Jack’s Donuts Bankruptcy Shakes Indiana – 64-Year-Old Doughnut Chain Faces Uncertain Future
Jack’s Donuts – an Indiana-based donut chain founded in 1961 – stunned local fans and franchisees by filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in late October 2025whatnow.com. Chapter 11 is a form of bankruptcy that allows a business to reorganize its finances under court supervision rather than liquidate entirelywrtv.com. In practical terms, this means Jack’s Donuts is not closing its doors. The company will continue operating while it restructures debt and crafts a turnaround plan under oversight of the bankruptcy court.
