Press Releases

Dunkin’ Connecting Joy brings joy to pediatric patients around the country by funding gaming experiences at local hospitals BOSTON, MA (September 8, 2021) – When children are battling a serious illness like cancer, a little joy can go a long way and that’s why Dunkin’ is shining gold this September for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.… Continue Reading Dunkin’ Shines Gold for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month with More Than $2 Million in Grants and New Dunkin’ Connecting Joy Gaming Progra

New funding brings total Foundation grants to battle hunger during COVID-19 pandemic to $2.25 million CANTON, Mass (August 27, 2020) – The Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation today announced the activation of an additional $1 million in emergency hunger relief grants in response to the unprecedented need to combat hunger and food insecurity. This latest round of… Continue Reading Dunkin’ Foundation Provides Another $1 Million in Emergency Funding to Alleviate Hunger

New Dunkin’ inspired plush dog toys from BARK will be available starting next week at participating Dunkin’ restaurants nationwide when guests make a donation to the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation CANTON, Mass (July 29, 2020) – Dunkin’ four-legged fans have something to celebrate – they can finally enjoy their own special Dunkin’ treats –… Continue Reading Dogs Can Now Run on Dunkin’ Too: Dunkin’ and BARK Introduce New Dog Toys for a Cause

The virtual program kicks off on August 1; Dunkin’ fans across the country can get active, set a mileage goal and fundraise for a good cause CANTON, Mass (July 21, 2020) – At a time when many people are seeking fun, new ways to stay in touch with friends and family and stay active, the Dunkin’… Continue Reading Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation Announces First-Ever Dunkin’ JOY Run to Support Health and Hunger Relief for Children

The “Hero Recharge” program will feature outdoor adventure retreats and respite for frontline coronavirus response workers. CANTON, Mass (May 5, 2020) – The Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation and First Descents today announced that applications are now open for participation in the “Hero Recharge” program, a first-of-its-kind outdoor adventure program designed to help nurses and other healthcare professionals cope… Continue Reading Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation and First Descents Launch First-of-its-Kind Program Supporting Healthcare Professionals with Traumatic Stress from COVID-19

Health and Hunger Relief Organizations Invited to Apply for Emergency Grants to Aid Efforts in the Wake of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic CANTON, Mass (March 19, 2020) – The Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation is activating $1.25 million in emergency funding to support health and hunger relief organizations on the frontlines of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) response.… Continue Reading Dunkin’ Foundation Activates $1.25 million in Emergency Funding for Coronavirus (COVID-19) Response

1,200 Dunkin’ franchisees and crew members and Dunkin’ Brands employees team up to volunteer in more than 85 events over the course of the week, supporting food banks and pantries around the country CANTON, Mass (March 9, 2020) – The Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation is celebrating its annual Week of Joy with over 85 volunteer events around the… Continue Reading Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation Celebrates its Annual Week of Joy to Help Fight Childhood Hunger

Funding will support programs that provide the simple joys of childhood to kids battling hunger or illness CANTON, Mass (November 15, 2019) – Today is National Philanthropy Day, and this year the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation will make the day extra sweet with a total of $1.75 million in grants to nonprofit organizations that bring… Continue Reading The Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation® Makes National Philanthropy Day Extra Joyful for Kids by Providing $1.75 Million in Grants to 150 Organizations Across the Country

Funds raised will benefit the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation to send kids with cancer to 10 camps across the country CANTON, MA (August 27, 2019) – Today, Dunkin’ announces a partnership with Waze to support the golden goal of raising up to $100,000 in September for the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation and send kids with cancer to… Continue Reading Dunkin’ Partners With Waze by Going Gold to Raise Awareness and Funds During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

July 22, 2019 BOSTON, Mass. (July 22, 2019) –  For children battling illnesses, the “dog days of summer” just got a little brighter thanks to the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation’s Dogs for Joy program. Starting this July, the $2M grant program will provide 11 trained in-residence service dogs to nine premiere pediatric hospitals nationwide, bringing joy… Continue Reading The Dog Days of Summer Get A Little Brighter: The Joy In Childhood Foundation’s Dogs For Joy Program Grants In-Residence Service Dogs to Nine U.S. Pediatric Hospitals