The Apple Gold Group, franchisee of Applebee’s restaurants in North Carolina, Oklahoma and Arkansas, is proud to have helped Word of Life Community Church of Knightdale, NC raise over $1,100 in just three hours at a recent Flapjack Fundraiser. All proceeds raised will directly support start-up expenses for the Church’s new location.

"Applebee’s takes great pride in assisting local non-profit organizations and programs," said Michael Olander, President and CEO of Apple Gold Group. "The employees and volunteers were extremely helpful in making this fundraiser a great success."

The Word of Life Community Church of Knightdale, NC Flapjack Fundraiser was hosted on May 1, 2010 by the Applebee’s restaurant located on 6609 Knightdale Blvd., Knightdale, NC. The group sold over 160 tickets to the event and an additional $180 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.