues. The network has 170 member hospitals that provide 32 million treatments each year to kids across the U.S. and Canada.

History

Children's Miracle Network Hospitals was established in 1983 by Marie Osmond, her family, and John Schneider. They recognized the need to support children's hospitals and decided to start a telethon. The first telethon raised nearly $4.7 million for 22 children's hospitals.

Fundraising

The organization raises funds through various programs and events, including the annual Miracle Network Dance Marathon, Extra Life, a 24-hour gaming marathon, and various corporate fundraising partners. The funds raised are used to support research and training, purchase equipment, and pay for uncompensated care.

Member Hospitals

The network includes 170 member hospitals across the U.S. and Canada. These hospitals treat children with all types of afflictions including cancer, pediatric AIDS, muscular dystrophy, sickle cell anemia, birth defects, and injuries from accidents.

Impact

Since its inception, Children's Miracle Network Hospitals has raised more than $7 billion, most of which is donated a dollar or two at a time. The organization ensures that every dollar raised stays local, meaning the funds go directly to the member hospital that raised them.

See Also

• List of children's hospitals
• Healthcare in the United States
• Healthcare in Canada