GLENDALE, Calif., Feb. 28, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- One week from
today,IHOP ® Restaurants 12th annual day of giving, National Pancake Day, is scheduled to kick off –
and for one day only, the humble, delicious pancake will serve a much bigger purpose. As part of its celebration, IHOP has
partnered with three inspiring charities – Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, and
Shriners Hospitals for Children – with the goal of raising $3.5 million for finding cures and
eradicating life-threatening diseases affecting children and families everywhere.
On Tuesday, March 7, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. – with select locations
participating until 10:00 p.m. – guests can receive a free short stack* of the brand's
world-famous, freshly made buttermilk pancakes at IHOP Restaurants coast to coast. In return, guests are asked to help make a
difference by leaving a donation of any size on-check or in-restaurant with all funds going to the charity partners' local
hospital affiliate.
The most anticipated Breakfastarian event of the year, IHOP National Pancake Day is the brand's signature day of giving and
underscores its longstanding commitment to helping families create more moments together. This year, IHOP expects to serve a
record-breaking five million pancakes in a single day.
"IHOP and our franchisees are honored to partner with leading non-profit organizations like Children's Miracle Network
Hospitals, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, and Shriners Hospitals for Children for our National Pancake Day event and help
fight serious childhood illnesses," said Darren Rebelez, President, IHOP Restaurants. "Year after
year, we look forward to celebrating with our guests and fans, and are amazed by their generosity. Every pancake served on IHOP
National Pancake Day has a purpose, and every penny raised goes a long way in making a meaningful, and lasting, impact on so many
kids and families in our communities."
Since launching in 2006, IHOP National Pancake Day has become a pop-culture phenomenon with millions of guests and communities
helping IHOP and its franchisees raise $24 million to-date for youth health and wellness
organizations. All of the money raised on IHOP National Pancake Day stays local and directly helps children in need.
To further amplify IHOP National Pancake Day efforts, the brand has joined with leading global service organization, Kiwanis
International, and has inked an agreement that makes the non-profit the official volunteer partner for this year's event.
Thousands of Kiwanis Club and Key Club members, along with local hospital volunteers, are expected to turn out at IHOP
restaurants nationwide on event day to support fundraising efforts.
Now through March 7, guests visiting any IHOP restaurant in the U.S. can help reach the
ambitious $3.5 million goal by purchasing a "Wall Icon" to publicly pledge support or donate on
check. Select IHOP restaurants will be offering a discount coupon that can be used on a future visit with the purchase of a Wall
Icon.**
In addition to restaurants throughout the United States, IHOP restaurants in Mexico, Canada and the Philippines will
also celebrate National Pancake Day on March 7. For the fourth consecutive year, funds raised in Canada will benefit Children's Miracle Network. IHOP locations in Mexico will once again raise money
for Asociación Mexicana de Ayuda a Niños con Cáncer (AMANC). And,
funds raised by IHOP restaurants in the Philippines will benefit The Kythe Foundation.
For more information on IHOP National Pancake Day, including restaurant hours and charity support by restaurant, and please
visit www.ihoppancakeday.com.
*Guests can receive one free short stack of buttermilk pancakes at participating IHOP Restaurants nationwide on
Tuesday, March 7, 2017 (National Pancake Day) from 7a.m.-7p.m.; some
locations hours may vary. Please check with your local IHOP for exact hours of participation. Limit one offer per guest. Dine-in
only.
**Guests should check with their local IHOP Restaurant to see about qualifying Wall Icons that include a coupon for a
future visit.
ABOUT INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES, LLC
For 58 years, IHOP has been a leader, innovator and expert in all things breakfast, any time of day. The chain offers
65 different signature, fresh, made-to-order breakfast options, a wide selection of popular lunch and dinner items as well as
meals under 600 calories. IHOP restaurants offer guests an affordable, everyday dining experience with warm and friendly
service. Today, there are more than 1,700 IHOP restaurants worldwide, including locations in all 50 states and
the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam as well as Canada, Mexico, Guatemala,
the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, The
Philippines, and Panama. IHOP restaurants are franchised and operated by Glendale, Calif.-based DineEquity,
Inc. (NYSE: DIN) and its affiliates.
ABOUT CHILDREN'S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS
Children's Miracle Network Hospitals® raises funds and awareness for 170 member hospitals that provide 32
million treatments each year to kids across the U.S. and Canada. Donations stay local to fund
critical treatments and healthcare services, pediatric medical equipment and charitable care. Since 1983, Children's Miracle
Network Hospitals has raised more than $5 billion, most of it $1 at a
time through the charity's Miracle Balloon icon. Its various fundraising partners and programs
support the nonprofit's mission to save and improve the lives of as many children as possible. Find out why children's hospitals
need community support, identify your member hospital and learn how you can Put Your Money Where the Miracles Are, at CMNHospitals.org and facebook.com/CMNHospitals.
ABOUT SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN
Shriners Hospitals for Children is changing lives every day through innovative pediatric specialty care, world-class
research and outstanding medical education. Our 23 facilities, located in the United States,
Canada and Mexico, provide advanced care for children with
orthopedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate. Learn more at www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org.
ABOUT THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS) is the world's largest voluntary health agency
dedicated to blood cancer. The LLS mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and improve the quality of
life of patients and their families. LLS funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world, provides free information and
support services, and is the voice for all blood cancer patients seeking access to quality, affordable, coordinated care. Founded
in 1949 and headquartered in Rye Brook, NY, LLS has chapters throughout the United States and Canada. To learn more, visit www.LLS.org. Patients should contact the Information Resource Center at
(800) 955-4572, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET.
ABOUT KIWANIS INTERNATIONAL
Founded in 1915, Kiwanis International is a global organization of clubs and members dedicated to serving the children
of the world. Kiwanis and its family of clubs, including Circle K International for university students, Key Club for students
age 14–18, Builders Club for students age 11–14, K-Kids for students age 6–12 and Aktion Club for adults living with
disabilities, annually dedicate more than 18.5 million service hours to strengthen communities and serve children. The
Kiwanis International family comprises more than 702,000 adult and youth members in more than 79 countries and
geographic areas. Visit www.kiwanis.org for
more information.
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