Latest News Archive - February 2008

 
February 29, 2008
Longhorn Steakhouse Contribution Change

Effective Saturday, March 8, the non-profit contribution for Longhorn Steakhouse gift cards will change to 9%. The denomination is unchanged at $25.

February 29, 2008
See's Candies Price Change

Please advise your member families the See's Candies "One Pounder" gift certificate will be priced at $15 effective Saturday, March 8.

The non-profit contribution is unchanged at 25%.

February 26, 2008
Wal-Mart $250's Now Available

Please advise your member families that Wal-Mart is now available in a new $250 denomination in addition to the already popular $25 and $100 gift cards. The benefit and guidelines remain the same.

Great news...Burger King will be running a 2% bonus benefit effective Saturday, March 1st until Monday, March 31st, 2008. This means that for the whole month of March the $10 gift card will all be sold at a 6% benefit instead of the normal 4% benefit for the bonus period only.

The Burger King gift cards are redeemable at participating locations nationwide. The cards are not accepted at Universities, Airports, Malls, or military bases.

Burger King Corporation has identified childhood nutrition as a priority and has committed to helping children eat and live better by promoting balanced diets and active lifestyle choices. Burger King is striving to achieve a vision through enhanced menu offerings, increased education, and support of their HAVE IT YOUR WAY® brand promise.

Please advise your member families about this exciting offer.

February 22, 2008
T.G.I. Friday's® Benefit Increase

Great news... effective Saturday, February 23, 2008 the T.G.I. Friday's® benefit will increase from 8% to 9%. The $25 gift card is redeemable at participating T.G.I. Friday's® locations.

The Right Portion, Right Price menu can be summarized in one word: choice. Any day of the week and any time of day, Friday’s guests can now enjoy a variety of indulgent or ‘Better For You’ items in the portion size of their choice. The Right Portion, Right Price menu is featured at 582 U.S. T.G.I. Friday's® restaurant locations.

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February 22, 2008
Lillian Vernon No Longer Available

Effective immediately...Lillian Vernon is no longer available. All remaining inventory is gone. We have also learned Lillian Vernon will provide no refunds for Lillian Vernon certificates. Consequently, we urge our customers to immediately use any certificates as soon as possible.

To use your remaining certificates please contact Lillian Vernon's customer service department at 1-800-545-5426.

GLSC apologizes for the inconvenience, and we thank you for your patience and understanding. Please notify your member families as soon as possible.

February 21, 2008
L.L. Bean Bonus Contribution

Great Lakes Scrip Center and L.L. Bean are pleased to announce a 2% bonus on L.L. Bean gift cards starting Saturday March 1 through Friday March 21. That means you can purchase L.L. Bean gift cards with a 17% benefit instead of the regular 15% benefit during that time period only. GLSC offers L.L. Bean gift cards in $25 and $100 denominations.

L.L.Bean, Inc. has been a trusted source for quality apparel, reliable outdoor equipment and expert advice for more than 90 years, and now is a great time to visit L.L. Bean and see all the great new Spring fashions.

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February 21, 2008
JCPenney Bonus Contribution

Great Lakes Scrip Center and JCPenney are pleased to announce a 1% bonus on JCPenney gift cards starting Saturday March 1 through Friday March 21. That means you can purchase JCPenney gift cards with a 6% benefit instead of the regular 5% benefit during that time period only. GLSC offers JCPenney gift cards in $25 and $100 denominations.

JCPenney inspires customers with merchandise and services that offer quality and style at a smart price and reflect the full range of customers' life and style preferences. Visit your nearby JCPenney for fashionable new spring essentials.

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February 20, 2008
Mervyns Now Available

Great Lakes Scrip Center is pleased to announce the addition of Mervyns to our growing retailer list. Mervyns gift cards are now available in $25 denominations with a 6% non-profit benefit. Also, Meryvns gift cards cannot be used to pay Mervyns charge account balances.

Mervyns offers family friendly fashion and home decor from 189 locations in 10 states. Please notify your member families about this update.

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February 11, 2008
Marcus Theatres Benefit Increase

Exciting news! Effective Saturday, February 16, 2008 the Marcus Theatre benefit will increase from 5% to 9%. Marcus Theatre gift cards are available in a $25 denomination.

The card is redeemable for admission and concession purchases at participating Marcus theatre locations in Iowa, Wisconsin, Ohio, Minnesota, North Dakota and Illinois. They are also redeemable at Marcus Resorts (see Marcus Resorts for specific hotels), Brynwood Country Club in Milwaukee, WI and The Links at Grand Geneva in Lake Geneva, WI.

Please notify your member families about this update.

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February 11, 2008
Value City No Longer Available

We have recently learned that Value City Department Store will close more than 30 of their 110 stores. As a result, Value City Gift Cards are no longer available from Great Lakes Scrip Center effective immediately.

We have also learned Value City will provide no refunds for Value City gift cards. Consequently, we urge our customers to immediately use any Value City gift cards while your local stores are still open.

Please advise your member families as soon as possible.

Earlier this year, we announced JCPenney- America's favorite department store-would sponsor the "Every Day Matters" Cash Giveaway for GLSC customers. We are pleased to report three lucky non-profit organizations have won cash prizes, just for purchasing JCPenney Gift Cards during the promotion time period:

* The $1,000 winner is Holy Cross School in South Bend, IN. "Way cool!" said Holy Cross coordinator Sharon Flores when she learned her school was the big winner. "Our school could really use this."

* St. Joseph's School in Grand Rapids, MN is the winner of the $750 cash giveaway.

* The winner of the $500 check is rewarded to Preble Pom & Dance Team- Preble HS in Green Bay, WI.

Great Lakes Scrip Center congratulates the families of Holy Cross School, St. Joseph's School and Preble Pom & Dance Team- Preble HS and thanks JCPenney for sponsoring the $500, $750, $1,000 Cash Giveaways.

February 4, 2008
Del Taco Denomination Change

Please advise your member families that Del Taco is now available in a $10 gift card denomination only. The previously available $5 booklets are no longer available.

The non-profit benefit amount is unchanged at 4%.

February 4, 2008
Kwik Trip Back In Stock

In January we reported Kwik Trip was having difficulty replenishing our inventory. We pleased to report that Kwik Trip $100s and $20s are back in stock and available for order.

 
     
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