What is The Parrot?
Established in 1922 and headquartered in Historic Downtown Helena, The Parrot has evolved from a local family-owned shop into a significant player in the specialty food market. The company specializes in high-quality, hand-dipped chocolates, utilizing fresh, natural ingredients to produce a diverse range of offerings, including caramels, wafers, and bulk confectionery. With an annual consumption of ten tons of chocolate, the firm maintains a unique market position that bridges traditional craftsmanship with modern retail demands, supported by both a physical soda bar presence and a growing e-commerce delivery platform.
How much funding has The Parrot raised?
The Parrot has raised a total of $1.2M across 2 funding rounds:
Debt
$62K
Debt
$1.2M
Debt (2021): $62K with participation from PPP
Debt (2025): $1.2M led by First Bank of the Lake
Key Investors in The Parrot
First Bank of the Lake
A regional financial institution providing commercial banking services and debt financing solutions to established businesses.
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
What's next for The Parrot?
Looking ahead, the strategic roadmap for The Parrot involves scaling its manufacturing capabilities to accommodate broader market reach. The recent debt financing provides the necessary liquidity to optimize supply chain logistics and potentially expand its digital footprint. As the company navigates this growth phase, the focus will likely remain on balancing the preservation of its century-old heritage with the efficiencies required of a modern enterprise. Investors and stakeholders will be monitoring how this capital deployment influences the company's ability to capture a larger share of the premium chocolate market while maintaining its reputation for quality and authenticity.
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