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List of free food, deals for healthcare workers and first responders

Many companies are trying to do their part to help support those risking their lives daily to save others
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Many companies, whether it be food deals, discounts or donating clothing, are trying to do their part to help support those risking their lives daily to save others.

There are several special offers that are currently going on for healthcare workers and first responders!

Below is a list of brands that have specials offers. This article will be updated with new offers when they're released.

Animal Vision Center of Virginia
The center is offering free animal eye screening exams now through May 31, for pets of first responders and healthcare workers in Hampton Roads.

Autobell Car Wash
The Interior Disinfectant service is currently provided free for essential workers visiting Autobell for an interior cleaning, as well as a free stand-alone service for first responders and government workers with a government-issued ID.

Barco Uniforms
Barco Uniforms, a recognized leader in the medical apparel industry, will be donating scrubs to medical professionals on the frontlines for the duration of the COVID-19 crisis. You can submit a request here.

Bojangles
Bojangles’ is giving away any size of its Legendary Iced Tea to healthcare workers, first responders and law enforcement no purchase necessary, until June 10.

BP
The gas station chain is offering a discount of 50 cents off per gallon for first responders and health care workers the next time they fill up at BP or Amoco gas stations in the US.

Care.com
Those on the frontlines are being offered one month of free, premium access to Care.com.

Circle K
First responders and health care workers can get a free coffee, tea, or Polar Pop Fountain Drink when they show an ID through April 30.

Crocs
Crocs is offering “A Free Pair for Healthcare” which allows doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers to get a free pair of shoes. The free pairs of Crocs are being offered onthe websitebut there is a limited quantity available. Crocs releases more shoes daily at 12 p.m.

Dollar General
The company says all healthcare workers and guardsmen will receive a 10% discount on qualifying purchases.

Dunkin' Donuts
Dunkin' Donuts announced that it will provide healthcare workers a free doughnut and coffee on May 6 for National Nurses Day. The May 6 offer is good for a free medium hot or iced coffee along with a doughnut.

Hooters
Hospital workers, first responders and military get 20% off! Show your work ID for pickup orders, or for online orders choose the “Pay at Store” option.

IHOP
Get 20% off your entire check if you’re a medical, law enforcement, military and firefighter professional. All you need to do is mention the offer when you call in your order to IHOP. Then, show your official ID when you pick up your order.

Krispy Kreme
Every Monday, Krispy Kreme is giving free donuts to healthcare workers. "Just go to a Krispy Kreme drive-thru, tell us what you need, and show us your employer badge," says their website. "Pick up some free dozens on the way to work for you and your colleagues, or maybe a free dozen on your way home to family after a long shift." This deal lasts until May 12.

Priority Toyota
Priority Toyota will be providing a service to doctors and nurses by going to hospitals to clean and sanitize their cars for free as a 'Thank You'! Anyone interested in that free service should call their office at (757) 213-5000.

Starbucks
Starbucks has announced that "any customer who identifies as a first responder or front-line worker supporting our healthcare system" can get a free hot or cold tall brewed coffee on each visit through May 3.

Tropical Smoothie Café
Medical professionals and first responders can contact their local Tropical Smoothie shop to have free smoothies delivered to your team.

Uber
Uber Health will provide transportation for front-line health care workers, both to and from patients’ homes, as well as between health care facilities, according to this news release.

Under Armour
Under Armour is recognizing those on the front lines by offering a 40% off discount for military members, first responders, health care workers and teachers. Just choose 'Military and First Responder Discount' at checkout to get your discount.

7-Eleven
7-Eleven is thanking medical staff and first responders in Virginia Beach and Norfolk by providing free car washes!

Is your company or store offering deals to first responders and isn't listed above? Email us at takingaction@wtkr.com to be added.

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