Do company-owned Craters & Freighters businesses contribute to the Marketing Fund?

According to the 2025 Craters & Freighters FDD, company-owned or affiliate-owned Craters & Freighters franchised businesses are required to contribute to the Marketing Fund. These businesses contribute at the same percentage rate as franchisees. This means that company-owned locations do not receive preferential treatment regarding Marketing Fund contributions.

The Marketing Fund is used to promote the Craters & Freighters system through various advertising and marketing efforts. These efforts include advertising in local, regional, or national media, developing promotional materials, and undertaking public relations activities. The fund can also cover the costs of maintaining marketing efforts, including website maintenance, marketing agencies, and promotional items.

Franchisees should note that the Marketing Fund is intended to maximize brand recognition for the entire Craters & Freighters system. While franchisees are required to contribute, there is no guarantee that advertising expenditures from the fund will directly benefit any specific franchisee or be proportionate to their contributions. The FDD states that Craters & Freighters does not derive revenue from these contributions.