Our Story
Hardy Funnel Cakes is more than just a dessert business—it’s a symbol of community, hope, family, and legacy. Founded and owned by Rodney Hardy, the business was born from a deep-rooted passion for food, family, and faith.
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As a family-owned and operated business, Hardy Funnel Cakes represents the heart and unity of the Hardy family. Each member plays a vital role in ensuring that every event, every funnel cake, and every customer experience reflects the family’s shared values of love, integrity, and excellence. The business thrives on teamwork, with family members working side by side to prepare, serve, and connect with the community. This family bond is what gives Hardy Funnel Cakes its warm, welcoming atmosphere and personal touch that customers have come to love.
For the past 7 years, Hardy Funnel Cakes has been providing smiles and delight through unmatched tasty funnel cakes to children, adults, community and civic organizations, weddings, county festivals, religious and school events. As a small family business, Hardy Funnel Cakes is a certified special event vendor with a ServSafe license and proudly serves the best Hot & Fresh Funnel Cakes, Fried Oreos, and other treats across Pennsylvania, Delaware, and South New Jersey counties.
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Mr. Hardy
Rodney Hardy was born and raised in the Erie Avenue section of North Philadelphia, where his culinary journey began at a young age. Inspired by his father, Willie “Sunny” Hardy, Rodney learned that entrepreneurship is not only about profit but about purpose—rebuilding lives, restoring hope, and being a beacon of light and peace in communities that need it most. His mother, Dora Hardy, instilled in him strong spiritual values and the guiding principle that “Only what you do for God counts.”
These lessons shaped Rodney’s character and work ethic, forming the foundation of Hardy Funnel Cakes. His father’s example of hard work and community service continues to influence every aspect of the business today. Rodney believes that being a business owner means being an active part of the community—giving back, uplifting others, and creating opportunities for growth.
Rodney holds a Bachelor of Elementary Education from Morris College and a Master of Human Services from Lincoln University. His educational background and passion for service merge seamlessly in his work, both in business and in mentorship.
Through his Teen Entrepreneur Empowerment Program, Rodney invests in the next generation by teaching young people the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, leadership, and community engagement through hands-on training experiences
Together We Are Hardy Funnel Cake
My Son Micah
As a senior in high school, he is nothing short of “My right-hand man.” He has been working with me every step of the way since our inception 4 years ago. He was then 14. Now there is no part of the business he cannot do. I am proud of the young man he is and look forward to the man he will become.
My Wife
My wife is my partner in life, family, and business. When Hardy Funnel Cakes began, it was my wife on the other side of every tote, tent, table, fryer, good day, bad day, feeling like quitting day, and ready to move forward. Simply put, Thank You, My Love.
Daughters: Maya & Milan
Please know that every brick laid, each obstacle overcome, every fear championed, and every day we serve others, I am working with you both in my heart.
