Some of Children's Miracle Network’s “coolest” fundraising programs come from Dairy Queen. In Canada, Dairy Queen’s owners, operators and staff pull together to make miracles happen, raising over $11.5 million since 1984. They are proud of their commitment to supporting local children’s hospitals and this translates into impressive results in their fundraising campaigns year over year. Dairy Queen’s growth in Canada has been steady and progressive; in 2008, they raised an impressive $1.9 million through their various fundraising campaigns throughout their extensive network of stores across the country. Their signature event, Miracle Treat Day, encourages the support of many communities who work together for local kids who may, someday, require the care they can only receive at a children’s hospital. On this special day in August, proceeds from the sale of their popular Blizzard® treats will be donated to Children's Miracle Network hospitals. They have even incorporated the use of the Internet to pre-sell Blizzards® to businesses in cities and towns across Canada. With the help of member hospital foundations, Dairy Queen conducts Blizzard® drops, does TV and Radio interviews and they host other events to promote the event and enlist the support of Canadians. But their support doesn’t stop there. Throughout the year, Dairy Queen employees sell paper balloons, host in-store events and collect coins all with the intent to raise funds and awareness for Children's Miracle Network and its member hospitals. This year will be a very special year as it will mark their 25th anniversary of supporting Children's Miracle Network hospitals in North America. Special events and new fundraising initiatives, like a round program in their stores, will be executed to help make 2009 their most successful year yet.