once again accessible to more than the very wealthy.

Here are some fun facts about our illustrious new offering:

• The company traces its roots to a textile company called Valley Falls, founded in 1838
• In the past few decades, it has closed all of its remaining textile operations (the last one closing in 1985)
• Holdings now include GEICO, Fruit of the Loom, Dairy Queen, and Kirby vacuums (among many others)
• At nearly 27,000 participants, Berkshire Hathaway’s annual shareholder meeting is among Omaha, NE’s largest events (rivaled only by the College World Series)
• Even as a child, Warren Buffett had an entrepreneurial spirit, going door-to-door selling chewing gum, Coca-Cola, or weekly magazines
• By the time Buffett graduated college at 19, he had already accumulated what, by today’s standards, would be comparable to $90,000 of wealth

If you’ve been wondering what to get an upcoming graduate, this may be just the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Inspire them with the success of one of America’s greatest investors with a share in Berkshire Hathaway.

At OneShare, a distinct subsection of our market has always been stock for kids. The tangibility of a framed share can be the perfect way to spark a young person’s interest in savings and finance. Now, through our partnership with ShareBuilder, OneShare customers have the chance to take the next step.

Scott, one of our resident Parent Investment Experts for OneShare Investments*, opened ShareBuilder accounts for his two boys a few years ago:

“The younger one – who was only 11 at the time – chose shares in India and China since he has friends from both countries. His timing and choices turned out well. Now he hopes to have enough money for a trip to Europe after he graduates from high school. Having a particular goal in mind has helped motivate him to save. Later, he’ll look back on his trip and know that it was something he saved for himself. It’s been a great opportunity and a valuable lesson.”

If you’ve been meaning to start a brokerage account, for yourself or for a child, this exclusive offer through OneShare may be the opportunity you’ve been looking for. When you open a new account with at least $50 by March 1, you’ll get an extra $50 account bonus. Buy more shares for only $4 per trade. There are no minimum balances, no inactivity fees, and no account maintenance fees.

Click here to start building your shares!

Questions? Email our Investment Team at < info at oneshareinvestments dot com >

* Another great way to save for kids

• Shutterfly is the leader in online photosharing revenue, claiming  a whopping 34% of the total market
• Shutterfly engineers were the first to introduce the “photo book in less than 5 minutes for less than $15″ concept with their “Simple Path”, which automatically lays out digital photos on photo book templates
• Social networking sites have become increasingly popular for sharing photos, but Shutterfly’s focus is on quality: the average Shutterfly image is 1.5 megabytes, while the average size on most social networking sites is 40 to 50 kilobytes — about 1/30th the size
• While many similar sites are subsidiaries of larger companies, Shutterfly remains a standalone public company

• Stock Number: This code is unique to each stock certificate – it’s like a one-of-a-kind fingerprint for your shares. It’s used to track stock when it’s traded and sold.
• Par Value: While the concept’s seldom relevant with today’s market regulations, the “par value” refers to a minimum trading price set by the company. Nowadays, you’ll seldom see more than $.01 (and often you’ll see “no par value” at all).
• Number of Shares: If you got your share through OneShare, chances are pretty high you’ll have a nice no-nonsense “1” in this space – but the number can generally be in any amount (within reason)
• CUSIP Number: Another unique identifying number, this one’s issued by the Committee on Uniform Securities Identification Procedures for certificate tracking purposes.
• Bank Note Manufacturer: Credit where credit is due: this is the name of the manufacturer who produced the special stock-certificate-grade paper for your certificate.
• Signatures: Most certificates are signed by representatives from within the company – usually a CEO or Chairman of the Board – as well as by the registrar. The registrar signs the document when the stock is issued, making the whole process official.
• Stock Date: This is your stock’s birthday! It’s the day your share was officially transferred to your name.

How about you? Is there anything you’ve always wondered about on your stock certificate?

But, “stock for kids” just doesn’t capture the full picture. OneShare is about a lot more than that. From the outset, OneShare stakeholders have been a breed apart. These aren’t investors looking for a quick buck. These are people invested in the culture and the success of the brand itself. Time and time again, customers report back to us that their OneShare stock certificate – whether received as a gift or purchased for themselves – has been the best piece in their one-of-kind collection, or the crowning showpiece for their lifetime dedication to a particular workplace. But don’t take my word for it. Find out what past customers have said about 2009’s Top Ten:

1. Disney: “My granddaughter recognized the Disney characters on the beautifully framed stock and said, ‘Go to Mickey’s house?’ It melted my heart to know that Disney means as much to her as it did for my children.” – Brenda, California
2. Harley-Davidson: “On our tenth wedding anniversary my husband thrilled me with a beautifully framed share of Harley Davidson. We both have bikes and love to ride. He really impressed me with a simple and touching message engraved on the plaque: ‘Ten years ago we made the best investment of our lives.’ I’m very pleased!” – Pat, Virginia
3. Krispy Kreme: “My sister gave me a share of Krispy Kreme stock several years ago as a gift. She knows I love their donuts more than any other in the world. The stock, resting in its beautiful frame, is a wonderful message to me. I will cherish it always.” – Lauren, California
4. DreamWorks: “I’ve always, always been a huge fan of DreamWorks films. I used to joke to my now wife that we should have a Shrek themed wedding. Much to my surprise, I got a share in DreamWorks for our first anniversary instead (the paper anniversary)!” – Michael South Carolina
5. Tiffany & Co: “My sister and I went together on a framed Tiffany share for my mom’s 50^th birthday. She was so impressed. She’s never owned stock and now she has this stock in Tiffany. It’s just awesome.” – Tara, Maryland
6. Ford: “Dad got me a Mustang fixer-upper when I was in auto shop class in high school. I remember nursing that car back to health, revving its engine, cruising around town with the girlfriend. For me, Ford means great memories and great times. So I made myself a shareholder and look forward to many years of Ford cars and trucks!” – Mitch, Alabama
7. Microsoft: “My Uncle and his family purchased a share of Microsoft for my son’s baptism. Not only were we impressed with the thoughtfulness of the gift, but it was decoratively showcased in a custom frame. We really loved this gift and now we know what to get our nephews in the future. You never know how this kind of gift can help a child in their future!” – Joan, Louisiana
8. Playboy: “As the Best Man in my friend’s upcoming wedding, the other guys and I wanted to get something a little classy but still in the Bachelor Party vein. A share in Playboy was just the thing! Even his fiancée thought it was a pretty awesome gift. It’s now hanging in the “boy’s den” downstairs.” – Evan, Connecticut
9. Coca-Cola: “My friend Vicki is an avid Coke collector. Over the years, friends and family have given her Coke related items for birthdays, Christmas, any celebration. […] I stumbled across your website and spotted Coca-Cola stock. I was elated! I purchased it right away and gave it to her for Christmas: the best Coke gift she said she’s ever received! Now, Vicki not only is a Coca-Cola collector, she is a shareholder as well!” – Maija, South Dakota
10. Starbucks: “Odds are someone you love is a Starbucks fan. My boyfriend is a trader on Wall Street and practically lives on the stuff. He’s a veteran trader and has seen it all, but even he was touched by my gift of Starbucks stock. Thanks for making this all possible!” – Renee, New York

Last month, Scott, our developer, added a feature that allows you to browse all of our stocks by popularity at any time. The top performers have remained fairly consistent, but if you compare this year’s top ten to our all-time highs, there are a few deviations. Absent from this year’s list are Apple and McDonald’s. Newcomers include Ford (previously number 11) and Playboy (up a whopping 8 slots from number 16).

What about you? Is there a brand or company you just can’t get enough of?

Disney’s been OneShare’s perrinial favorite from the start. So in tribute to Roy, who served the Walt Disney Company in some fashion nearly his entire adult life, our company feature for today is Disney:

• The Disney clan harks from a region of France known Isigny-Sur-Mer, hence their original name: D’Isigny
• Walt Disney was once fired from a job at the Kansas City Star because of “lack of creativity”; when Disney later acquired ABC, the Kansas City Star was among the holdings
• Walt first considered the name  “Mortimer” for his beloved mouse; while his wife sold him on Micky instead, Walt revived Mortimer for a number of later characters, the most famous of which was introduced in 1936 as Micky’s rival
• According to legend, Jackson Polluck was plagued by the Mickies – splotches of paint resembling the familiar circle framed by two smaller circles
• Roy was an avid sailer – in fact he holds several speed records, including a record time between Los Angeles and Honolulu
• Roy and his current wife Leslie DeMeuse co-produced a sailing documentary called “Morning Light”

In the words of Lion King’s Mustafa: “Look at the stars. The great kings of the past are up there, watching over us.” RIP Roy Disney.

The OneShare Owner’s Manual details what it means to be a shareholder, from voting rights and annual reports to more lighthearted tips like how to install and care for your new stock certificate. The Quick Reference Guide is our roadmap to ownership. For stock as a gift, it’s a great way to say “You have your very own stock certificate on its way!”

The OneShare Kit has been a hit since it was introduced in the winter of 2007. In the words of Lance, our fearless OneShare leader, “People love the OneShare Start-up Kit! They find it a clever take on stock ownership – seeing their stock playfully satirized as standard merchandise, complete with an Owner’s Manual and Reference Card.”

And for last minute shoppers (trust us, we’ve been there), the short shipping time is icing on the cake. We like to think of the Start-Up Kit as a gift in itself. So if you’re just sitting down to do your holiday shopping, they’ll still have something special to open Christmas morning. By the time their stock certificate arrives, they’ll be savvy and set as responsible stock owners.

Order shares by December 17 for guaranteed holiday delivery on the OneShare Start-up Kit.

Here are few quick facts to whet your appetite:

• The Whopper was first introduced in 1957 at $0.37
• Burger King heralded in the era of themed partnerships with their 1977 Star Wars glasses
• Scour YouTube for early 80s Burger King commercials starring Buffy’s Sarah Michelle Geller
• Does “your way” include beetroot or fried egg on your burger? These are just some of BK’s international options
• In Australia, Burger King is known as Hungry Jack’s

Looking for a Whopper in a burger joint with more than the average chic? Try one of Burger King’s new Whopper Bars – where you can take “your way” to a whole new level. Choose from A.1. Sauce, smoked bacon, onions, and guacamole. Or choose from twenty-two designer Whopper options. Find out more here.

And for this whole month, you get $10 off Burger King stock at OneShare!