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Celebrating Community: Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation Awards $150,000 Grant to Police Athletic League of Philadelphia

The Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation, with funding from Philadelphia Dunkin’ franchisee Sonny Ho, proudly awarded a $150,000 grant to the Police Athletic League (PAL) of Philadelphia—an incredible boost to…

Finding Joy in the Journey: How Dunkin’ Joy Supports Kids with Cancer

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month – a time to honor the resilience of children fighting cancer, to support their families, and to shine a light on the organizations working…

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Dunkin’ x BARK Toys Are Back – And They’re Brewing Up Joy! 🐾☕🍩

Dogs everywhere, rejoice! The Dunkin’ x BARK toy collection is back for 2025, and it’s serving up squeaks, crinkles, and fluff in every sip and bite. Even better? Every toy…

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Joy in Action: Dunkin’ Brightens Spirits at Hasbro Children’s Hospital

Thanks to a recent grant from the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation, the Family Room at Hasbro Children’s Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island has been completely refreshed, transforming it into…

Dunkin’ of Northeastern Pennsylvania – Go Joe Program

On Wednesday, July 23, Dunkin’ of Northeastern Pennsylvania hosted its 16th annual St. Joseph’s Center Iced Coffee Day fundraiser, following the national Dunkin’ Iced Coffee Day that happened throughout the country…

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Mission Moment: Northwell’s first staff dog brings healing to Cohen Children’s Medical Center

On their way to the bus stop one morning in early 2025, Beth Doughten noticed her 6-year-old son, Blake, seemed unsteady on his feet, stumbling a few times. Her energetic…

A Cup of Joy, A Nation of Impact: Thank You for Making Iced Coffee Day 2025 a Huge Success

On June 18, something incredible happened across Dunkin’ restaurants nationwide. Guests lined up, franchisees and crews hustled with heart, and together, we turned millions of simple cups of iced coffee…

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Mission Moment: One Mission

One Mission in Westborough, MA – a $20,000 Foundation grantee last year – has the tall task of finding ways to improve the lives of families affected by pediatric cancer. One…

Celebrating 11 Years of Making a Difference: Good Citizens Month 2025

This April, the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation marked a special milestone — the 11th year of Good Citizens Month. Thanks to the passion, generosity, and heart of our Dunkin’…

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Powered by Joy: A Message from the Director of the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation

By Mollie Collum Director, Joy in Childhood Foundation Our Purpose When people ask what we do at the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation, I tell them it’s simple: We bring…