Children's Miracle Network
For more than 40 years, Children’s Miracle Network® (CMN) has been a symbol of hope, elevating possibilities for every child in need of care. As the leading charity impacting children’s healthcare, CMN unites people, partners and programs to raise urgently needed funds for children’s hospitals across the U.S. and Canada.
About Children's Miracle Network Hospitals
Children’s Specialized Hospital is New Jersey’s only CMN Hospital. That means that wherever you see the iconic CMN balloon, you’ll find donors, corporate partners, and fundraising programs joining forces to help Children’s Specialized Hospital meet our most critical needs. From life-changing care and advanced equipment and technology to innovative research and family support, every dollar raised brings brighter futures within reach for all kids.
Learn more about our CMN Partners
CMN Champions
Meet Our 2026 CMN Champion
When John Ryan wasn’t reaching critical milestones at five-months-old, his parents knew something was wrong. Testing revealed a rare neurodevelopmental genetic disorder called GATAD2B (GAND). With fewer than 500 know cases worldwide, his parents had no clear answers for their path forward. When they arrived at CSH, John Ryan’s mom felt as if they could finally exhale.
Through intense physical and occupational therapy at CSH, John Ryan has made remarkable progress and is now doing things that were once thought impossible! Follow us on social media (@childrensspecnj) to be part of John Ryan’s journey as New Jersey’s 2026 Children’s Miracle Network Champion.
CMN Programs
Children’s Miracle Network’s programs raise critical funds for 170 member children’s hospitals, including Children’s Specialized Hospital. Large scale initiatives like Dance Marathon, Extra Life, Play Yellow, RE/MAX Miracle Agents, and Radiothons/Telethons, alongside various corporate partnerships and point-of-sale campaigns, aim at improving children’s health with flexible, unrestricted local funds.
