Dunkin’ Brings Back Iced Coffee Day to Support Children’s Charities

The coffee giant is donating $1 from every iced coffee and cold brew sale on May 27 to support children struggling with hunger or illness.

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Dunkin’ Brings Back Iced Coffee Day to Support Children’s Charities

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Dunkin' is bringing back its Iced Coffee Day on May 27, where $1 from every iced coffee and cold brew sale will be donated to the Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation to support children struggling with hunger or illness. The annual tradition has generated over $2 million in 2025 to support various programs and grants.

Dunkin’ is bringing purpose to pouring iced coffee with the return of Dunkin’ Iced Coffee Day on Wednesday, May 27. For one day only, guests can support a greater cause with their coffee order, as $1 from every iced coffee and cold brew sold at participating locations nationwide will be donated to the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation, whose mission is to bring joy to kids battling hunger or illness.

On the heels of the unofficial start of summer – the quintessential season for iced coffee – Dunkin’ is once again transforming a daily ritual into a meaningful moment. From bold brews to sweet sips topped with Cold Foam, every iced coffee order on Dunkin’ Iced Coffee Day delivers more than just refreshment. Now in its fifth year, the annual tradition continues to serve as a powerful way to give back, helping support children and families in local communities nationwide.

The funds raised on Dunkin’ Iced Coffee Day benefit pediatric health and hunger relief organizations aligned with the Foundation’s mission to bring joy to kids when and where it’s needed most.

“What starts as part of your daily routine can quickly become something meaningful on Dunkin’ Iced Coffee Day,” said Victor Carvalho, Dunkin’ Franchisee and Joy in Childhood Foundation Board Co-Chairman. “When you stop in for your coffee, you’re helping us turn everyday moments into joyful opportunities to uplift children and families in the communities we serve.”

In 2025, Dunkin’ Iced Coffee Day generated over $2 million to support its Signature Program Grants, Dogs for Joy, Dunkin’ Prom, Dunkin’ Connecting Joy and Dunkin’ Joyful Space, as well as its Regional Grants.

Dunkin’ Iced Coffee Day brings together guests, franchisees, and communities to make a meaningful

impact in neighborhoods nationwide.

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This story was originally published by Ben Coley in QSR Magazine on May 18, 2026. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.

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