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Drive Kindness

Drive Kindness Franchise Cost & Facts · Food & Beverage

A Drive Kindness franchise costs $142K – $97K in total initial investment. See the full Drive Kindness fees, royalty, and Franchise Disclosure Document below.

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Food & BeverageFounded 1990· 36 yrsdrive-kindness.com
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Total Investment

$142K – $97K

Franchise Fee

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Unit Count

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Year Founded

1990

Overview

Why Drive Kindness?

Drive Kindness is a food & beverage brand with over 36 years of operating history. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.

The Numbers

Investment & Fees

Total initial investment
$142K – $97K
Initial franchise fee
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Royalty fee
Available on request
Ad / marketing fee
Available on request

Regulatory Filings

FDDs on file

2020

Latest FDD on file: 2020. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.

Why every serious buyer requests the FDD

The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.

  • Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
  • Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
  • Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
  • Item 21: audited financial statements

Frequently Asked

Drive Kindness franchise FAQ

Is Drive Kindness a franchise?

Yes. Drive Kindness is a franchise in the food & beverage category, which means you can own and operate a Drive Kindness location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The total initial investment to open one ranges from $142K – $97K. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

How much does it cost to open a Drive Kindness franchise?

Total initial investment to open a Drive Kindness franchise ranges from $142K – $97K according to the latest Franchise Disclosure Document. The actual cost depends on territory, build-out, and local market conditions. Request the full FDD on this page for Item 7's full investment breakdown.

When was Drive Kindness founded?

Drive Kindness was founded in 1990, giving the brand 36 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.

Is a Drive Kindness franchise profitable?

Drive Kindness unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Request the Drive Kindness FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.

How do I apply for a Drive Kindness franchise opportunity?

Submit a request through this page to receive the Drive Kindness Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials. There is no cost or obligation to request the FDD.

Where can I get the Drive Kindness FDD?

The current Drive Kindness FDD can be requested directly through this page. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.

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