Ben & Jerry's
Franchise Overview
Ben & Jerry's operates premium retail scoop shops where franchisees serve inventive ice cream cones, sundaes, milkshakes, and take-home pints made with non-GMO, Fairtrade-certified ingredients — all within a fun, community-oriented environment built around bold flavor and strong brand values.
Key Highlights
- 'Linked prosperity' philosophy balances profitability with a genuine social and environmental mission
- Bold flavor innovation and activist branding attract consumers seeking more than just dessert
- Flexible storefront and kiosk formats suit a variety of high-traffic retail environments
- Comprehensive franchisee support includes training, operational guidance, and a franchise learning center
Ben & Jerry's is a strong fit for values-driven operators who want to build a profitable business without leaving their community commitments at the door.
Just the Facts
For most current information, see Franchise Disclosure Documents
Ben & Jerry's Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD)
These official Ben & Jerry's FDDs contain 23 sections of federally mandated disclosures such as franchisee obligations, franchisor litigation, and financial performance. FDD's are typically 100+ pages long and are critical to evaluate when researching a franchise.
Available Documents
Ben & Jerry's Special Venue Scoop Shop Program FDD 2026
June 2026
Ben & Jerry's FDD 2025
April 2025
Ben & Jerry's FDD 2025
April 2025
Ben & Jerry's FDD 2024
April 2024
Ben & Jerry's FDD 2024
April 2024
Ben & Jerry's Special Scoop Shop Program FDD 2023
May 2023
Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shop FDD 2023
May 2023
Ben & Jerry's FDD 2022
April 2022
Ben & Jerry's FDD 2022
April 2022
Ben & Jerry's FDD 2021
April 2021
Ben & Jerry's FDD 2021
April 2021
Ben & Jerry's FDD 2020
May 2020
Ben & Jerry's FDD 2020
May 2020
Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shop FDD 2019
April 2019
Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shop FDD 2018
April 2018
Ben & Jerry's FDD 2017
April 2017
Ben & Jerry's FDD 2017
April 2017
Ben & Jerrys FDD 2016
May 2016
Ben & Jerrys FDD 2016
May 2016
Ben & Jerry's FDD 2015
April 2015
Ben & Jerry's FDD 2015
April 2015
Note: Purchased FDDs are available for immediate download. The $99 Document Processing Fee covers acquisition, storage, organization, and digital delivery of the FDD document.