'Miracle Treat Day' Supports Local Pediatric Hospitals

Thursday, Aug. 11 will be “Miracle Treat Day” at local Dairy Queen Restaurants including the . Since 1984, Dairy Queen has raised over $86 million dollars for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals by donating $1 or more from each Blizzard treat sold on “Miracle Treat Day” to the Children’s Miracle Network Hospital program. Last year, this event raised $5.5 million dollars and DQ is hoping to make 2011 a record-breaking year.

Children’s Miracle Network raises funds for 170 pediatric hospitals across North America. Funds are used to support research and training, purchase equipment and pay for uncompensated care. Proceeds received through this program stay within the community where they are given and donors can be assured that every dollar donated is used to help local children.

The nearest local Children’s Miracle Network hospital is Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta has multiple services and locations in communities throughout the metro area to serve and care for our children. Donations made from our area will most likely benefit this local hospital system.