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At a Glance
Products & Services: Art-education programs for children
Number of Locations: 105
Total Investment: $35.84K - 74.49K
Founded: 2002
Began Franchising: 2004
About Abrakadoodle
Abrakadoodle was started in 2002 by Mary Rogers, who had previously founded another franchise company (Computertots), and Rosemarie Hartnett. They began franchising in 2004. Abrakadoodle franchisees offer art education programs for children from 20 months to 12-years-old, holding classes in public and private schools, community centers and recreation departments. Children are taught a variety of art techniques, and also learn about styles, artists and art history.Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2012 | 50 | 0 | 53 | 2 |
| 2011 | 52 | 0 | 24 | 2 |
| 2010 | 63 | 0 | 6 | 2 |
| 2009 | 64 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units worldwide.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $35,842 - $74,492
Franchise Fee: $23,400 - $36,900
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 8%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $23,400 - $36,900
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 8%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $100,000
Liquid Cash Available: $50,000
Operations
Franchise can be run from home. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5 - 10. Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed..| Financing Type | In-House | Third Party |
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How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: 5 days. 20-60 hours pre-training at franchisee's location
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Internet, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing Support: Ad slicks, National media,
Other marketing support: Intranet, Franchise Advisory Council
Franchise Ranking History
Top Home-Based: #101 (2010),
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