A method, system, and computer program product for implementing a
marketing application using a store card as a Reward Card, Rebate Card,
Pre-paid Script Program Card, Incentive Card, and/or Gift Card, as well
as a Frequent Shopper Card. A card provided in association with an
initial credit is also associated with an identification and account
stored in a computer database memory, and the identification in the card
enables the retailer to subsequently allow the consumer to use the card
for additional computer based marketing, debit, and credit activity.