OpenPrivate program

Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation Dogs for Joy Grants

Joy in Childhood FoundationNo deadline listedUp to $150,000

Summary

Children's hospitals and general hospitals with pediatric departments near Dunkin' locations can get multi-year grants (up to $150,000) to add a full-time facility dog. The 2026 cycle is closed; check back in 2027.

About this grant

The Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation funds full-time facility dogs in children's hospitals through multi-year Dogs for Joy grants, typically $50,000 to $60,000 in year one and $15,000 to $25,000 in years two and three per dog. The 2026 application is closed and the foundation says to check back in 2027.

Who can apply

  • Nonprofits
  • State and local governments

Our reading of the listing: for-profit businesses are not eligible for this one.

Children's hospital, or general hospital with a dedicated pediatric department

Within geographic proximity to Dunkin' locations

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Health
  • Youth

Money can be used for

  • Operating support

Open opportunities funding similar work, from the same funder or in the same place.