About Meals of Hope Franchise
Meals of Hope is a unique franchise concept centered on community service and hunger relief.
The organization coordinates large scale meal packing events where volunteers assemble nutritious meals for distribution to food banks, schools, and disaster relief efforts.
Since launching its franchise program in 2021, Meals of Hope has expanded its impact through a network of local operators under the support of the Meals of Hope Foundation.
Meals of Hope Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$61K
Average Investment
$66K
Maximum Investment
$72K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | Not applicable; franchisee receives $0.05 per meal from franchisor, less Brand Fund Contribution. of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 5% of Program Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $61,050 – $71,925 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $61K–$72K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (Not applicable; franchisee receives $0.05 per meal from franchisor, less Brand Fund Contribution.) and marketing fee (5% of Program Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Lease, utility & security deposits | $0 | $375 |
| Initial Inventory/Initial Packing Event (This is a tax-deductible donation) | $11,500 | $11,500 |
| Mobile Phone, Computer Equipment and Software | $0 | $1,000 |
| Furniture and Fixtures | $50 | $850 |
| Vehicle | $0 | $1,500 |
| Pallet Jack | $400 | $400 |
| Licenses and Professional Services | $1,100 | $2,300 |
| Prepaid Insurance Premium | $2,500 | $3,000 |
| Training Expenses | $500 | $1,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $5,000 | $10,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $1,000 (no change in majority shares or primary owner); 70% of then-current Initial Franchise Fee (new franchisee); 40% of then-current Initial Franchise Fee (existing franchisee) |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Technology Fee | $200/month |
| Audit Fee | Our costs and expenses in conducting audit |
| Local Advertising | Up to 2% of Program Sales (currently 0%) |
| Additional Training Fee/Onsite Assistance Fee | $400/day per trainer |
| Assistance for Larger Packing Events | Rate structure varies depending on number of meals per event |
| Collection Charges | Return of $0.05/meal and actual cost of collection |
| Testing of Products or Approval of New Suppliers | Amount Franchisor incurs in reviewing and evaluating the alternate supplier |
| Fees on Default and Indemnity | Attorneys’ fees, costs, interest, audit costs, default fees |
| Costs and Attorneys’ Fees | Will vary according to circumstance |
| Indemnification | Will vary according to circumstance |
| Insurance Reimbursement | Will vary according to circumstance |
| Mystery Shopper | Up to $250/per visit |
| Dishonored Check Charge / Insufficient funds | $50 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 18.5 hours (15.5 classroom, 3 on-the-job) |
| Classroom Training | 15.5 |
| On-the-Job Training | 3 |
| Training Location | Naples, FL, surrounding area, or other designated site; Southwest, FL or other mutually agreed upon location for on-the-job. |
| Additional Training | Franchisor may offer additional training programs and refresher courses at a tuition fee of $400 per person per day. Franchisee is responsible for all related expenses (travel, lodging, meals, salaries). |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Up to two (2) million people |
| Description | Franchisee will be granted a protected territory based on geographic boundaries, streets, or other criteria, from within which to operate. Franchisee may not solicit event hosts, market, or conduct packing events outside of the Protected Territory without written approval. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | Five (5) years |
| Renewal Term | Two (2) additional five (5) year terms |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Notify franchisor 30 days prior to expiration, not be in breach of agreements, substantially complied with agreements, pay all amounts owed, execute then-current Franchise Agreement (terms may vary materially), sign general release, consistently operated in accordance with laws/regulations, maintained permits/licenses, satisfy current training requirements, and meet minimum performance requirements. |
| Transfer Fee | $1,000 (no change in majority shares or primary owner); 70% of then-current Initial Franchise Fee (new franchisee); 40% of then-current Initial Franchise Fee (existing franchisee) |
| Transfer Conditions | All monetary obligations satisfied, all existing defaults cured, execute general release, provide purchase agreement copy, transferee meets educational/managerial/business standards, good moral character, business reputation, credit rating, aptitude/ability, adequate financial resources/capital, executes then-current franchise agreement, completes training, complies with post-termination provisions, obtains all permits/licenses, lessors/parties consent (if required), transfer complies with laws, purchase price/terms not burdensome to transferee, franchisor provides current FDD to transferee, franchisor's approval does not waive claims, franchisor has right to disclose revenue reports/financial info. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate for various curable defaults (e.g., nonpayment, failure to open, quality control issues, minimum performance failure) with 15 or 30 days' notice to cure, or for non-curable defaults (e.g., bankruptcy, unauthorized transfer, criminal acts, fraud, repeated breaches, misuse of marks, abandonment) without opportunity to cure. |
| Non-Compete Period | Two (2) years after expiration, nonrenewal, transfer or termination |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, franchisee and immediate family may not own, operate, be employed by, or have interest in any competing business offering similar services or grant licenses for such. They also may not solicit current/former/prospective customers or contact persons to provide competing services. After the term, for two years, they may not engage in any competing business within the Protected Territory or a 25-mile radius of any System business, or solicit franchisor's suppliers/vendors for competitive purposes, or solicit franchisor's/affiliates'/other franchisees' employees. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The principal of the Franchisee entity must personally supervise the day-to-day operations of the Franchised Business and complete the Initial Training Program. An on-premises supervisor cannot be hired to supervise operations. The principal must devote personal full-time attention and best efforts to the management and operation of the business. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisee is required to purchase 100% of ingredients, bags, and boxes from the affiliate, Meals of Hope, Inc. (a 501(c)(3) corporation). Disposable supplies (gloves, masks, hand sanitizer, tote liners) must be purchased from approved supplier(s). Equipment (sealers, funnels, stands) must be purchased from the franchisor. Franchisee must use franchisor's designated suppliers as directed. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisee must only offer and sell Approved Products and Services in strict conformance with franchisor's methods, standards, and specifications. Franchisee must purchase all or nearly all inventory or supplies from the franchisor, its affiliates, or designated suppliers at prices set by them. Franchisee may propose alternative suppliers, subject to franchisor's approval process which may incur testing costs and facility inspections. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor and its affiliates reserve the right to derive revenue from required purchases. No revenue was derived from franchisee required purchases in 2021. Franchisor has the right to receive payments from suppliers based on their dealings with franchisees and use these amounts without restriction. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation. |
Meals of Hope Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Meals of Hope does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Meals of Hope does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Meals of Hope Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordMeals of Hope has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Meals of Hope System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
1
Meals of Hope currently operates 0 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 10 states: IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
0
Net Income
$-188,343
Total Assets
$97K
Audited by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP for year ending December 31st.
Meals of Hope Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Meals of Hope franchise ranges from $61,050 to $71,925, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $40,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Meals of Hope charges a royalty fee of Not applicable; franchisee receives $0.05 per meal from franchisor, less Brand Fund Contribution. of gross sales, plus a 5% of Program Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Meals of Hope Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Meals of Hope to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Meals of Hope does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Meals of Hope has been franchising since 2021. The FDD shows an investment range of $61,050-$71,925, a Not applicable; franchisee receives $0.05 per meal from franchisor, less Brand Fund Contribution. royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $40,000 and the total investment ranges from $61,050 to $71,925 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $5,000 in liquid capital is required. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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