The Apple Gold Group, franchisee of Applebee’s restaurants in North Carolina, Oklahoma and Arkansas, is proud to have helped the Mount Moriah Baptist Church Youth raise over $2,200 in just two-and-a-half hours at a recent Flapjack Fundraiser. Proceeds raised will assist with travel expenses for the group to attend a National Convention in June.

"Applebee’s continuously strives to be a strong supporter of local organizations for the youth in the community," said Michael Olander, President and CEO of the Apple Gold Group. "We are proud to have helped this group and wish them all the best at their upcoming convention."

The Mount Moriah Baptist Church Youth Flapjack Fundraiser was hosted on May 22, 2010 by the Applebee’s restaurant located on #6 Mabelvale Plaza Lane, Little Rock, AR. The group sold 100 tickets to the event and raised an additional $1,600 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.