Vetter's Organic Ice Cream
Vetter's Organic Ice Cream is a San Clemente-based brand making gluten-free, dairy-free ice cream sandwiches and pints. Founded by Ashley Vetter after her husband Justin's Parkinson's diagnosis, the company partners with the Michael J. Fox Foundation and is stocked in over 50 stores nationwide.
The Story
Vetter's Organic Ice Cream is a San Clemente-based brand founded by Ashley Vetter. The company makes gluten-free, dairy-free ice cream sandwiches and pints using organic ingredients, dates, and maple syrup instead of refined sugar.
What began as a personal mission to find healthy treats for her husband Justin, who was diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2014, has grown into a brand stocked in over 50 stores. The company is USDA Organic Certified and partners with the Michael J. Fox Foundation, having raised over $650,000 for Parkinson's research.
With a mission to make healthy, delicious ice cream accessible, Vetter's continues to expand its retail presence and develop new product lines while staying true to its California roots.
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Company Timeline
2014 — Ashley Vetter starts developing healthy ice cream recipes
After her husband Justin's Parkinson's diagnosis, Ashley Vetter begins experimenting with organic, dairy-free ice cream recipes in her home kitchen.
2016 — Vetter's Organic Ice Cream founded
Ashley Vetter founds Vetter's Organic Ice Cream in San Clemente, California, with a mission to make healthy, delicious ice cream accessible.
2017 — First store placement
Vetter's Organic Ice Cream secures its first store placement, beginning its retail expansion.
2020 — Michael J. Fox Foundation Partnership
Vetter's partners with the Michael J. Fox Foundation to raise funds for Parkinson's research, combining business success with social impact.
2022 — 50+ Store Placements
The brand is stocked in over 50 stores, with acceptance into 50 more, and opens its first retail shop.
2025 — $650,000 Raised for Parkinson's Research
Vetter's Organic Ice Cream raises over $650,000 for Parkinson's research through its partnership with the Michael J. Fox Foundation, while approaching $500,000 in annual revenue.