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How Much Does a Donut Connection Franchise Cost?

2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Donut Connection franchise costs between $35,270 and $99,643 in total initial investment, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $500.

$35,270

Minimum Investment

$99,643

Maximum Investment

$500

Franchise Fee

Donut Connection Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $500

Donut Connection Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Donut Connection franchise, as reported in the 2024 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $0

Real Estate $0

Equipment & Assets $16,270 – $27,393

Opening Inventory (prior to and during first two months of operation) As ordered $15,000 – $20,000

Signage Lump Sum $1,270 – $7,393

Training $3,500 – $20,000

Training Lump Sum $3,500 – $20,000

Working Capital & Reserves $10,000 – $15,000

Additional funds (prior to and during first two months of operation) $10,000 – $15,000

Other Costs $5,500 – $37,250

Shop Development Lump Sum $5,000 – $36,750

Capital Stock Subscription Lump Sum $500

Total Estimated Investment $35,270 – $99,643

How Does Donut Connection Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Donut Connection's minimum investment of $35,270 is below the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$35,270

Donut Connection Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$99,643

Donut Connection Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Donut Connection?

The total startup cost for a Donut Connection franchise ranges from $35,270 to $99,643, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Equipment & Assets at $16,270 to $27,393.

How much is the Donut Connection franchise fee?

The Donut Connection franchise fee is $500, as disclosed in the 2024 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Donut Connection a good investment?

Donut Connection requires a total franchise investment of $35,270 to $99,643 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Donut Connection franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Donut Connection franchise owner make?

Donut Connection's 2024 FDD does not include Item 19 financial performance data, so franchise owner earnings figures are not publicly available from this source.