MISSION STATEMENT
The Joyce Family Foundation is dedicated to supporting the social, economic and emotional well-being of children and youth by empowering them to develop into healthy, confident, independent contributors to Canadian society.
THE FOUNDATION
The Foundation’s primary focus is to provide access to education for children and youth with significant financial need or facing other socio-economic barriers to success.
GRANTS
Organizations requesting financial support from The Joyce Family Foundation should first familiarize themselves with the Foundation’s guidingprinciples and areas of activity.
ABOUT RON JOYCE
Ronald V. Joyce is best known as the legendary Canadian entrepreneur who, in 1964, invested in the first Tim Hortons donut shop in Hamilton, Ontario and then grew the business into one of the most successful food service chains in the world. Co-founder of the TDL Group Ltd. which licenses Tim Hortons restaurants in Canada and around the world, Mr. Joyce sold the quintessential Canadian business to Wendy’s International Inc. in 1996.
Latest News
A Tribute to the Life and Legacy of the Honourable Ed Lumley (1939-2025)
It is with deep sadness that the Board of The Joyce Family Foundation shares the news of the passing of The Honourable Ed Lumley. Board Chair since 2019 and esteemed trustee since 2010, Ed was a tireless champion for vulnerable children and youth across Canada. His...
The Joyce Family Foundation Invests in Indigenous Student Success at Carleton
The following remarks were shared at a special ceremony at Carleton University on September 15, 2021 to mark the establishment of The Joyce Family Foundation Indigenous student bursary and matching gift from Carleton for Indigenous student supports. To the...
Ronald V. Joyce (1930-2019)
Ronald Vaughan Joyce died peacefully at his home by the water on January 31, 2019. To witness his life is to witness the power and the grace of a ship at full throttle. He was a mentor and a pioneer. He was a father and a grandfather. He was a self-made man. And Ron...