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Free-Bees--> August 2024

 


So far this year we were able to pick up 187 free items.  High inflation is making finding free items more challenging to find.   However, I have set a goal to beat last year’s number (247). I am working towards finding the most items when I have more time and giving myself grace during the months when my time is limited.   


My goal for next year is to find 264 FREE Items. This works out to 22 items per month.  This may be challenging because drug stores and grocery store deals have started to dry up. I rely on digital coupons, printables from the company when available, store coupons and reward programs, samples, and rebate apps such as IBOTTA.     


As always, I can secure these items through Kroger incentives, Drug Store (Walgreens/CVS)  Rewards programs, sales, Smart Source, Meijer’s sales/store coupons, sample requests, and Rebates Programs (IBOTTA/SavingStar).   


January 2024 (29 Items)

February (19 Items) 

March (39 items) 

April (20 Items) 

May ( 32 Items) 

June (8 Items) 

July (23 Items) 


August (17 Items) 

  1. Starbucks Venta Iced Coffee- Starbuck’s Star Program 

  2. 5x7 Frame- Michael’s sale,  store coupon, and teacher discount

  3. Silicone Mold- Michael’s sale, store coupon, and teacher discount 

  4. Cookie- Chick-fil-A Reward

  5. Chicken Sandwich- Chick-fil-A Reward

  6. 8X10 Photo- Walgreens Coupon Code

  7. Chick Fil A → Chocolate Chip Cookie- Reward from playing a game

  8. Chick Fil A→ Medium Fries- Reward from playing a game

  9. Chick Fil A → Chocolate Chip Cookie- Birthday Reward 

  10. Jimmy John 8-inch sandwich- Birthday Reward

  11. 3 Krispy Kreme Donuts- Birthday Reward

  12. Meijer’s Gallon of Milk- Meijers Store Coupon

  13. Meijer’s Bakery Bread- Meijers Store Coupon

  14. Meijer’s Frozen Vegetables- Meijers Store Coupon 

  15. Meijer’s Disinfectant Wipes (75 count)- My Perk’s Points 


My favorite deal this month was the food deals from Chick Fil-A.  We were able to pick up a quick sandwich or snack throughout a busy month.    


I started school in August which makes it a very busy month.    I am grateful for all of the deals I was able to pick up and recongize that I didn’t put in a lot of time.   Hopefully, I will continue to find Free-bees and make my goal by December 2024.   


What is your favorite deal this month?


Here are last  month’s deals: 
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