Dunkin’® Launches Fourth Annual DMV Regional Scholarship Program with $125,000 in Scholarships to Students

March 07, 2025 at 06:00 AM EST

Program to award $2,500 scholarships to 50 students enrolling or enrolled in an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school

Dunkin'® today announced the return of its fourth annual Dunkin' Regional Scholarship Program, which will award $125,000 in scholarships to high school and college students throughout the DMV.

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Dunkin' 4th Annual DMV Regional Scholarship Program (Graphic: Business Wire)

In collaboration with Scholarship America, Dunkin' will award 50 students throughout the DMV region each with a $2,500 academic scholarship to an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school of their choice in Fall 2025. Dunkin's DMV Regional Scholarship Program will be open to current part-time and full-time undergraduate students and high school seniors. Recipients will be selected based on their academic record, demonstrated leadership skills, and overall commitment to their school and the local community.

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"The Dunkin' Regional Scholarship reflects our continued dedication to supporting young adults as they pursue their aspirations," said Jackie Keown, Field Marketing Director for Dunkin’. "This initiative is proudly funded by our network of Dunkin' franchisees who are deeply embedded in the communities they serve. We're incredibly thankful for local business owners who prioritize giving back and ensuring that our guests' journeys extend far beyond the doors of our restaurants."

Since 2022, Dunkin’ and its local franchisees have awarded $350,000 in scholarships to 140 students in the DMV in pursuit of higher education.

Applications for the Dunkin' Regional Scholarship Program will be accepted through April 15, 2025. Applicants must be high school seniors or current undergraduate students who plan to enroll in a part-time or full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school in Fall 2025.

Applicants must reside and/or be currently enrolled in college in one of the regions below to be considered. For more information or to apply, visit https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/dunkinbaltimoredc/.

Washington, D.C. Counties: Washington, D.C., Charles (MD), Frederick (MD), Montgomery (MD), Prince George's (MD), St. Mary's (MD), Washington (MD), Arlington (VA), Clarke (VA), Fairfax (VA), Frederick (VA), Loudoun (VA), Prince William (VA), Shenandoah (VA), Spotsylvania (VA), Stafford (VA), Warren (VA), Berkeley (WV), Jefferson (WV)
Maryland Counties: Anne Arundel (MD), Baltimore (MD), Calvert (MD), Carroll (MD), Cecil (MD), Harford (MD), Howard (MD), Kent (MD), Queen Anne's (MD), Talbot (MD)

About Dunkin'

Dunkin’, founded in 1950, is the largest coffee and donuts brand in the United States, with more than 13,700 restaurants in nearly 40 global markets. Dunkin’ is part of the Inspire Brands family of restaurants. For more information, visit DunkinDonuts.com and InspireBrands.com.

About Scholarship America

Scholarship America is a non-profit organization that eliminates barriers to educational success so that students can pursue their dream. Since 1958, Scholarship America has distributed $5.7 billion to more than 3 million students. The organization works with partners to give students the support needed to succeed. Learn more at scholarshipamerica.org.