The Apple Gold Group, franchisee of Applebee’s restaurants in North Carolina, Oklahoma and Arkansas, is proud to have helped the Oakwoods Baptist Church Relay for Life Team of Wilkesboro, NC raise over $1,100 in just three hours at a recent Flapjack Fundraiser. All proceeds raised will support the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life event and raise funds for cancer research.

"The Apple Gold Group is always delighted to work with such a respected organization as Relay for Life," said Michael Olander, President and CEO of Apple Gold Group. "We had a wonderful time working with this group and hope that they will turn to us for future fundraising support."

The Oakwoods Baptist Church Relay for Life Team Flapjack Fundraiser was hosted on April 10, 2010 by the Applebee’s restaurant located on 1909 A Highway 421, Wilkesboro, NC. The group sold 120 tickets and an additional $464 in donations was raised. 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.