Free Green Can, LLC is a unique recycling and advertising concept providing the public with recycling opportunities while simultaneously providing advertisers an opportunity to support recycling efforts. Our recycling kiosks are uniquely designed for easy use by the public and waste haulers. Their attractive exterior is an ideal place for advertisers to promote their product. Our franchise company, FGC Franchises, LLC, was developed to distribute our recycling kiosk around the country. The public should be able to recycle when they are on the go. With the placement of every recycle kiosk, energy, water, and trees are saved. Free Green Can relies on its franchisees, Owner/Operators, to play a key role in our success. Free Green Can is committed to franchising as a prevalent way of doing business.    We are actively seeking highly qualified business people to join our organization to own and operate their own franchise. Owning a Free Green Can franchise is a remarkable opportunity. We are seeking individuals with significant business experience who have successfully owned or managed multiple business units or have led multiple departments. These individuals should be passionate about growing our business, providing excellent services, making money and having fun.   WHY Free Green Can? Free Green Can recognizes that the key to over all success is through our franchisees. We can not succeed unless our Owners/Operators do. We are committed to their success. We listen very carefully to their needs and concerns, which allows us to collaborate with them and contribute to their success. TRAINING Our franchising system is built on the premise that Free Green Can can be successful only if our Owner/Operators are successful. We believe in a partnering relationship with our Owner/Operators, Suppliers and Employees. This relationship begins with training. You will become an operational expert focused on providing outstanding service.   SUPPORT SYSTEM Being a Free Green Can Owner/Operator offers you many advantages - from the training, and the support we provide, to the opportunity to own a thriving and successful business. Essentially, here's what you receive when you become a Free Green Can Owner/Operator: Own your own business and receive the rewards that come from being responsible for your own success. You are in business for yourself, but not by yourself.  Use of our trademarks and operating system. The tools to help you in your business: a dedicated franchisee liaison, and support in the areas of operations, training, advertising, marketing, and maintenance. The enjoyment that comes from working with people, from your staff to your hosts, sponsors, advertisers and community. Personal and business growth and satisfaction, as an individual Owner/Operator. PURCHASING YOUR FRANCHISE   The financial requirements vary depending on the method of acquisition. Financial Requirements/Down Payment We require franchises purchasing a Free Green Can franchise to pay an initial franchise fee of $30,000 and purchase a minimum quantity of recycling kiosks (based on the population of the franchisee's territory) when starting a Free Green Can business. The down payment must come from non-borrowed personal resources, which include cash on hand; securities, bonds, and debentures; vested profit sharing (net of taxes); and business or real estate equity, exclusive of your personal residence. Since the total cost varies from franchise to franchise, the minimum amount for a down payment will vary. Generally, we require a minimum of $10,000 of non-borrowed personal resources to consider you for a franchise. Franchises will also incur other initial investment expenses in starting a Free Green Can business. Financing Affiliates of Free Green Can do offer financing. If you meet our then-current eligibility requirements, our affiliate will provide financing for up to 70% of your initial franchise fee for up to five years.  Not all franchisees will meet our criteria and we or out affiliates have no obligation to provide financing.  Currently we determine whether you meet our criteria by reviewing your net worth, ability to make a down payment and your credit history.     This information is not intended as an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise.  It is for information purposes only.   Currently, the following states regulate the offer and sale of franchises:  California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin.  If you are a resident of one of these states, we will not offer you a franchise unless and until we have complied with applicable pre?sale registration and disclosure requirements in your jurisdiction.     US FRANCHISE APPLICATION   *Please note: THIS IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION.   DOWNLOAD FRANCHISE APPLICATION PDF     FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS   NOTE:The Free Green Can Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) answers all questions regarding our Owner/Operator's opportunities. The FDD is available in electronic format as a PDF file or as a paper copy. The following list of questions is a brief response to typical inquires. If there is any inconsistency or conflict between these questions and the FDD, the FDD will control.     1.       How much money can I make?   Profitability depends on many factors including operating and occupancy costs, financing terms, and most importantly you ability to operate the business effectively.   2.       What qualities does Free Green Can seek in a prospective Owner/Operator?   Prospective Owner/Operators must, at a minimum, have the following qualities:   Significant business experience; we are particularly interested in individuals who have demonstrated successful ownership or management of multiple business units or have managed multiple departments.  Individuals who possess the capability to grow rapidly with Free Green Can. The ability to develop and execute a business plan. An entrepreneurial spirit and strong desire to work hard and be part of an established franchise system. Ability to manage finances including a thorough understanding of business financial statements. Commitment to personally manage the day-to-day operations. Willingness to complete a program and become proficient in all aspects of operating a Free Green Can business. An acceptable credit history Sufficient liquid assets (i.e., cash) to invest into the business. Please note not everyone who meets the above qualifications will be offered a franchise opportunity.    3.       What happens after I submit my on-line application? You will receive confirmation that your application has been submitted. We will contact you to indicate our interest in working with you. Selected applicants will be invited to interview in person or via phone, with us to discuss potential opportunities. If you have additional questions regarding franchise opportunities with Free Green Can, please contact us via phone or email

An example (above) of the large format ads that enable Free Green Can to bring public recycling to communities, venues and businesses. Learn how to advertise your brand and share your "green message" on Free Green Can. Click here Franchising Facts: The franchise industry accounts for 40% of all retail sales in the US. Approximately one out of every 12 businesses in the U.S. is a franchise business. The franchising industry and businesses employs over 18 million people in the U.S. Recycling Facts: Recycling creates 1.1 million U.S. jobs, $236 billion in gross annual sales and $37 billion in annual payrolls. Recycling creates four jobs for every one job created in the waste management and disposal industries. Thousands of U.S. companies have saved millions of dollars through their voluntary recycling programs. They wouldn't recycle if it didn't make economic sense. Public sector investment in local recycling programs pays great dividends by creating private sector jobs. For every job collecting recyclables, there are 26 jobs in processing the materials and manufacturing them into new products.