2023 Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation Impact Report: $16 Million Raised, 2.6 Million Kids Reached
2023 was a milestone year for Dunkin’ Joy
In 2023, the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation brought joy to over 2.6 million kids, raised a record $16 million, and expanded impact across 41 states.
2023 highlights at a glance
600 total Signature and Community grants awarded
$3.2M+ awarded to support food access for kids facing food insecurity
$550,000 donated to Feeding America
100+ Month of Joy events with 1,600 volunteers
$3M raised through Give Joy to Kids
Bringing joy to kids battling illness through Signature Impact Programs
The Foundation awarded $2.6 million through 32 Signature Impact Grants to help hospitals and health centers deliver joy to pediatric patients through programs like Dogs for Joy, Dunkin’ Prom, Dunkin’ Joyful Spaces, and Dunkin’ Connecting Joy.
Dogs for Joy
In 2023, the Foundation granted 9 additional Dogs for Joy, bringing the total to 44 facility dogs supporting pediatric patients and care teams.
Dunkin’ Prom
The Foundation funded 11 Dunkin’ Proms in 2023, creating milestone moments for teen patients who might otherwise miss them.
Dunkin’ Joyful Spaces
In 2023, the Foundation funded 8 additional Joyful Spaces grants, bringing the total number of Joyful Spaces to 14 locations designed to give kids and families a break from the traditional hospital environment.
Dunkin’ Connecting Joy
The Connecting Joy program awarded 4 grants to help hospitals build and maintain video gaming experiences for kids during treatment and recovery.
Fighting childhood hunger and supporting community health
In 2023, the Foundation awarded $3.2 million across 296 grants to hunger relief organizations, including $550,000 to Feeding America and partner food banks.
The Foundation also awarded close to $3.4 million through 255 grants to community health organizations, funding supports like art and music therapy, yoga, and adaptive equipment.
Thank you for fueling the mission
This progress is powered by Dunkin’ franchisees, employees, partners, and guests coming together to bring joy to kids who need it most, and to strengthen communities nationwide.
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