Circle K and Reay’s Raise Millions for Children’s’ Charities

Circle K’s campaign benefits 30 Children’s Miracle Network hospitals across 14 states; Reay’s annual golf tournament raises $1.05 million for Arizona’s Children Association.

May 23, 2014

SALT LAKE CITY — Midwest and Great Lakes Circle K convenience store employees asked customers to Put Their Money Where The Miracles Are this spring, raising a total of $1,357,138.59 in donations for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals®, a charity that raises funds and awareness for 170 children’s hospitals. This year’s campaign increased more than $123,000 over last year’s total of $1,234,286.

Participating Circle K convenience stores collected donations by selling Miracle Balloon icons for $1, or larger balloons for a $3, $5 or $10 donation. The 22-day campaign took place in 1,173 locations and will benefit 30 children’s hospitals.

“Our goal each year is to set a new record; and so far, our trend of record-breaking campaigns continues,” said Mark Novak, Director of Human Resources, Circle K. “The energy and commitment our store teams put into the 3 week campaign is extraordinary. Every year, our associates and customers alike share stories with us about how they or their families or friends have been personally impacted by a CMN hospital. That personal connection makes all the difference in the world.”

Circle K has been a partner of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals since 2000, raising more than $8 million for children’s hospitals.

In related news, Reay’s Ranch Investors, owners of Super Stop and Minit Market convenience stores in Southern Arizona, held its 6th annual golf tournament on April 25 and raised more than $66,000. In six short years the golf tournaments have raised more than $324,000 for Arizona's Children Association, totaling more than $1.05 million.

“With the awesome support of our customers, vendors and employees we’re thrilled that AzCA can continue their mission of Protecting Children, Empowering Youth and Strengthening Families throughout Arizona,” said Richard Couch, COO of Reay’s.

Arizona’s Children Association, founded in 1912 as Arizona Children’s Home Association, cares for homeless, neglected and dependent children. The agency provides services to more than 42,000 children and families in all 15 Arizona counties each year.

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