Safari Bites Franchise
Bring Safari Bites to Your City
Own a low-overhead, high-impact after-school program that blends global cooking, culture, robotics and STEM—built on a kid-founded brand parents and schools love.
WHY SAFARI BITES FRANCHISE?
Safari Bites is at the intersection of:
- Global cooking & culture
- STEM Exploration
- Hands-on learning & enrichment
Parents want enrichment that’s fun.
Schools want programs that are easy, safe and educational.
Communities want businesses that give back.
Safari Bites does all three.
As a Safari Bites franchise owner, you bring our programs into:
- elementary schools
- community centers
- after-school programs
- seasonal camps
with no restaurant buildout, no kitchen, and very low fixed costs.
WHAT MAKES SAFARI BITES DIFFERENT?
1. Kid-Founded, Parent-Backed Brand
- Safari Bites was created by 9-year-old founder Madhav Somani, supported by his dad, energy scientist Abhishek Somani.
It’s authentic, fresh, and instantly relatable to families.
2. Dual Revenue Streams
You’re not just selling one thing:
- Global Kitchen – after-school cooking, culture & food science
- STEM Explorers – after-school projects
Schools can offer one or both tracks, giving you multiple ways to grow.
3. Low Overhead, High Flexibility
- No permanent center required
- No ovens, stoves, or deep fryers
- Programs run in existing school spaces
- Materials are portable and easy to store
4. School-Friendly & Parent-Approved
- Safety-first curriculum
- No cutting, open flames, or complex equipment
- Clear alignment with STEM, wellness, and global education goals
5. Built-In Impact
5% of every class fee supports the KGS Foundation, helping provide food and education to families in need.
Your local business links directly to a real, measurable impact.
HOW THE BUSINESS WORKS
As a Safari Bites franchisee, your main job is to:
- Offer after-school programs
- Run seasonal camps (summer, winter, holiday)
- We train you on what to look for
- You build a small local team of teachers or facilitators
- 300 week Global Kitchen curriculum
- 300 week STEM Curriculum
Seasonal camp programs (summer, winter, festivals)
- Add more schools
- Add camps and special events
- Later, possibly add corporate events, community workshops or pop-ups
You’re running a mobile, school-based enrichment business.
WHAT YOU GET AS A FRANCHISEE
When you join Safari Bites, you receive:
✔ Exclusive Territory
A defined, protected area (typically based on school districts or zip codes) where only you can offer Safari Bites programs.
Complete Curriculum Library
- 300-week global cooking + culture program
- 300-week STEM Curriculum
45 Weeks of Seasonal camp curriculum (summer, winter, festival days) - Instructor scripts, shopping lists, lesson plans, passports, parent handouts
Operations Systems & Playbooks
- Franchise Operations Manual
- Launch Week Binder
- Territory Mapping Guide
- Marketing templates & sample emails
- School outreach scripts
Training & Ongoing Support
- Initial training on curriculum, operations & school sales
- Ongoing support calls
- Access to updated curriculum & new offerings
Brand Assets
- Use of the Safari Bites name & logo
- Brand guidelines
- Sample website copy and social content
- Access to our kid-founder brand story (Madhav) and impact narrative
IDEAL FRANCHISE PARTNER
Safari Bites is a strong fit if you are:
- A parent, educator, or community leader who cares about kids
- Comfortable talking with schools, PTAs, and families
- Excited about food, culture and/or STEM (you don’t have to be a chef or engineer—we train you)
- Organized, reliable, and willing to follow a proven system
- Looking for a business that feels meaningful, not just transactional
You do not need restaurant experience.
You do not need to be a STEM expert.
You do need:
- people skills
- follow-through
- a genuine desire to build something positive in your community
INVESTMENT SNAPSHOT
We’ll finalize exact numbers in your Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), but a typical model looks like this:
- Initial Franchise Fee: around $7,000 per territory
- Royalty: typically 5% of gross revenue (after the first year, if you choose a ramp-up period)
- Startup Supplies & Materials: curriculum printing, basic tools, marketing, and initial inventory (cost varies by market and scale)
We keep the model lean and school-centered, so you’re investing in:
- relationships with schools
- local instructors
- portable materials
— not in expensive buildouts or equipment.
This is not an earnings claim. Exact costs, fees, and terms are outlined in the official Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), which you must review before making any decision.
TRAINING & SUPPORT
You’re not doing this alone.
Initial Training
- Program & brand training
- Curriculum orientation (food + STEM)
- How to approach schools and PTAs
- How to schedule and staff classes
- Operations, safety, and reporting basics
Ongoing Support
- Regular check-ins as you launch
- Updated curriculum and seasonal programs
- Access to best practices from other franchisees
- Marketing support templates & ideas
Our job:
GROWTH & EXPANSION
Start with a single territory and a few schools.
As you grow, you may:
- Add more schools in your territory
- Launch seasonal camps and special events
- Add more instructors
- Consider additional territories nearby
You decide whether Safari Bites is a side-hustle, part-time business, or full-time multi-school operation over time.
HOW TO BECOME A SAFARI BITES FRANCHISEE
You’re not doing this alone.
- Step 1 – Submit an Interest Form
- Step 2 – Meet the Team
- Step 3 – Review the FDD
- Step 4 – Territory & Agreement
- Step 5 – Training & Launch Plan
- Step 6 – Go LiveStep 6 – Go Live
Tell us about you, your city, and why Safari Bites interests you.
We’ll schedule a call to answer questions, talk about your goals, and see if there’s a mutual fit.
You’ll receive the official Franchise Disclosure Document outlining fees, obligations, and details.
We agree on your territory and finalize the Franchise Agreement.
Attend training, follow your Launch Week Binder, and start building school partnerships.
Run your first Safari Bites programs—and start building your after-school adventure business.
FRANCHISE FAQ
No. We train you on both the Global Kitchen and STEM Explorers programs. A love for kids, learning, and organization matters more
Yes. Many franchisees start part-time while they grow their school network.
No. Safari Bites can thrive in suburbs and mid-size towns too. Territories are based on school counts and population, not just city size.
Timelines vary, but many franchisees can begin running their first classes within a few months of signing—depending on school calendars and onboarding.
In some regions, yes. If you’re interested in country-level or multi-city rights, mention this in your application.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Duration:
Locations:
Partner schools in Colorado & South Carolina (expanding soon)
Cost:
Typically starts around $75 per month
(final pricing may vary by school & program)
If your child likes snacks, stories, robots, or science (or all four),
this is the after-school activity they didn’t know they needed.
If you’ve ever thought:
Safari Bites might be the right adventure.
Low overhead.
School-friendly.
Kid-founded.
Backed by a scientist dad who believes in building things that last.
Can I Sign Up My Kid? Like, Right Now?
We were hoping you’d ask! Here’s what you need to know:
🕒 Duration:
1 hour per week.
📍 Where:
Schools in Colorado & South Carolina.
💰 Cost:
$65 per month
Spots are filling fast! If your kid likes snacks, stories, or science (or all three), this is the after-school activity they didn’t know they needed.
Oh, and One Last Thing…
So when you sign up, you’re not just enrolling your child in a super fun, super engaging, super delicious program—you’re also helping other kids get access to the food and learning they need. Pretty cool, right? Now, go ahead. Click the button. Let’s start this adventure together.