Shipley Do-Nuts

https://shipleydonuts.com/

Fund:

Fund VII

Status:

Current

Industry:

Franchising & Multi-Unit

Headquarters:

Houston, Texas

Date Invested:

July 2025

Date Realized:

N/A

Founded in 1936, Shipley is a leading franchisor of shops providing handcrafted, fresh-made-daily donuts, kolaches and coffee. With more than 60 varieties of donuts and kolaches, Shipley has built a strong reputation during its nearly 90-year operating history for providing high quality products and exceptional customer service.

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