Mars Family Foundation

05/18/2026

Mars Family Foundation is proud to be a sponsor of an upcoming Community Bed Build through Sleep in Heavenly Peace on June 13th in Racine, Wisconsin.

If you would like to join our founder, Sean Mars, in volunteering your time and skills at this event, we invite you to register at the link below.

Instantly see availabilities and sign up today!

05/13/2026

That’s a wrap on another incredible Miracle Marathon for Children's Wisconsin, presented by Mars Family Foundation!

Thank you to everyone who tuned in and supported Children’s life-saving care and vital community programs.

With your support, we raised more than $1,016,000 to provide hope and healing for kids and families across Wisconsin — and beyond.

From meeting patient families and care providers, to participating in special surprises for brave kids, to learning about the many ways Children’s makes an impact, we walked away inspired and energized to keep doing more for kids.

05/08/2026

Today is the second day of the 28th annual WKLH Miracle Marathon, presented by Mars Family Foundation, benefiting Children's Wisconsin!

Tune in to 96.5 WKLH or wklh.com to hear powerful stories of hope and healing. We invite you to hear our founder Sean Mars speak at 6:35 this morning!

Please call 414-337-WKLH (9554) to make a donation to the live phone bank.

Each day the Mars Family Foundation and Charity EZ – our free fundraising software for non-profits – will be TRIPLING donations during a special hour of the event broadcast.

We are proud to partner with Children’s Wisconsin to fuel whole‑child care beyond insurance limits, advance lifesaving pediatric research and provide the flexible resources needed to act without delay.

Learn more: support.childrenswi.org/miraclemarathon2026

05/07/2026

We invite you to listen to a message from our founder Sean Mars and help us support the amazing work being done Children's Wisconsin!

05/07/2026

We invite you to TUNE IN NOW!

The WKLH Miracle Marathon, presented by Mars Family Foundation, is here!

Did you know more than 30 LIVE stories are broadcast during the two-day radiothon?

Our very own founder, Sean Mars, is sharing his volunteer experience and passion for supporting Children's Wisconsin tomorrow morning at 6:35 a.m.

Tune in to 96.5 WKLH or wklh.com to hear Sean and learn how Children’s Wisconsin is making a difference in our community thanks to the support of people like you.

Learn more: support.childrenswi.org/miraclemarathon2026

05/04/2026

Have you heard the news? IT’S ALMOST TIME FOR THE 28th ANNUAL MIRACLE MARATHON!

We invite you to join us as we help raise funds for Children's Wisconsin this Thursday and Friday!

Did you know that every dollar raised through the 28th annual WKLH Miracle Marathon, presented by Mars Family Foundation, supports programs and services that help Children’s Wisconsin be a hospital and more?

Donations fuel groundbreaking research, therapeutic arts and music therapy, and nation‑leading mental health care.

Mars Family Foundation is proud to be presenting sponsor for a fourth year in a row and we hope you’ll tune in May 7–8.

04/21/2026

At Mars Family Foundation, we have the privilege of witnessing our founder’s deep passion for serving others come to life in meaningful ways every single day, and it’s that same passion that extends far beyond our work.

One example is reflected in the volunteer spotlight shared by Children’s Hospital, highlighting the volunteer efforts Sean so generously gives his time and heart to. We invite you to take a moment to read more and catch a glimpse of the heart for others that truly drives both him and our organization.

We couldn’t be more proud of our founder and the many ways he continues to show up, give back, and make a lasting difference in the lives of others.

12/01/2025

What an honor to play a small part in helping these young stars shine.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to support this stage purchase and to help create a space where children of all abilities can share their gifts. The joy, courage, and creativity of both staff and students at Bloom360 Learning Community are a gift to all of us.

🎭 Mars Family Foundation Makes Center Stage Magical! 🌟

Thanks to the generosity of the Mars Family Foundation and Bloom360's very own Learner, Avery's advocacy, our Bloom360 Learners recently performed on their brand-new portable stage—and they shined! From theater performances to upcoming holiday musical showcases, this stage gives every Learner a chance to be seen, heard, and celebrated—just like their peers in traditional schools.

Music and theater are central to our Learners' growth, helping them build confidence, communication, and collaboration skills. We can't wait to see even more magic at our holiday performances! ✨

11/12/2025

Mars Family Foundation firmly believes that kids deserve the best - 💙 - especially those kids who are facing health challenges.

That's why we are proud to partner with the Children's Wisconsin Foundation to support every aspect of children’s health and well-being, including programs that bring comfort, creativity, and calm to hospital stays.

Recently, we helped the Child Life and Creative Arts Therapies team check a few special items off their wish list:

🎮 Game carts and video games – bringing fun and normalcy to children staying in the hospital (our founder, Sean Mars, loves playing with the kids… even when they win!☺️)

🖨️ 3D printing supplies – fueling creativity and hands-on learning for patients

🎵 Digital stethoscopes – capturing heartbeats to help music therapists create lasting keepsakes for families

We’re honored to help make the hospital a little brighter for kids and families at Children’s Wisconsin. This holiday season, you can, too!

If you would like to help spread joy to patients at Children's Wisconsin, we invite you to:
* Make a gift to Child Life or purchase an item from their wish list: https://childrenswi.org/family-resources/patients-visitors/child-life
* or visit the Children's Wisconsin Foundation website to discover other ways you can make a difference: https://giving.childrenswi.org/

Thank you for helping us bring smiles to the most deserving of faces.

10/01/2025

It was an honor and a delight to host these wonderful families. We are so grateful for all that our partners Make-A-Wish Wisconsin and Marcus Performing Arts Center do to support and lift up others.

Last night, our wonderful friends at the Marcus Performing Arts Center hosted Make-A-Wish families for the production of "Mrs. Doubtfire," followed by a cast party. Thank you to all of the cast and crew and the MPAC staff for an outstanding evening. And special thanks to the Mars Family Foundation for sponsoring our partnership with the MPAC.