Each year, Doc Burnstein’s joins with Make-A-Wish Tri-Counties setting big goals to raise money for granting wishes to local children with life-threatening illnesses. The wishes instill a sense of hope and anticipation during a difficult time for sick children and their loved ones.
This year, Doc Burnstein’s partnered with Make-A-Wish Tri-Counties and local wish kid, Simon, to make his original concoction, “Plasma Swirl Crunch” a mixture of Cake Batter Ice Cream, Nerdsä candy and a swirl of blueberries. This flavor is a nod to his favorite cinematic series, “Star Wars” and is truly a tasty treat!
On August 31st, Doc’s will push to complete their goal of raising five wishes this year. Simon himself, will come to their Arroyo Grande Parlor to share in the excitement from 4 pm to 6pm.
Each wish granted costs approximately $5000; in 2018 Doc’s matched and exceeded the past year’s record, raising $20,000 and granting an incredible FOUR wishes! The money is raised several ways:
- Individual donations at the register in all stores
- Their website : docburnsteins.com
- $0.25 per scoop sold of Simon’s “Plasma Swirl Crunch”
- Employee and shareholder donations
Doc Burnstein’s founder, Greg Steinberger, emphasizes the importance of giving back to the community and creating experiences for their Make-A-Wish kids. “Having something to look forward to in the face of a serious life-threatening illness can make an enormous impact on that child and his or her family.”
Doc Burnstein’s is well-known for supporting the community with ‘Fun’draiser Nights, Blood Drives and staff scholarships. As a registered Benefit Corp. and owned by the community, Doc Burnstein’s is committed to bringing more than just smiles with each new location.
Steinberger hopes to bring the community-focused business model nation-wide and become the most beloved ice cream across America.