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Why Shipley
Make Life Delicious! Open a Do-Nut Franchise with Shipley Do-Nuts in Your Community
Become a part of an iconic brand.
Established in 1936, Shipley Do-Nuts has been delighting customers of all ages for generations. We’re a fast-growing brand that’s well-suited for individuals with quick service restaurant (QSR) or franchise expertise, and now with more than 340 stores up and running, we want to make life delicious in your community! Are you ready to become part of our emerging brand and open your very own Shipley franchise?

Our Industry Has Never Been Hotter — or Sweeter!
Right now, the QSR industry is meeting the demands of millions of consumers every day, and their hunger for deliciously sweet baked goodness is not going away anytime soon!
If you’re a successful entrepreneur looking to partner with a proven brand or an experienced restaurant operator who wants to expand your portfolio, a do-nut shop franchise with Shipley is a time-tested opportunity!
Why Partner with Shipley
If you’re looking for a strong business model, look no further than Shipley! Our high-quality gourmet products are made fresh daily using seven ingredients, and our clean stores and friendly customer service have won the hearts of millions of customers for the last 8+ decades.
We’re a Favorite
Shipley Do-Nuts franchise is a beloved brand with strong regional name recognition and solid core values that make us a leader in the QSR industry.
We’re Experts
Our business model has been refined over the course of 8 decades, allowing you to run your franchise more simply and efficiently, freeing you for growth!
We’re There
Shipley provides a dedicated and seasoned group of industry professionals ready to support your training, store opening, and ongoing operation support needs.
We’re Tasty
We offer over 60 varieties of do-nuts, pastries, and kolaches, all produced from the same easy-to-use mix, allowing for high volume, high quality, and lots of mouth-watering deliciousness!
We’re Consistent
Our stores feature gold-standard baking equipment used by some of the biggest names in our industry, guaranteeing your products will be consistently delicious.
We’re Flexible
Site selection is critical to your success! Shipley offers store design flexibility to reduce startup costs and pave the way for multi-unit expansion.
Let’s Look at the Numbers
A Shipley Do-Nuts franchise comes with plenty of perks you won’t find otherwise, like our marketing help, our proprietary recipes, operations support, and much more. Below are some important numbers to consider as you think about a do-nut shop business with Shipley.
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Passion
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Our Training and SUpport
With us by your side, you’ll be in business for yourself but never by yourself!
One of the great things about starting a do-nut franchise with Shipley Do-Nuts is that it comes with comprehensive training and ongoing support, meaning you’ll have our expert guidance every step of the way for the life of your business.

You can count on:
- Assistance in identifying the perfect location for your franchise
- Help with building out your bright new store
- Pre-opening training that goes over day-to-day operations
- Expert marketing to help you get the word out
- Access to vendor relationships that’ll keep you ready for business
- And so much more!

Becoming Part of the Shipley Family Is Simple!
- Completing the franchise application
- Reviewing our Franchise Disclosure Document
- Attending a Discovery Day
- Signing your franchise agreement
- Finding your first location
- Receiving your training
- Opening your store.
We’re Your Partners
Our Ideal Candidate? It Just Might Be You!
The Shipley Do-Nuts franchise opportunity is perfect for just about anyone, thanks to our time-tested business model and ongoing support. Still, we like to see candidates who have:
Our Sweet Offerings Are Not the Only Perks of Multi-Unit Ownership!
Shared Resources
Broader Market Presence
Better Bottom Line
More Room for Growth
Our Territories
Hot (and Delicious) Markets
Ready to get going with your Shipley Do-Nuts franchise? We can’t wait, either! Check out our territory map below, and don’t worry if you don’t see your area. We’re always working to identify new ones, so let’s talk!


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