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title: "Joy in Every Cup! Dunkin’® Iced Coffee Day Returns on June 20 to Raise Funds for Local Children’s Hospitals"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/37b84e44-8209-422a-899a-c5d007824768
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20240619_joy_in_every_cup_dunkin_iced_coffee_day_returns_on_june_20_to_raise_funds_f.html
category: "Coffee & tea"
industry: "Restaurants"
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published: 2024-06-19T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T18:42:41.254Z
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# Joy in Every Cup! Dunkin’® Iced Coffee Day Returns on June 20 to Raise Funds for Local Children’s Hospitals

**TL;DR:** Dunkin' is hosting its annual Iced Coffee Day on June 20 to raise funds for local children's hospitals through the Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation. The event has raised over $3.5 million in the last two years, funding grants for child life programming at hospitals nationwide.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2024-06-19. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20240619_joy_in_every_cup_dunkin_iced_coffee_day_returns_on_june_20_to_raise_funds_f.html).*

## Story

To celebrate Dunkin’ Iced Coffee Day, the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation is hosting a series of special “Painting with Joy” events in partnership with hospitals across the country. These events aim to bring joy to patients and their families through art therapy while raising awareness of Dunkin’s annual Iced Coffee Day fundraiser. Events will take place in various locations within hospitals, including Joyful Spaces, where applicable, providing kids of all ages the opportunity to paint their favorite Dunkin’ donut or showcase their creativity on a paint-by-number canvas.

For nearly two decades, the Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation has been working to bring the simple joys of childhood to kids battling hunger or illness. With 100 percent of funds raised on Dunkin’ Iced Coffee Day going towards grants for programming at local children’s hospitals nationwide, the money raised in each community will help hospitals expand their positive impact, bolstered by the Foundation's support.

“Dunkin’ and the Joy in Childhood Foundation are once again calling on America to sip Iced Coffee for a great cause! As millions of children nationwide fight illnesses that no child should endure, we’re deeply honored to bring a bit of joy to them and their loving families,” said Victor Carvalho, Dunkin’ Franchisee and Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation. “Dunkin’s franchisees are dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

We want our guests to know that every iced coffee order on June 20 will go a long way in bringing smiles and comfort to kids and families who need it most.”

Over the last two years, Dunkin’ Iced Coffee Day has raised over $3.5 million for the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation, which has awarded nearly 200 grants to local children’s hospitals nationwide. These grants funded year-round child life programming that ranges from art, music and gaming to more integrated therapy programs, including support for facility dogs through the Foundation’s Dogs for Joy program.

These programs provide joyful experiences and environments for patients and their families. Funds also support interactive play and learning equipment, adaptive equipment for kids with mobility issues, everyday essential kits for patients, wall murals, celebratory events for patient milestones, staffing of child life specialists and more.

In addition to these heartwarming efforts, Dunkin’ is dropping a fun accessory for iced coffee lovers: a limited-edition iced coffee-inspired iPhone case designed to mimic the drink, complete with floating “ice cubes.” Starting 12 p.m. ET on Thursday, June 20, customers can visit ShopDunkin online to grab their own for just $15. The best part – all proceeds will be donated to the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation.

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- Restaurants (sector)
- Dunkin' Brands (company)
- charity event (topic)
- Spaces (company)
- fundraiser (topic)
- children's hospitals (topic)
- iced coffee day (topic)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20240619_joy_in_every_cup_dunkin_iced_coffee_day_returns_on_june_20_to_raise_funds_f.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/37b84e44-8209-422a-899a-c5d007824768).