Does Churchs Chicken currently receive rebates from any suppliers based on franchisee purchases?

According to Churchs Chicken's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Churchs Chicken does not currently receive rebates from suppliers based on franchisee purchases. However, Church's Holding, the parent company, does receive revenue from products and services that U.S. franchisees are required to purchase from approved or designated suppliers. In 2025, this amounted to $2,333,000.

This arrangement means that while franchisees may not directly benefit from rebates, Church's Holding profits from the purchasing arrangements established for the franchise system. This revenue could potentially offset other costs or be reinvested into the brand, but franchisees do not receive a direct financial benefit. Franchisees are generally required to purchase the majority of their supplies, estimated at 99%, from approved suppliers. A smaller percentage, less than 1% for initial setup and about 25% for ongoing operations, constitutes Trade Secret Products that must be purchased from designated suppliers.

It's important for prospective franchisees to understand the distinction between Churchs Chicken and its parent company, Church's Holding, in this context. While Churchs Chicken itself does not receive rebates, the parent company benefits financially from the supply chain arrangements. This is a fairly common practice in franchising, where the franchisor or its affiliates negotiate with suppliers and may receive financial benefits based on system-wide purchases. Franchisees should consider this dynamic when evaluating the overall cost structure and profitability of a Churchs Chicken franchise.