The Apple Gold Group, franchisee of Applebee’s restaurants in North Carolina, Oklahoma and Arkansas, is proud to have helped Classen School of Advanced Studies (SAS), German American Partnership Program (GAPP) of Oklahoma City, OK raise over $1,000 in just two and a half hours at a recent Flapjack Fundraiser. All proceeds raised will directly cover travel expenses for a four week student trip to Germany in June, 2010.

"This Flapjack Fundraiser was extremely successful in raising funds needed to support this student program," said Michael Olander, President and CEO of Apple Gold Group. "Our team had a great experience working with the passionate students and volunteers from this organization."

The SAS GAPP Flapjack Fundraiser was hosted on April 10, 2010 by the Applebee’s restaurant located on 2610 W. Memorial Road, Oklahoma City, OK. The group sold over 190 tickets to the event. 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.