$45+ Million
total raised
1983
year joined
$1.9+ Million
2021 total
37Years
of partnership with CMN
Helping kids create wonderful memories
Dairy Queen is on a mission to create positive memories for everyone who touches DQ. That’s why they give back to the communities where they live, work and do business. Helping children who are sick means changing their future.
Good memories in the making
Dairy Queen supports causes that are close to their heart. They believe in giving back to their communities and making good memories.
Coming together for kids
Dairy Queen’s employees are passionate about getting involved. By coming together to help sick children, they’re proud to be making a difference.
Impacting local children’s hospitals
Dairy Queen is serious about helping children’s hospitals. Every dollar donated by their fans or franchisees stays in the community to support local children’s hospitals.
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About Dairy Queen
Dairy Queen® (DQ®) franchisees, employees and crew members have been focused on creating positive memories for all who touch DQ for over 75 years. Unlike any other quick-service brand, DQ food and treats hold a special place in the hearts of fans of all ages, from all around the globe.
Since 1984, the Dairy Queen® system throughout North America has raised over $135 million to support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® (CMNH) (U.S.) and Children’s Miracle Network® Member Hospitals (CMN) (Canada). Every dollar contributed to CMNH/CMN by a fan and franchisee stays in the community to support a local children’s hospital.