A simple program that gives everyday Americans the opportunity to donate pocket change by rounding up their purchase to the nearest dollar.

1. RO U ND UP. DON ATE CH AN G E. MA KE A DIFFERENC E.
rounditupamerica.org

2. A simple program that gives everyday Americans
the opportunity to donate pocket change by rounding
up their purchases to the nearest dollar.
While the individual donations may be nominal,
their collective sum is powerful.

3. How does it work?
Credit card receipts include a line
called “Round Up For Charity.”
Guests simply round up
to the nearest dollar.

4. Yard House has
approximately 5,600
Round It Up America TM
opportunities every day

5. Each Yard House
location raises an
average of
$41.50 per day
$1,037 collectively

6. 365 days a year

7. Yard House is on track to raise
over $350,000 in its’ first year with
Round It Up America TM

8. Imagine the possibilities
of a full scale movement
within the restaurant
community

9. Mission Partner Possibilities
500 restaurants raising an average of $25/day =
$4,537,500 annually
5,000 restaurants raising an average of $25/day =
$45,375,000 annually

10. Mission Partner Possibilities
California is home to
90,000 restaurants.

11. How will the funds be granted?
95% of funds raised by Round It Up America™
will directly benefit the communities we serve
75% • FLEXIBLE GIVING
granted to non-profits recommended by the trustee/s in Mission Partners
respective communities
10% • NATIONAL RELIEF
will service a National Fund that will be guided by Round It Up America
trustees based on national needs.
10% COMBINED • EDUCATION
5% allocated to the corresponding State Restaurant Educational Foundation
5% is granted for educational programs of Mission Partner’s choosing
3% • ADMINISTRATION & MARKETING
allocated to the corresponding State Restaurant Association for administrative
costs
2% • COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
allocated to cover the Administator/Community Foundation administrative costs

12. Who can you help?
Local non-profit agencies, including food
banks, homeless shelters, crisis relief centers,
emergency assistance for military troops and their
families, and services that protect the welfare of
children and older adults living in our communities.

13. In The News
Round It Up America™
makes Nation’s Restaurant News
on October 26, 2009

14. Supported Organizations

15. Testimonials
“For many years I have been trying to convince American Express
to make a program like this available. I hope you can convince other
chains to participate in this sensational program. Thank you for thinking
so kindly about the less fortunate in America.”
Arthur Auerbach, Yard House Guest
“Times are really tough right now, and I personally think Round It
Up America is great! We’re able to help three different organizations
in our community and it makes me proud.”
Theresa Munoz, Yard House Food Server

16. Testimonials
“We are delighted to be selected as a recipient of Round It Up
America. Based on your projects this would equal 44,000 meals
for our community, so THANK YOU!! We’re excited to promote
the program in the Metro Denver area and get lots of supporters
of the Food Bank to the restaurant to participate.”
Janie Gianotsos, Director of Marketing & Community Relations,
Food Bank of the Rockies
“Round It Up America is a great way to make a charitable
contribution to support needs in our community. The concept
has potential for tremendous leverage.”
Shelley Hoss, President, Orange County Community Foundation

17. Program Administration
Round It Up America™ is administered by Orange
County Community Foundation (OCCF), a non-profit
organization with a mission to encourage, support
and facilitate philanthropy. OCCF serves donors and
nonprofit agencies working towards a common goal:
to improve the quality of life for our communities.