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Peace, Love and Little Donuts

Doughnuts and coffee

Investment

$121,200

Initial Franchise Fee

$40,000

Units

27

Growth Rate

-3%

Overview About Investment Territories Support Operations Ranking History

Overview

Industry Food
Founded 2009
Franchising Since 2016
Parent Company Peace, Love and Little Donuts LLC
Leadership Marci Razete, Brand Owner
# of Employees at HQ 4
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About Peace, Love and Little Donuts

Founded in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 2009, Peace, Love and Little Donuts bakes donuts with a range of far-out, funkadelic, and groovy toppings with subtle flavors. An impromptu donut machine purchase by Ron Razete turned out to be the inspiration for the tasty little donuts with which business has become synonymous.

In 2016, Peace, Love and Little Donuts began franchising, and the number of locations has grown to more than 20 outlets across the United States. Many customers may identify with the jazzy but hip donut shops. The franchisor seeks individuals that have a passion for making people happy, following the set business model.

Why You May Want to Start a Peace, Love and Little Donuts Franchise

As a franchise owner, you'll be making and marketing fresh, warm donuts, coffee, and related products from your shop or other approved sites. Donuts by Peace, Love and Little Donuts are uniquely made, then topped up with the franchisor's frostings and toppings for an unforgettable bite.

The company believes that all partners across its franchise network should work hard to deliver these donut flavors as their creator intended. Food items are baked in a traditional sour cream cake style. A customer favorite may be a cake donut with sprinkles of bacon and maple frosting. Buyers also get to see their cakes and donuts being made, and this franchise may enhance your community with 70 types of donuts and other sweet treats.

What Might Make Peace, Love and Little Donuts a Good Choice?

To be part of the Peace, Love and Little Donuts team, you should make sure you're financially ready for an initial investment made up of a franchise fee and other startup costs. In addition, you should prepare yourself for ongoing fees that will include advertising, royalty, and potential renewal fees. You will also need to meet the company set net worth and liquid capital requirements.

Peace, Love and Little Donuts has partnered with third-party sources to help qualified franchisees cover the costs of the franchise fee, startup, equipment, inventory, accounts receivable, and payroll.

Peace, Love and Little Donuts franchisees may enjoy in-store and online order traffic year-round as part of the definitive baked goods sector. You'll be selling multiple products with others currently being innovated, potentially resulting in various revenue streams for this mid-level overhead cost franchise. 

Peace, Love and Little Donuts requires that you have a minimum of several staff members to efficiently run one unit, and the franchisor offers exclusive territory agreements. The franchisor provides ongoing support and multiple hours of both classroom and on-the-job training.

How to Open a Peace, Love and Little Donuts Franchise

After an initial inquiry form is received and reviewed, you'll get a call from the franchise development director, who will provide you with the company's latest Franchise Disclosure Document alongside a non-disclosure agreement.

You'll be offered a questionnaire to fill, gauging your readiness to own and operate a new Peace, Love and Little Donuts franchise location. Once your suitability is confirmed, the franchisor will invite you to headquarters in Moon Township, Pennsylvania to meet the team and sign a territory application. A franchise agreement signing will follow conversion or build-out for your new store. Staff training with preparation for a grand opening day will commence after that.

Investment Details

Initial Franchise Fee $40,000
Initial Investment $121,200 - $235,100
Net Worth Requirement $500,000
Cash Requirement $150,000
Royalty Fee 6%
Ad Royalty Fee 1%
Technology Fee N/A
Term of Agreement 10 years
Is Franchise Term Renewable? Yes
Financing Third Party
Veterans Incentive 20% off franchise fee

Available Territories

Franchising opportunities available in the following regions

United States

Training & Support Programs

Comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you succeed

Training

On the Job Training 24 hours
Classroom Training 16 hours

Ongoing Support

Purchasing Co-ops
Newsletter
Meetings & Conventions
Grand Opening
Online Support
Security & Safety Procedures
Lease Negotiation
Field Operations
Site Selection
Proprietary Software
Franchisee Intranet Platform

Marketing Support

Co-op Advertising
Ad Templates
Social Media
SEO
Website Development
Email Marketing
Loyalty Program/App

Operations & Requirements

Key operational details and requirements for running this franchise

Is absentee ownership allowed? Yes
Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit? No
Can this franchise be run part time? No
# of employees required to run 8-12
Are exclusive territories available? Yes

Ranking History

Peace, Love and Little Donuts performance in the Franchise rankings over recent years

No data available at this time.

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Updated: December 12th, 2022