What is the initial advertising contribution amount to the Media Fund for a Stretch Zone franchise?
Stretch_Zone Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | Column 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| To Whom Payment Is To Be Made | |||||
| Initial Advertising | $500 | Lump Sum | On signing the | Us | |
| Contribution to | Franchise | ||||
| Media Fund17 | Agreement |
Source: Item 6 — ITEM -6 OTHER FEES (FDD pages 16–33)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Stretch Zone Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must make an initial advertising contribution of $500 to the Media Fund. This contribution is paid as a lump sum when signing the Franchise Agreement and is payable to Stretch Zone. The contribution will be deducted from ClubReady remittances.
This initial advertising contribution is in addition to other advertising expenses franchisees will incur. Stretch Zone will assist with the grand opening plan, providing promotional support such as social media scheduling and posting, email scheduling and sending, photography, press release writing and promotion, and print assets. Franchisees are also obligated to contribute to advertising cooperatives, if formed in their Designated Marketing Area (DMA), up to 2% of monthly Gross Revenues, which will be credited against their Local Advertising obligations.
Prospective franchisees should factor this initial advertising contribution into their startup costs and understand the ongoing advertising obligations to effectively market their Stretch Zone business. Understanding the details of the grand opening support and the potential for advertising cooperative contributions is also crucial for budgeting and marketing strategy.