Free Stuff, Cash Giveaways & Grants You Can Claim in September 2025

September has arrived with a full lineup of freebies, cash offers, and limited-time programs that can put money in your pocket—or shoes on your feet. Whether you’re looking for back-to-school perks, early holiday help, or just some fun freebies, there are several exciting opportunities happening this month that you don’t want to miss.

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Freebies & Fun Events This Month

There are a lot of opportunities for fun and freebies this month!

• September 5 is National Cheese Pizza Day! some local pizzerias may offer discounts or freebies. Check local listings or your favorite spots on social media to see what’s being offered near you.
• September 11 is a national day of rememberance for the 9/11 attacks. Many military museums and memorials offer free or discounted admission in observance of the day. For example, the National Museum of Military Vehicles in Wyoming will offer free admission on September 11. Other museums and historic sites may also participate, so be sure to call your local museums to ask about special 9/11 deals or commemorative events.
• September 20 is National Dance Day! Some dance studios—like the Raymond D. Kravis Center in Florida—are offering free classes and workshops.
• September 29 is National Coffee Day! Look out for free coffee at your neighborhood cafés and convenience stores.

If you’re looking for holiday help, now is the time to start planning. Many Christmas assistance programs that offer assistance with gifts or food around the holidays start accepting applications in early September. Most are first-come, first-served, so acting early is key. You can browse programs near you in our state-by-state holiday help guide to make sure you don’t miss any important deadlines.

For those in Florida, there’s a special back-to-school treat at the Brevard Zoo, where all Florida children aged 11 and under can get free admission throughout September. Each child must be accompanied by a paying adult, but one adult can bring up to three children—potentially saving you up to $75. You’ll need proof of Florida residency, such as a utility bill or ID with a matching address.

Guaranteed Income Programs

We’re excited to see new guaranteed income programs cropping up again. These don’t happen often, so if you qualify, it’s worth looking into.

In San Diego County, a new program called Born Well is offering $750 per month for up to a year to 25 expectant mothers in their first or second trimester. To be eligible, you must already be working with the Perinatal Equity Initiative. There’s no open application for this—participants are referred through the program. This initiative is designed to reduce racial disparities in maternal and infant health and is sponsored by the San Diego Foundation and local government.

Meanwhile, the city of Newburgh, New York, is planning a new guaranteed income program set to launch in spring 2026. It will provide $300 per month to 110 households. Details are still being finalized, but the city has indicated they’ll likely partner with a local nonprofit and select participants from an existing pool of qualified applicants. If you live in Newburgh, it’s a good time to get connected with local organizations now.

Grants You Can Apply For Now

If you’ve been dreaming of starting a business, now is your chance. Our sponsor, Skip, is offering several grants this month.

The Cornerstone Grant awards $10,000, plus a full year of business mentorship and promotional support. You’ll need to have had a Square account for at least six months to apply. Applications are due September 30.

Skip is also offering the Leave Your Mark grant, which gives up to $1,000 to individuals planning to participate in service trips or volunteer missions. That deadline is September 12. You can find both of these grants through Skip.

If you’re a woman with dependents pursuing education, don’t forget the Live Your Dream Award from Soroptimist International is still accepting applications. You could receive up to $16,000 for school-related expenses. The deadline to apply is in mid-November, so there’s still time, but don’t wait too long.

Cash Settlements You May Qualify For

There are several open class action settlements this month, and many don’t require proof of purchase. If you think you may qualify, it’s worth checking out—some of these payouts are quick and easy to claim.

• Daily Wire: If you had a login account and watched videos on their site between March 11, 2022 and November 7, 2023, you may be eligible for $15. Deadline: September 8
• Posh Group: If you received unwanted text messages from this company in the last four years after opting out, you could receive a cash payout. Deadline: September 8
• Real Estate Commissions: Home sellers in the U.S. between October 31, 2019 and July 22, 2025 may qualify. Deadline: September 9
• Albertsons/Safeway: If you got two or more unwanted texts after opting out between June 2023 and July 2025, you could receive at least $100. Deadline: September 10
• Ann Taylor/LOFT Outlets: Shoppers in California, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Washington, or Wisconsin who made outlet purchases (not refunded) between September 2020 and November 2024 may get an $11 voucher. Deadline: September 10
• Fubo TV: U.S. residents who used a Fubo account before May 29, 2025 may qualify. Deadline: September 12
• Scientific American: Users who watched videos on the site while logged into Facebook between June 2022 and July 2025 may qualify. Deadline: September 14
• Aspen Dental: If you booked an appointment online between February 2022 and January 2025, you may get $15. Deadline: September 15
• CVS Eye Drops: If you bought eligible CVS eye drops between October 2021 and October 2023, you may claim without receipts (limit of 3). Deadline: September 18
• Viki Users: Anyone who watched a pre-recorded video while logged into Facebook between January 2016 and July 2024 may be eligible for up to $150. Deadline: September 22
• Formula 1: If you had a Formula 1 account and watched videos between May 2022 and June 2025, you may qualify for up to $17. Deadline: September 22
• Alderfer Eggs: If you bought non-organic Alder eggs between December 2020 and now, you may get $2–$3 per carton, with or without receipts. Deadline: September 22
• Marin Health: Website users between August 2019 and May 2025 may be eligible for a payout. Deadline: September 24
• Poppi Beverages: Purchasers between January 2020 and July 2025 can receive up to $16, more with receipts. Deadline: September 26

More settlements are being added all the time, especially for data breaches. Be sure to visit our data breach settlement guide to check for others you may qualify for.

Relief Recap

There are a lot of ways to stretch your budget this September, whether it’s with free admission, free coffee, or cold hard cash from grant programs and settlements. Many of these opportunities are easy to claim and could offer meaningful help with your daily needs or future plans.

If any of these apply to you, make sure to follow through before the deadlines hit. Even a few minutes spent filling out a form or nominating yourself for a grant could pay off in a big way.