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A True Win-Win: Your Success is Our Success

At Sticky Fingers Cooking®, the franchise model is simple: when you grow, we grow.

‍In franchising, you’re never alone. This is a true alliance—a symbiotic model where we push, support, and scale together.

We’ve built this business to remove friction and create momentum—so you can focus on leading, growing, and building a strong, profitable business with confidence.
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4.9/5

Average rating of our cooking classes, camps, and events on Google reviews.

99%

Of schools invite us back year after year.

INVESTMENT Details

Launch & Grow—Without Much Dough

Start your Sticky Fingers Cooking® franchise with an efficient investment and the support to build real momentum.

From day one, you’re guided through our proven system designed to simplify operations and accelerate growth. You focus on building your business and community relationships—we support the systems behind the scenes.

After onboarding, you move into a structured launch phase with clear milestones and hands-on support.

We’ll even come to your territory to CELERYbrate your grand opening!Below is your initial investment—designed to set you up for success from day one.

$140k+ in new territories (12-18 months in business)*

$300k+ in growth markets (18-24 months in business)*

$500k+ in mature markets (24+ months in business)*

Per our 2026 FDD

Initial Fees & Investment Terms

Notes on Investment

Initial Franchise Fee

$48,000 (included in startup investment)

Due at signing

Ongoing Royalty Fee

8% of gross sales

Paid weekly

Brand Development Fund

1% of gross sales

Paid weekly

Startup Investment

$78,045 to $126,756

For one territory

*Results vary by market, effort, and execution. See our 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and Item 19 for details

ongoing support

Everything you need—served on a silver platter.

As a Sticky Fingers Cooking® franchise owner, you’ll have the systems, tools, and people to support you every step of the way—so you can focus on building and growing your business.

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Research-Based Curriculum

Instant access to thousands of kid-approved Sticky Fingers Cooking Lesson Plans®—designed for engagement, consistency, and real learning.

Tech That Works For You

Our proprietary Dash® platform runs 85% of your day-to-day operations—so you can focus on growth, not busywork.

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Real People, Real Support

Our tenured executive team delivers direct access, strategic guidance, and leadership support—so you can lead and grow with confidence.

Our opportunities

With franchise locations available from S'moregon to Pretzelvania

SFC franchise map of the uniter states, with locations in Texas, California, Illinois, Florida, New Jersey, and Massachusetts, with headquarters in Denver

Lots of Room to Grow!

See your city on our map? Don’t count yourself out! One pin is just one slice of the pie. Most major metro areas have multiple territories, so chances are there’s still a seat at the table. Reach out and we’ll help you find the perfect spot to start cooking up success.

what is your ‘fundability’?

**Benetrends is your sous-chef to jumpstart your entrepreneurial journey!**

Funding is one of the most important components in buying a franchise. Benetrends has been funding America’s entrepreneurs for over 35 years, offering a comprehensive suite of funding options. The most popular programs are the Rainmaker Plan® (IRA/Rollover) and SBA small business loan programs. Learn more about innovative funding strategies.

Pre-Qualify for funding to determine how much and what sources of options are available to you. Plus, you'll have faster access to funding, allowing you to open your new business sooner.

*Exclusions apply. Please consult with our funding experts for full details.
**SBA Loan Money-Back Fee Guarantee: If Benetrends accepts your application for processing, we guarantee your application will be approved or we refund 100% of our fee.
***Once approved, a financial package will be needed for verification.