Support Wisconsin Businesses
100% of the certificate value goes to the locally-owned establishment that your recipient chooses—it works just like cash!
Easy Online Directory
Search for restaurants on the WRA Dining Guide.
Great for Any Occasion
- Special Events: Holidays, weddings, birthdays
- Milestones: Anniversaries, retirements
- Reward Achievements: Reaching goals and recognition
- Give-aways: Prize donations
- Gratitude: Thank you gifts, professional appreciation
Simple, Stress-free Shopping
Convenient online ordering or by phone at 800.589.3211.
Tips for Use
Locate a restaurant on the Online Dining Guide, then call ahead and mention your WRA gift certificate to the restaurant. Your certificate works just like cash, but restaurants will expect you to use the certificate for the full value upon presentation. And, remember to tip your hardworking server!
Free Custom Logo
Remind recipients of your company’s generosity. And you'll let restaurants know you support Wisconsin foodservice.
Submit your company logo with your online order or email to ssanders@wirestaurant.org
Tax Benefits
Client/customer gifts up to $25 are 100% tax deductible (for values over $25, the first $25 is deductible). Gifts given to a company (vs. an individual) are 100% deductible, regardless of the value. Gifts to employees are 100% tax deductible when the value is added to W-2 forms as income.
Take Advantage of Volume Discounts
Buy More & Save!!!
Total Gift Certificate Orders of:
(any combination of denominations)
2.5% off purchases $5,000 to $14,999
5.0% off purchases $15,000 to $39,999
7.5% off purchases of $40,000 or more
“The WRA Gift Certificate program is impeccable. I sent in a gift certificate on Monday for redemption and received a check on Thursday. I’m very happy with the service.”
–Moose from the Club Tavern in Middleton |
Treat Certificates as Cash
Make change for WRA Gift Certificates like a cash transaction – members are reimbursed the full face value.
Redemption is Quick and Easy
Fill out your restaurant name and address on the certificate, then mail the completed original certificate to WRA. WRA mails a check for the FULL FACE VALUE of the certificate within 10 business days.
Security Measures
Designed in black ink on ivory paper and has a watermark pattern. Bears a heat-activated Safeguard Secure Seal – when you hold a finger on the seal, the heat from your finger lightens the images and proves authenticity. Each certificate has a unique identification number.
Keep Staff Informed
WRA members are automatically enrolled in the program. Don’t forget to tell your staff that your establishment accepts WRA Gift Certificates. Download a Reminder Flyer (PDF) for posting or employee handbooks.
Promote Your Participation
Members that accept WRA Gift Certificates are listed in the online Dining Guide. Be sure to check the guide to ensure accuracy for your location(s). Visit the Members Only section or contact Kim Burns to update your information.
If you would like WRA Gift Certificate decals for posting (free!), or have questions about the program, please call 800.589.3211 or email Kathy Conrad. |