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Below are several restaurant and retail locations that are trying to help furloughed employees and their families during this government shutdown by offering free meals or services. I’m sure that more companies will be offering free or discounted items as the days go on.
Also, many communities are helping out local families through churches, food banks, small businesses, and more.
Restaurants:
Fazoli’s – Get a free Pizza Baked Spaghetti with drink purchase at select locations for furloughed employees through 1/27 with valid ID
Great Harvest Bread Co – Free bread to furloughed employees at participating locations
Macaroni Grill – Every day the government shutdown is in effect, Macaroni Grill is offering all furloughed federal government employees a free Mom’s Ricotta Meatballs + Spaghetti. This is valid from 11AM to 4PM everyday and you will only need to show your valid federal ID.
Potbelly Sandwich Shop – Through January 27th, Federal Government employees get buy one, get one entrees nationwide. Just show your ID. Find your closest location here.
Ruby Slipper Cafe – Monday through Friday, furloughed employees and immediate family will receive a free meal and beverage with valid ID or business card
Taco Cabana – 20% off for furloughed employees at participating locations
Retail:
AAMD Museums – Free admission for furloughed employees with ID. Head over here to see of participating museums
Sky Zone – Furloughed employees and up to 3 family members received free 60 minutes of play Tuesday through Thursday in January
Suave – Free item up to $6 for affected workers (rebate sent via PayPal)
Tanger Outlets – Receive a free $20 gift card furloughed employees with valid Federal ID. Expires on January 28th
Various Wireless Providers – Flexible payment options available from AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon. Contact your provider to see what assistance you can receive.
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