BUFFALO, NEW YORK – The Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation, the charitable foundation supported by Dunkin’, celebrated its “Month of Joy” in Western New York today with local Dunkin’ franchisees and crew members volunteering at FeedMore WNY.
During the event, volunteers supported the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation’s mission to provide the simple joys of childhood to kids battling hunger by sorting and packing nutritious food items to support local families, children and partner agencies throughout Western New York. Across the country, Dunkin’ franchisees and crew members will be volunteering at more than 60 food banks during the “Month of Joy” this April.
“The Joy in Childhood Foundation is proud to support local food banks, such as FeedMore WNY, that share our commitment to bringing joy to kids and helping them live healthier lives,” said Diane Timms, Business Consultant at Dunkin’.
Since launching in 2006, the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation has granted more than $40 million to hundreds of national and local charities across the country. To learn more, visit www.bringjoy.org.
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About Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation
The Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation, the charitable foundation supported by Dunkin’ and the generosity of its franchisees, guests, vendor partners and employees, provides the simple joys of childhood to kids battling hunger or illness. The Foundation partners with food banks, children’s hospitals, and nonprofit organizations to fund joyful environments and joyful experiences for kids when they need it most. Since 2006, the Joy in Childhood Foundation has granted more than $40 million to hundreds of national and local charities across the country. For more information, please visit www.bringjoy.org.
About FeedMore WNY
FeedMore WNY offers dignity, hope and a brighter future by providing nutritious food, friendship and skills training to its Western New York neighbors in need. Through its food bank distribution center and partner hunger-relief agencies, as well as its home-delivered meal program, other targeted feeding programs and RISE workforce development program, FeedMore WNY alleviates hunger and assists community members of all ages throughout Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie and Niagara counties. More information can be found at www.feedmorewny.org.