Kids like Clay remind us how important children s services are in our communities, said CMN director Donna Crebs. Without public support, these specialized facilities might not be available to work miracles for so many kids. Children s Miracle Network is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping children by raising funds and awareness for affiliated children s hospitals throughout North America. CMN has been operating in central Illinois for 15 years. All of the money raised through various venues, including an annual telethon remains local.
Funds pay for healthcare programs that benefit children throughout central Illinois.
Locally, these programs help nearly 50,000 children every year. In addition to the Independent Order of Foresters, other sponsorships for Champions Across America include Marriott Hotels, Disney World, and Delta Airlines. In Clay s case, Southwest Airlines is the airline sponsor.