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Philadelphia, PA

Raising capital to expand production capacity, enhance marketing, and grow distribution for a sustainable American original cheese brand.

• Growth-focused use of funds: Capital will support equipment, packaging updates, website enhancement, and sales & marketing staffing.
• Sustainable production model: Partners with small local family farms committed to regenerative agriculture.
• Award-winning product: Over 20 international awards in four years.
• Expanding distribution: Targets thousands of new retail points and robust direct-to-consumer growth.
• Experienced leadership: Founder Yoav Perry brings deep expertise and industry recognition.

Perrystead Dairy is raising funds to support their growth into a larger production facility, aimed at increasing their capacity significantly while maintaining a lean staffing model. The proceeds from this offering will be used primarily as working capital to acquire new equipment, update packaging, enhance their website, and expand their sales and marketing team. This expansion will allow Perrystead Dairy to reduce costs while increasing product value and reach, targeting a substantial increase in distribution points and direct-to-consumer sales.

Perrystead Dairy is an urban cheesemaker based in Philadelphia, specializing in American original cheeses crafted with a focus on sustainability and regenerative farming practices. Their cheeses reflect a blend of heritage techniques and innovative approaches, honoring local farmers and the natural richness of the region. With numerous awards and a growing presence in national retail and hospitality markets, the company aims to set a new standard for American cheese by expanding production and market reach through this fundraising effort.

Company Info

Perrystead Dairy produces award-winning American original cheeses using sustainable practices and plans to scale through increased production and expanded distribution.

Perrystead Dairy is an urban cheese producer based in Philadelphia that specializes in crafting American original cheeses combining traditional and innovative techniques. The company works closely with small local family farms that practice regenerative agriculture, rotational grazing, and high standards of animal husbandry to source quality milk. Since its founding in 2021, Perrystead has earned 20 international awards and established national distribution through fine purveyors, top hospitality venues, and major retailers such as Whole Foods, Kroger, and Albertsons.

The business plans to expand into a larger 10,000 square foot facility equipped with highly efficient machinery to increase production capacity twentyfold while only doubling staff. This expansion aims to reduce costs by 40% and enhance product value through innovative packaging that naturally extends shelf life. Perrystead’s direct-to-consumer program and new distribution partnerships target growth to reach 5,000 retail points over four years. Funding is intended primarily for working capital, equipment, packaging, website updates, and hiring sales and marketing staff.