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Dunkin' plans European expansion, Baskin-Robbins Germany debut

August 2, 2013

Baskin-Robbins is planning its entry into the German market as early as next year, while its sister chain Dunkin' Donuts plans to grow its presence throughout Europe.

According to Bloomberg parent company Dunkin' Brands is aiming to have 150 Dunkin' Donuts units in Germany within five years, as well as a bigger footprint in France and the U.K. There are currently 35 outlets in Germany.

CEO Nigel Travis told the publication that the company is excited about Europe as it's starting to recover from the economic downturn.

Baskin-Robbins is starting to recruit franchisees for the market, with a focus on Berlin, Hamburg, Stuttgart and Munich.

Brands' Community Foundation awards $205K in grants

Additionally, the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of The Dunkin' Donuts & Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation (DDBRCF), comprised of local franchise owners and Dunkin' Brands corporate employees, has awarded $205,300 in grants to support 14 organizations throughout Delaware, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland and Massachusetts. Organizations benefitting from the grants focus on safety, hunger and children's health.

"We are thrilled to provide $205,300 in grants to these worthy organizations that serve the basic needs of our local communities and make a significant impact in the Mid-Atlantic region," said Seth Goldstein, a Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins franchisee and co-chair of the Mid-Atlantic chapter of the DDBRCF. "Both Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins are committed to giving back to the communities where we live and work, and we look forward to supporting these local organizations in their efforts to help those in need."

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