No! Although we are based in Illinois, we are accepting founding vendors from across the country. If you’re a cottage food vendor anywhere in the U.S., you can still become a founding vendor and benefit from all the early access perks.

HomeMade Connect is now live! As a founding vendor, you will be among the first to access all platform features and services.

To become a founding vendor, simply click the "Join as a Founding Vendor" button on the website and complete the registration form. Signing up is FREE — and our First 100 Vendors receive a $10 credit on their first month. Once registered, you’ll have early access to the platform and all exclusive benefits.

You'll access exclusive benefits, including:

• Lifetime reduced commission rates (just 15% commission — half or less of what the big delivery apps charge (30%+)
• Priority access to commercial kitchen facilities once operational
• Co-ownership opportunities in mobile kitchens
• Early access to platform features and collaboration tools

These benefits are now available!

By becoming a founding member, you secure lower commission rates (15% commission vs half or less of what the big delivery apps charge (30%+) and priority access to kitchen facilities. This is an exclusive offer designed to reward early adopters.

You’ll have access to our affordable mobile kitchen facilities located within 5 miles of your home. These kitchens come with professional-grade equipment, and as a co-owner, you’ll have priority booking. Kitchen usage will be $15/hour, which is far lower than the typical $30-45/hour rates at traditional commercial kitchens.

Absolutely! One of the core features of HomeMade Connect is our vendor collaboration network. This allows you to connect, cross-promote, and create joint product bundles with other cottage food vendors. It’s designed to help you grow your business together rather than compete in isolation.

Yes! As a founding vendor, you can opt into the co-ownership program for the mobile kitchen facilities. This gives you equity in the kitchens, voting rights on kitchen decisions, and a share in profits. Co-ownership also means you’re not just renting kitchen space; you’re investing in a shared resource that you’ll benefit from long-term.

If you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out via our Contact Us page, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. You can also email or call us directly for a more immediate response.