Dunkin’ names Mascia Capital Group 2025 Mid-Atlantic philanthropist of the year

Dunkin’ named Montville, New Jersey-based Mascia Capital Group its 2025 Mid-Atlantic Region Philanthropist of the Year on Sept. 9, 2026, recognizing the franchise organization’s community giving and support for the brand’s charitable initiatives. The award spotlights a franchisee whose philanthropy spans hunger relief, children’s health and housing stability.

Why it matters: - The award spotlights a Dunkin’ franchisee whose philanthropy reaches beyond store operations and into local community needs. - Mascia Capital Group’s work supports hunger relief, children’s health and well-being, and housing stability for neighbors in need. - The recognition also reinforces Dunkin’s franchise-level charitable model in the Mid-Atlantic region.

What happened: - Dunkin’ named Mascia Capital Group the 2025 Dunkin’ Mid-Atlantic Region Philanthropist of the Year. - The announcement was made Sept. 9, 2026. - Mascia Capital Group is based in Montville, New Jersey. - The award honors Mid-Atlantic franchisees that advance Dunkin’s national cause work while building their own charitable programs. - Bobby Mascia leads Mascia Capital Group.

The details: - Mascia Capital Group was selected for the breadth and depth of its giving across multiple issue areas. - The company has supported the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation, the independent 501(c)(3) charity founded in 2006. - The foundation supports children battling hunger or illness through programs that include Dunkin’ Joyful Spaces, Dunkin’ Prom, Connecting Joy and Dogs for Joy. - The foundation has awarded more than $60 million in grants to hundreds of charities and has reached millions of children nationwide. - Mascia Capital Group has helped raise funds through guest-facing campaigns, in-store fundraisers and direct franchisee contributions. - Those efforts have supported children’s hospitals, food pantries, camps and other programs for kids in need. - Mascia Capital Group operates multiple Dunkin’ locations across New Jersey. - The company also manages a portfolio of real estate and private investments. - The Mascia family has spent decades in franchising and has paired business growth with hands-on philanthropy.

Between the lines: - The award signals that Dunkin’ is elevating franchisees that act as local community partners, not just operators. - Mascia Capital Group’s recognition also suggests the company has turned charitable giving into a core part of its brand identity. - Bobby Mascia said the real reward is the difference the company can make in the communities it serves. - He said philanthropy is a reflection of who the company is as a business and as neighbors. - He also thanked Dunkin’ and nonprofit partners for their work.

What's next: - Mascia Capital Group is likely to continue supporting Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation programs and local nonprofit partners. - The company’s franchise and investment platforms may keep pairing business expansion with community giving. - Dunkin’ will continue recognizing franchisees whose charitable work extends beyond restaurant operations.

The bottom line: - Dunkin’ is using its franchise network to reward community impact, and Mascia Capital Group is being held up as a regional example of that strategy.