What kind of causes does DQ® support at the corporate level?

American Dairy Queen Corporation and our employees invest in charitable partners that touch a wide range of critical issues, including children’s health, youth mentorship, youth leadership and career training, hunger relief, and inclusion for people with disabilities. At the corporate level, ADQ supports our nationwide partnership with Children’s Miracle Network® and partners with several local nonprofits, all aligned to our mission of supporting youth and families so they can reach their full potential. Visit our Corporate Giving page to learn more about the organizations we support.

How does DQ® give back in my community?

Most DQ® restaurants raise funds for Children’s Miracle Network®, supporting kids in your community who receive care through your local hospital. Many DQ® restaurants also support the community in other ways, like donating to local organizations and sponsoring youth sports teams. Visit our Franchisee Giving page to learn more.

Will DQ® donate to my cause or organization?

American Dairy Queen Corporation donates to Children’s Miracle Network® and offers product grants through the DQ® Cares Product Grant Program. Because the majority of DQ® restaurants throughout the United States and Canada are independently owned and operated franchises, you may wish to contact your local store owners who may be able to help you with your request. Visit our Store Locator to find your nearest DQ® location.

How can I help make a difference at my local DQ® restaurant?

Visit your local participating DQ® restaurant on Miracle Treat Day® and throughout the year for opportunities to support kids in your community. Visit our Franchisee Giving page to see all the ways you can make a difference.

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Giving Back

At DQ^®, we believe in giving back to the communities in which we live, work and do business.

Franchisee Giving

At DQ®, our franchisees make a difference in their communities.

In fact, the DQ® system has raised more than $195 million for local hospitals throughout our 42-year partnership with Children’s Miracle Network®. Every dollar raised at local DQ® restaurants helps kids in the local community who receive care through Children’s Miracle Network®.

Franchisees also partner in other ways to benefit their community. From sponsoring youth sports teams to donating Dilly® Bars to local nonprofits, DQ® restaurants give back to support our neighbors and local communities.

Franchisee Giving

DQ Employees volunteering at Second Harvest Heartland

Corporate Giving

Since the first DQ® restaurant opened in 1940, giving back has been at the center of everything we do.

At the corporate level, American Dairy Queen Corporation supports our nationwide partnership with Children’s Miracle Network^® and partners with several local nonprofits, all aligned to our mission of supporting youth and families so they can reach their full potential.

Corporate giving through the DQ^® Cares program includes grants to our nonprofit partners, employee volunteerism, employee giving and product donations to eligible organizations in the Minneapolis and St. Paul area in Minnesota.

Corporate Giving

FAQs

American Dairy Queen Corporation and our employees invest in charitable partners that touch a wide range of critical issues, including children’s health, youth mentorship, youth leadership and career training, hunger relief, and inclusion for people with disabilities. At the corporate level, ADQ supports our nationwide partnership with Children’s Miracle Network^® and partners with several local nonprofits, all aligned to our mission of supporting youth and families so they can reach their full potential. Visit our Corporate Giving page to learn more about the organizations we support.
American Dairy Queen Corporation donates to Children’s Miracle Network^® and offers product grants through the DQ^® Cares Product Grant Program. Because the majority of DQ^® restaurants throughout the United States and Canada are independently owned and operated franchises, you may wish to contact your local store owners who may be able to help you with your request. Visit our Store Locator to find your nearest DQ^® location.