The Apple Gold Group, franchisee of Applebee’s restaurants in North Carolina, Oklahoma and Arkansas, is proud to have helped Christ Gospel Church of Midwest City, OK raise over $1,000 in just two hours at a recent Flapjack Fundraiser. All proceeds raised will go toward funding for a youth leadership conference to Jeffersonville, Indiana.

"Applebee’s takes great pride in serving local organizations and non-profit groups," said Michael Olander, President and CEO of Apple Gold Group. "This is a remarkable group of young leaders, and we are delighted to have assisted them in their fundraising efforts."

The Christ Gospel Church Flapjack Fundraiser was hosted on April 17, 2010 by the Applebee’s restaurant located at 608 Air Depot Blvd., Midwest City, OK. The group sold 150 tickets and an additional $160 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.