Got The COVID-19 Vaccine? Get These Freebies In Orland Park

ORLAND PARK, IL — If you’re still on the fence about getting the coronavirus vaccine, several businesses in Orland Park hope to entice you with the promise of free doughnuts, beer and even pot edibles.

Nearly 96 million Americans are now fully vaccinated, according to numbers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Nearly 4 million are in Illinois.

However, vaccine hesitancy remains high.

A recent NPR/Marist poll found that 1 in 4 Americans said they would refuse a coronavirus vaccine if offered to them. Another 5 percent are "undecided" about whether they will get the shot.

Meanwhile, businesses are stepping up, hoping to sweeten the deal with a few freebies.

While we acknowledge it shouldn’t take the promise of free stuff to get vaccinated, there’s no harm in knowing what’s available once you have received it.

Here’s a peek at a few national chains offering perks to those who’ve been vaccinated:

Budweiser: Now through May 16, Budweiser is giving a free beer to anyone 21 years or older. All you need to do is provide proof of vaccination on ABeerOnBud.com. But first, make sure to register at the company's mycooler.com website.

Krispy Kreme: Get a free glazed doughnut every day by taking your vaccination card to any Krispy Kreme location. No other purchase is required to snag your free doughnut.

Lyft/Uber: If you’re not vaccinated yet, these ride-share services will take you to your appointment for free or at a discounted rate.

White Castle: Between April 22 and May 31, White Castle will give free dessert-on-a-stick to anyone who provides proof that they received a coronavirus vaccine.

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