How does Scrip raise money?

ALA purchases the store gift cards at a discount from a national Scrip company and local individual retailers. These discount percentages are indicated on the order form. You purchase the gift card at face value, and the Scrip program receives the difference. Example: purchase a $100 Safeway  card that has a 4% discount,  and the program receives a $4 rebate because ALA paid $96 for the card.