The Apple Gold Group, franchisee of Applebee’s restaurants in North Carolina, Oklahoma and Arkansas, is proud to have helped the Turner Farms Marlyn Swim Team raise over $1,200 in just two hours at a recent Flapjack Fundraiser. All proceeds raised will directly support the youth swim team program.

"The Apple Gold Group continues to reach out to youth athletic teams and assist them with their fundraising efforts," said Michael Olander, President and CEO of the Apple Gold Group. "We are delighted to have helped this team raise funds and awareness for their swim program."

The Turner Farms Marlyn Swim Team Flapjack Fundraiser was hosted on Saturday, June 19, 2010 by the Applebee’s restaurant located at 5158 NC Hwy. 42 West, Garner, NC. The group sold over 255 tickets and an additional $55 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.