Branson Bowling and the 2026 CMN Radiothon Raises over $81,000 for Local kids
The smooth, memorable sounds of heavy balls and the thwacking of pins mixed nicely with the background music and the joyous chatter amongst guests at the 2026 Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Radiothon event held at Branson Bowling. Now, on its third year, the CMN Fundraiser proved once again that charitable giving, helping children in need, and having a little fun can be successful. To help raise more funds for CMN Radiothon, Branson Bowling hosted a two-day event that offered 100% donations of all concession sales, free bowling and free shoe rentals encouraging those present to make a donation to The CMN in return. Although donations were'n’t required, most in attendance were charitable and giving, adding to the success of the radiothon/bowling event.
There was fun to be had with all the bowlers and large groups that came to show support for local CMN kids as well as bond with the Branson community. Local, Branson Radio stations were also an integral part of the success of this three-years strong event, including Legends 106.3 (KRZK) that was on-site at Branson Bowling for both days of the event. Many bowlers/donors were featured On-Air as friendly interviews were conducted throughout each day; the little kids’ responses were some of the best making many listeners awe and chuckle.
The event had a successful outpouring of giving by the local community and visitors to Branson through the Legends 106.3 and Branson Bowling’s websitesas well as many phone in donations to the stations designated lines. This year’s total amount of giving during the event: $81,776. making the three-year total for $243,700. On behalf of Branson Bowling, Legends 106.3, and The CMN Ambassadors, please accept a Huge Thank You to all of the individual and corporate donors that helped go above-and-beyond with helping children in need in the Branson community.
The Children’s Miracle Network continues to focus on helping children with illnesses and injuries. In fact, their new campaign features former CMN recipient and world renowned actor/comedian, Adam Devine. When Devine was 11, he was severely injured after being hit by a concrete truck. Several years and 25+ surgeries later, Devine is now an advocate to help CMN’s new pledge to raise One-Billion dollars to help kids. “The Health For All Kids Impact Pledge” is a bold goal. In a CMN article titled: Children’s Miracle Network Sets Bold $1 Billion Fundraising Goal to Advance Children’s Healthcare in Local Communities, Devine speaks of his personal commitments to the CMN goals; he says: “I know what it’s like to spend years of your childhood in a hospital and my partnership with Children’s Miracle Network is deeply personal,” said Devine. “Since I had such a positive recovery experience in the hospital, I personally understand that we need to do more, so hospitals can do more, because kids deserve more.” (CMN.org)
“…I personally understand that we need to do more, so hospitals can do more, because kids deserve more.”
—-A. Devine
Doing more is something all people should strive for in these trying times. It’s the feelings of community support and helping others that drives those to donate their time and funds. It is essential to help the younger generations survive and prosper. Helping this generation along the way can help us all thrive with more connectivity and fulfillment while truly making our communities grow while aiding children in their struggles.
Remember, there are still opportunities to donate to the CMN through the CMN and radio sites listed above as well as on Branson Bowling’s Donate page. Again, Branson Bowling and The Children’s Miracle Network Thank You for the time and thoughtful gifts with helping these precious souls live better, more fulfilling lives.