Children's Miracle Network

• Provide support to families with children who have a variety of healthcare needs
• Fund medical equipment and programs that benefit children
• Broaden awareness about the specialty care available for children at Gundersen Lutheran

Children's Miracle Network has more than 170 hospitals throughout the United States and Canada that all share the same mission — to treat the whole child and provide care regardless of the family's ability to pay. Hospitals associated with Children's Miracle network, like Gundersen Lutheran, care for all children with any medical problem. 

Upcoming events...

• Turn everyday shopping into everyday miracles
• August 20 – Pampered Chef Fundraiser
• August 31 – Boutique to You

Read more about these events and many more...

Did you know?

• Children's Miracle Network is celebrating 25 years of service in our community.
• Gundersen Lutheran is proud to be one of only 170 designated Children's Miracle Network hospitals in the country.
• 100% of donated funds are directed to children no matter the illness or where they receive their healthcare.
• Children's Miracle Network serves families living in northeastern Iowa, southeastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin.

Wyatt Peterson of Holmen is like many other kids his age. He loves swimming, playing baseball and riding his tricycle. But, unlike most 4-year-olds, Wyatt doesn’t have feeling in his legs. He was born with spina bifida, meaning the bones in his spinal cord didn’t fully form. His condition has required multiple surgeries—the first at Gundersen Lutheran when he was only 7 hours old—and ongoing doctor’s visits and therapy sessions. Through it all, Children’s Miracle Network® has been there for the Peterson family. Along with meal vouchers, Children’s Miracle Network helped the Petersons purchase Wyatt’s adaptive hand tricycle and a mobile stander that helps him move more quickly. Despite everything he’s been through, Wyatt remains happy and easy going, charming everyone he meets.

Ambassadors for Children’s Hospitals
“Champions presented by Walmart and Sam’s Club” is a program that honors remarkable children who have triumphed despite severe medical challenges. Wyatt Peterson has been honored as has Gundersen Lutheran. Learn more...