The non-profit organization made up of leaders in the dairy
industry who raise funds to help others is now seeking businesses and
individuals to join in them in their cause. Dairy Cares of Wisconsin is holding
its ninth annual Garden Party in De Pere on July 27, which benefits Children's
Hospital of Wisconsin.
Businesses and individuals have the opportunity to
participate in an evening of friendship and philanthropy.
Over the past eight years, the group has gifted a combined
total of more than $1 million to the Milwaukee-based medical system that
provides health care services to some of the most critically ill children.
While the bulk of these funds have been raised by Wisconsin dairy farmers and
dairy industry partners, the participation and support of any interested
organizations or individuals is welcome.
"Every sponsor, every donor, plays a key role in
supporting these children and their families," says Jim Ostrom, dairyman
and co-founder of Dairy Cares. "We can all make a difference in their
lives."
Last year, Children's Hospital named its new simulation lab
in honor of Dairy Cares for the group's ongoing support.