The Apple Gold Group, franchisee of Applebee’s restaurants in North Carolina, South Carolina, Oklahoma and Arkansas, is proud to have helped the HPU Lady Panthers 12U Softball Team raise over $1,800 at a recent Flapjack Fundraiser. Proceeds raised will go towards the girls’ upcoming season.

"We are excited for the HPU Lady Panthers as they raise money for another great season," said Michael Olander, President and CEO of the Apple Gold Group. "We are glad they chose our Flapjack Fundraiser Program to support their efforts and we wish them the best of luck."

The HPU Lady Panthers fundraiser was hosted on January 21, 2012, by the Applebee’s restaurant located at 6310 Allegacy Way, Clemmons, NC. The organization sold 250 tickets and an additional $381 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 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.