Frandowment Competition

We're granting a fee-free franchise to one deserving winner!

Business ownership is a dream for many. Owning an awesome robot-building enrichment business is even more of dream. But all too often, the financial hurdles to ownership are too difficult to overcome, especially for those who suffer from discrimination or inequity.

We are breaking down that barrier for one deserving winner of our FRANDOWMENT COMPETITION! 

The winner will be awarded a Brooklyn Robot Foundry franchise, and we will waive the initial franchise fee, the initial inventory cost, and all fees for the first year! The deserving individual will then be trained and supported as they build their new career as a Foundry franchisee!

What Does Fee-Free Mean?

  • Initial Investment

    WAIVED

  • Royalties for 1 Year

    WAIVED

  • Initial Inventory

    FREE

  • Tech Fee for 1 Year

    WAIVED

  • Marketing Fund for 1 Year

    WAIVED

Will It Be You?

We’re looking for candidates who are:

  • Business-savvy

    Ready to take control and run your own business?

  • Connected

    We're looking for community leaders with a strong understanding of their area.

  • Linked & Liked

    You'll need the support of your social media network to help you win.

  • Passionate

    Especially about diversifying the STEM field.

  • Trailblazers

    Ready to inspire and empower the next generation of makers.

  • In the NY/NJ/CT area

    Your business will need to be located within approximately 75 miles of our Brooklyn headquarters.

All Are Encouraged to Apply

  • We value and celebrate a diverse and inclusive community.

    The competition is open to all.

  • We encourage people of all communities to join the competition.

    Applications closed at 11:59pm, December 1, 2022.

Meet the Judges

Official rules, terms, and conditions found here.

  • Jenny Young

    Founder/CEO, Brooklyn Robot Foundry Expertise: Engineering, Systems/Processes, Event Management, Education

  • Stan Friedman, CFE

    Founder, Sensible Franchising Co-Founder, ZorForum Partner, FRM Solutions Founding Board Member, IFA Diversity Institute Board Member, IFA Education Foundation & Leadership Council Expertise: Franchising, Diversity, Relationship Management

  • Richard Snow

    VP, SBA National Franchise Relationship Manager, WSFS Bank Board Member, IFA Diversity Council Chair, IFA Black Franchise Leadership Council Expertise: Business, Diversity, Finance

  • Sheila Fischer

    President, MFV Expositions, National and International Franchise Event Leader Expertise: Franchising, Event Management, Sales

  • Eric Mayers

    Fractional CM, FlowASAP Franchise Owner, Kidokinetics Chief Marketing Officer, ZorForum Expertise: Marketing, Franchising

  • Beth Ames

    Director of Marketing Technology & Engineering, Google Expertise: UX Engineering, Marketing, Technology Enablement

  • Scott Greenberg

    Franchise Expert Business Performance Consultant Keynote Speaker & Author Expertise: Franchising, Marketing, Business Strategy

Want to Learn More About Franchise Opportunities?

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