It all started with a little girl in Orange, Texas.
Extra Life is a fundraising program of Children’s Miracle Network®. The Extra Life community fundraises year-round for local children's hospitals to fund critical life-saving treatments and healthcare services, along with innovative research, vital pediatric medical equipment, and child life services.
Since its inception in 2008, Extra Life has raised over $145 million USD. Right now, children's hospitals need YOUR support.
Extra Life’s Inception
Becomes a CMN Program
Extra Lifers raise $1 million USD For The Kids
Broadcasting platforms help increase fundraising & awareness
Community grows to over 100,000 heroes
Extra Lifers raise over $145 million USD since inception

For more than 40 years, Children’s Miracle Network® has been a symbol of hope, elevating possibilities for every child in need of care. As the leading charity impacting children’s health, we unite people, partners, and programs to raise urgently needed funds for children’s hospitals across the U.S. and Canada.
Wherever you see our iconic balloon, you’ll find donors, corporate partners and fundraising programs joining forces to help hospitals meet their most critical needs, from life-saving treatments and advanced equipment to innovative research and family support. Every dollar raised supports the local children’s hospital, bringing brighter futures within reach for all kids.