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In exchange for the free pancakes, diners are asked to donate to the Children's Miracle Network" and other local charities.
IHOP says all the money raised in the Bay Area will benefit the Children's Hospital and Research Center Oakland.
Nationwide, the company hopes to raise $1 million.
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