The official web site of the Lowell Alumni Association

The Lowell Alumni Association has teamed with eScrip to offer a new, convenient and completely painless way for alumni and friends to support Lowell. By registering with eScrip, local and national merchants make automatic donations to the Lowell Alumni Association when you shop at their stores. The program doesn't cost you a penny, but promises to generate thousands of dollars each year to support important programs at Lowell. Just shop as you normally would, knowing that you're helping a worthy cause.

There are three ways to get started:

Via the Internet:

Visit www.eScrip.com and register online.
Search by "Group Name" and enter "Lowell Alumni Association,"
or search by "Group ID" and enter "154836502"
The program will then guide you through the process of
registering your grocery cards or credit/debit cards.

Via Phone:
Call eScrip directly at (800) 592-0942 and tell them our name, "Lowell Alumni Association".
A helpful eScrip representative will then guide you through the procedure over the phone.

Via Mail:
Click on the following link to download an eScrip application form (134kb)
which has already been stamped with Lowell's Name and Group ID# (154836502).
Print it out, complete the application, and mail it to the address provided on the form to eScrip.

Frequently Asked Questions About eScrip

What is eScrip?
eScrip, Electronic Scrip Incorporated (ESI) is a California-based corporation dedicated to establishing relationships between commerce and community -- to provide resources to organizations and projects that support children. The eScrip program is a fund raising program that allows participating merchants to contribute a percentage of your grocery loyalty cards, credit card, and debit/ATM card purchases to the school or organization of your choice. Since 1999, over $70 million has been distributed to schools and groups.

How does eScrip work?
eScrip and over 150 merchant partners have created a hassle-free system that rewards customer loyalty by contributing a percentage of purchases to your chosen group. You shop the way you like to shop (grocery shopping, buying clothes, travel and entertainment). It's simple and convenient, all you need to do is register your grocery club card and debit/credit card(s).

Do my purchases cost more with eScrip?
No, there is no extra surcharge for participating in the eScrip program.

Is there a cost for signing up with eScrip?
No! It's completely free, so sign up today and please tell your friends and family about the eScrip program as well.

Which Bay Area merchants participate in the eScrip program?
A sample of participating merchants include: Safeway, Andronico's Market, Pak 'n Save, Eddie Bauer, Payless Shoes, Office Max, Big 5, AAMCO, Sharper Image, Round Table, Carl's Junior, American Airlines, and Delta Airlines.
Please check the eScrip website, www.escrip.com for a complete list of merchants from across the country.

Why would these merchants agree to give part of their profit away through eScrip?
The merchants receive a tax benefit for their contributions. They also participate in the program as a means of promoting greater loyalty among their customers, who have more incentive to shop at their stores.

How will I know that my cards have been registered?
You will be notified by mail when your cards have been registered and are ready for use on the eScrip program.

How will I know how much I have contributed using the eScrip program?
You will receive a regular summary report showing your eScrip program transactions and the amount contributed by the merchants to your organization. Your organization will also receive a monthly, consolidated report showing the amount contributed in your name.

What about privacy and security of any personal information?
eScrip, Electronic Scrip Incorporated (ESI), places a tremendous value on safeguarding your personal information. ESI will not license, sell, exchange, or distribute any specific information about its eScrip participants to any third parties who are not directly involved in the eScrip program. The eScrip program uses state-of-the art technology for customer support and administration. These systems have met strict requirements, in the areas of security and safety, of participating merchants and processors.