What is the required method of payment for contributions to the Ben Jerrys Fund?

According to Ben Jerrys's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, payments to the marketing fund can be made via cashier's check or electronic funds transfer if requested by the franchisor. Specifically, Item 22 outlines that for payments required under Section 4 or 12, Ben & Jerry's may request that franchisees make each payment by separate cashier's check or establish an arrangement for electronic funds transfer or deposit.

This means that as a Ben Jerrys franchisee, you might be required to use a specific payment method for contributions to the fund, such as a cashier's check or electronic transfer, if Ben Jerrys requests it. This stipulation is in place to ensure secure and verifiable transactions for fund contributions.

It is important to note that Ben Jerrys also specifies that franchisees must comply with the payment and reporting procedures outlined in the manual or in writing. Therefore, prospective franchisees should carefully review the Ben Jerrys manual and any written communications from the franchisor to understand the precise payment methods and procedures required for fund contributions.