SEPTEMBER - CHILDREN'S ONCOLOGY SERVICES
Children's Oncology Services, Inc. (COSI) believes that a diagnosis of cancer should not prevent a child from experiencing the simple joys of childhood. Founded in 1978 by Dr. Edward Baum, a pediatric oncologist at Children’s Memorial Hospital in Chicago, COSI continues to be volunteer-driven, relying on more than 350 volunteers (including many former campers) to plan and operate a wide portfolio of camping, recreational and educational programs for children and adolescents diagnosed with cancer. From the popular two-week Summer Camp, which now serves nearly 300 children, to skiing excursions and education programs, COSI is a leader in providing empowering and fun experiences to young people facing cancer.
AUGUST 26 TO 29 - SCOTT'S MENU
DMK is partnering with Crispin Cider Company to support Scott, a 20-year old diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia earlier this year. From Thursday to Sunday, DMK will feature a menu of items prepared with various Crispin products. Each item sold will benefit A Special Wish Foundation and Scott's wish to attend a Bulls or Blackhawks game in a suite with family and friends. Click here to view the menu.
AUGUST - A SPECIAL WISH FOUNDATION
One of the first wish-granting organizations in the United Stated, A Special Wish is an organization dedicated to granting wishes of children from birth to age 21 in the Chicagoland area with life threatening conditions.
JULY - SHARE OUR STRENGTH
Nearly 17 million - almost one in four - children in America go to bed hungry. Share Our Strength and its network of community groups, activists and food programs, works to surround children facing hunger with nutritious food where they live, learn & play.
MAY + JUNE - MAKE A WISH FOUNDATION
DMK sponsored a very specal 15-year-old Chicago area resident named Vanessa. In December, 2008, Vanessa was diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia (or, ALL). When asked to dream BIG, Vanessa wished for a trip to Italy, where she can see all the sites with her mom, dad and older brother. DMK proudly gave $5,000 to help fulfill her beautiful wish. We love you Vanessa!
APRIL - CHILDREN'S MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Children's Memorial Hospital is the region's top provider of pediatric specialty care, dedicated to the health and well-being of all children and inspired by the courage of children & families. CMH's vision can provide a brighter future for all children.
MARCH - CHICAGO HEALTHY SCHOOLS CAMPAIGN
Healthy Schools Campaign mission is to advocate for policies and practices that allow all students, teachers and staff to learn and work in a healthy school environment. HSC is a leading voice for people who care about our environment, our children & education.
FEBRUARY - INSPIRATION CORPORATION
The Inspiration Corporation and its affiliates helps homeless and low-income individuals to succeed in the workplace and gain skills to increase self-sufficiency. Career services include employment preparation training, food service training, tuition subsidies, job placement and more.
JANUARY - GREATER CHICAGO FOOD DEPOSITORY
Chicago's food bank, providing food for the hungry & striving to end hunger in our community. Through its network of 650 pantries, soup kitchens and shelters, GCFD touches 678,000 adults and children in Cook County every year.
JANUARY - HAITI RELIEF, AMERICAN RED CROSS
On January 12, a series of earthquakes with magnitudes ranging from 6.5 to 7.3 devastated Haiti. We're so proud to have done our small part for our neighbors to the south.
