The Apple Gold Group, franchisee of Applebee’s restaurants in North Carolina, Oklahoma and Arkansas, is proud to have helped the Carolina International School Baseball of Harrisburg, NC raise over $1,100 in just three hours at a recent Flapjack Fundraiser. All proceeds raised will directly support the team, and efforts to establish an inaugural season for the middle school.

"Applebee’s continues to strive to be an active leader throughout the community," said Michael Olander, President and CEO of Apple Gold Group. "We are proud to have assisted the school’s fundraising efforts and we wish them all the best in their upcoming season."

The Carolina International School Baseball Flapjack Fundraiser was hosted on March 20, 2010 by the Applebee’s restaurant located at located at 8018 Concord Mills Blvd., Concord, NC. The group sold over 176 tickets and an additional $90 in donations was collected. Breakfast included a short stack of pancakes, sausage, milk, juice and coffee.

Applebee’s is proud to partner with any local non-profit organization as a way to raise money for their cause. From ticket sales to event-day staff, the breakfasts are managed by the non-profit organization with the assistance of Applebee’s employee volunteers. Breakfasts can be held on any Saturday or Sunday morning, and cost the organization around $2 a meal. The Applebee’s Flapjack Fundraisers represent the restaurant chain’s latest efforts to remain active within its local neighborhood. To request a Flapjack Fundraiser to benefit your non-profit organization, please visit www.AGGrestaurants.com.