Next week, MU Health Care and the Children’s Miracle Network are teaming up with Zimmer Communications, Multipli Credit Union and other local businesses to help mid-Missouri kids receive the care they need to be kids – and we need your help to make a difference.

Beginning Thursday, February 19, Zimmer radio stations will launch a two-day radiothon to support MU Health Care’s Children’s Hospital and ensure all kids have access to care designed specifically for their needs, including more than 30 pediatric specialties and programs like child life and music therapy.

Your support helps kids like Max, Mid-Missouri’s 2026 Children’s Miracle Network Champion Child. Max spent his first 97 days in the neonatal intensive care unit. Today, he’s a healthy, energetic 10-year-old thanks to the world-class team at MU Health Care. This radiothon helps ensure that more kids like Max receive the same exceptional care while staying close to home.

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the radiothon, and we’ve raised more than $4 million to date. Last year alone, our community contributed more than $456,000, nearly doubling the previous year’s total. I know we can make an even bigger impact in 2026.

The radiothon begins next Thursday, February 19, through Friday, February 20, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day on Y107, Clear 99, 94.3 KAT Country, 93.9 The Eagle and KWOS 950 AM/104.5 FM. During the event, you can contribute by calling 1-866-970 GIVE (4483) or texting MIRACLE to 34984.

You can also show your support today by visiting the Miracles for Kids page. Thank you for helping us save and improve lives – including those of our youngest patients.

— Mun