DonutNV franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The DonutNV franchise fee is $59,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $189,580 to $272,900, with about $40,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the DonutNV FDD.
What are the DonutNV franchise fees and investment?
The DonutNV franchise requires a franchise fee of $59,500 and a total initial investment of $189,580 to $272,900. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $59,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $189,580 to $272,900 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $40,000 |
| US locations | 145 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Desserts) |
| Headquarters | Clermont, Florida |
| Founded | 2018 |
| Franchising since | 2018 |
How does the DonutNV investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
DonutNV's minimum investment of $189,580 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 866 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $59,500 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, DonutNV belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the DonutNV FDD?
Verify six parts of the DonutNV Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether DonutNV discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to DonutNV?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to DonutNV:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Everbowl | $39,750 | $189,300 to $370,850 |
| Elbows Mac N' Cheese | $30,000 | $190,100 to $954,800 |
| Fuzziwig's Candy Factory | $20,000 to $30,000 | $189,000 to $363,350 |
| NuYo | $40,000 | $189,000 to $441,000 |
| Stricklands | $25,000 | $188,500 to $315,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a DonutNV franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a DonutNV franchise ranges from $189,580 to $272,900, including a franchise fee of $59,500, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a DonutNV franchise?
DonutNV lists a minimum of about $40,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many DonutNV locations are there?
DonutNV reported 145 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has DonutNV been franchising?
DonutNV started offering franchises in 2018 after the company was founded in 2018.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. DonutNV and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by DonutNV. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.