Earth Day 2015: Freebies and Deals
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iStock/Thinkstock(NEW YORK) — It’s Earth Day, a day to celebrate environmental protection and also when retailers encourage practices like reusing and recycling resources.
Here are some examples of the best Earth Day freebies and giveaways, including discounted jeans and free crafts classes.
But be sure to call the stores beforehand to check supplies and read the fine print for restrictions. While some stores like J.Crew aren’t offering free things, they’re donating a percentage of proceeds to causes related to Earth Day.
American Eagle: Since April 11, customers can bring their old jeans to any store in the U.S. and Canada and get a 20 percent discount on a new pair. The old jeans will be shredded and recycled to use in Make it Right’s affordable homes.
Anthropologie: The retailer is offering “Rainforest Crafts for Kids,” recommended for ages 5 to 10. RSVP is required via telephone and times vary per store.
Caribou Coffee: Get unlimited coffee through April with the company’s $30 “2015 Earth Month Tumbler,” according to the Caribou Coffee Facebook page, though the mug appears to be sold out online.
EVOS: With locations in Florida and North Carolina, EVOS is offering a free organic shake Wednesday.
J.Crew: J.Crew has partnered with illustrator Donald Robertson to create their Save The Bees tees, which launch Wednesday and cost around $30 and up. Half of the retail price from the sales of these tees will go towards helping the Xerces Society, nonprofit organization that protects wildlife through the conservation of invertebrates.
Kiehl’s Since 1851: From Wednesday through this Sunday, bring an empty skincare bottle to your local Kiehl’s skincare store and receive 5 “Recycle & Be Rewarded Stamps” plus a complimentary deluxe sample, while supplies last. Ten stamps will get you one travel size product.
Origins: Get a free “Eco-Chic” tote bag and bracelet with any purchase with the code EARTHDAY, according to the Origins.com website. Shipping is free when you purchase over $40.
Bonus for Thursday: Not in celebration of Earth Day, but Jamba Juice’s “Free Jamba Giveaway” takes place on April 23 between 9 and 11 a.m., no coupon required. Celebrating the company’s 25th birthday, customers get get one of three free classic smoothies and juices including one 12-ounce Tropical Greens, a small Caribbean Passion or Strawberries Wild.
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