Established School Fundraising Franchise - $80K Consistent SDE
Business Description
This turnkey school fundraising franchise generates $80K annual Seller's Discretionary Earnings (consistent for 3+ years). Its proven seasonal business model serves elementary schools across Central Virginia with fundraising programs that promote youth leadership and healthy living. With 15 schools contracted for the 2025-26 season, established systems, and comprehensive franchise support, this represents a solid opportunity in a stable market with plenty of room to grow.
Business Model: The franchise operates on a seasonal schedule with two active periods: February-April and September-November. Operations are minimal during the summer and completely dormant from Thanksgiving through January. Programs run for 2 weeks per school, combining fundraising with a youth development curriculum.
Territory: Exclusive franchise rights in Richmond and surrounding counties. Also services schools in Virginia Beach, Williamsburg, Hanover, York, and Fredericksburg. Currently serving 15 schools out of approximately 900 available schools (1.6% market penetration).
Staffing: Business maintains PT staff to execute events; key staff likely to stay with company. Owner minimally involved in event operations.
Franchise Support: The franchisor provides comprehensive training and ongoing support in sales, marketing, operations, and technology. Proven systems enable efficient territory development and scaling. Franchisor has identified significant room for growth within the territory.
Ideal Buyer: This business suits an owner-operator seeking a seasonal business model with strong community impact. The mission-driven positioning creates high school retention and relationship-based selling advantages. Owner who invests time in sales likely to experience significant upside.
Business Model: The franchise operates on a seasonal schedule with two active periods: February-April and September-November. Operations are minimal during the summer and completely dormant from Thanksgiving through January. Programs run for 2 weeks per school, combining fundraising with a youth development curriculum.
Territory: Exclusive franchise rights in Richmond and surrounding counties. Also services schools in Virginia Beach, Williamsburg, Hanover, York, and Fredericksburg. Currently serving 15 schools out of approximately 900 available schools (1.6% market penetration).
Staffing: Business maintains PT staff to execute events; key staff likely to stay with company. Owner minimally involved in event operations.
Franchise Support: The franchisor provides comprehensive training and ongoing support in sales, marketing, operations, and technology. Proven systems enable efficient territory development and scaling. Franchisor has identified significant room for growth within the territory.
Ideal Buyer: This business suits an owner-operator seeking a seasonal business model with strong community impact. The mission-driven positioning creates high school retention and relationship-based selling advantages. Owner who invests time in sales likely to experience significant upside.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 12
- Employees
- 4 Part-time
Seasonal employees; average employee stays for 2 years. - Currently Relocatable
- Yes
- Franchise
- This business is an established franchise
- Facilities & Assets
- All equipment to execute events included in the sale. Owner rents small storage unit to store equipment.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Less than 2% market penetration. Youth development focus fosters strong school partnerships, high client retention, and employee satisfaction.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Expand elementary school client base within existing territory (900+ schools remain unserved). Add middle schools, high schools, nonprofit organizations. Potential geographic expansion into available adjacent territories (Charlottesville, Lynchburg, Northern Virginia) with franchisor approval.
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owner would like to pursue other opportunities.
- Transition Support
- Current owner will provide training; franchisor also provides comprehensive new owner training and extensive ongoing support.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2464362
- Listing Views
- 4
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