About Us

Ad Resources has been publishing "Dining & Shopping Spree" coupon books for fundraising groups in Texas since SMU graduate, Phil Read, founded the company in Dallas in 1985. Our company expanded into the Houston area and Austin area in 1987 and now publishes coupon books in over 20 market areas in the eastern half of Texas . Our success over the past two decades is due, in large part, to our determination to produce the highest quality book of savings so that customers receive outstanding value in return for their support.

Participating businesses are not charged a fee to participate, which enables the merchant or restaurant to pass that savings on to the customer with a higher than normal discount. All offers feature totally free or 50% off merchandise and services, and "2 for 1" dining and entertainment. Depending on the size of the market, books feature between 300 and 600 certificates. Each offer averages $10 to $15 in savings. Once our customers redeem 2 or 3 certificates, their book pays for itself! Books range in value from $5,000 to $10,000 in total potential savings and sell for only $39.95. Shipping and delivery costs are included in the price. Quantity discounts are available for companies and groups of any size.

"Dining & Shopping Spree " books feature up to 9 different categories with participating businesses listed alphabetically for easy and quick reference. These categories normally include Casual & Fine Dining, Miscellaneous Restaurants, Entertainment & Golf, Auto Services, Health & Beauty Services, General Merchandise & Services, Statewide Attractions, and Galveston Hotels & Attractions. Our books feature something for everyone! Certificates may be redeemed by any member of the family (they are transferable) and are valid for 12 to 14 months at the time of publication.

In the larger, metropolitan areas of Houston , Dallas, and Austin, books are customized for outlying, suburban areas. 90% of offers in these markets are from local area businesses which helps the customer maximize savings since all the participating merchants, restaurants, and entertainment venues are close to home.

Another reason for the popularity and success of Ad Resources' "Dining & Shopping Spree" promotions is that a portion of the profits from all books sold benefit local High School Booster Clubs , the local Chamber of Commerce, Youth Sports League, or Community Service Organization.