Chain of Hearts Campaign kicks off in February for CMN Hospitals

More than 120 credit unions across the state are gearing up for the 2012 Credit Union For Kids Chain of Hearts campaign in February.

This statewide fundraiser asks credit union members to buy paper links for $1 and paper heart icons for $5 to support the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals that treat Wisconsin children regardless of their families’ ability to pay.

It is Wisconsin credit unions’ largest fundraiser for the charity, raising much of the total that Wisconsin credit unions raise for CMN Hospitals annually. In 2011, Wisconsin credit unions raised more than a quarter million dollars to help kids receiving treatment through CMN Hospitals.

Chain of Hearts materials are sent automatically every January to credit unions that have been involved previously. To take part for the first time, order additional supplies, arrange for a hospital tour, or get additional information, contact your local hospital representative.

Miracle stories and inspiration about CMN Hospitals are available at www.childrensmiraclenetworkhospitals.org. Follow the charity on Twitter at @CMNHospitals and "like" the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/cmnhospitals.

For fundraisers other than the Chain of Hearts, find fundraising toolkits and supplies at www.cu4kids.org. Follow Credit Unions for Kids on Twitter at @CU4Kids and "like" the CUFK page on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CU4Kids.