Not only is it a hassle, it can be pricey. The typical parent shells out close to $125 per child each school year for supplies, according to the National Retail Federation.
Here’s a simple way to make that sting less: score some of your kids’ school essentials at no cost.
Yep, free. By registering for a cash-back service called Ibotta, you can receive 100% cash back on a selection of school supplies and snacks.
This back-to-school deal is a more generous take on Ibotta’s usual approach — giving you cash back when you buy everyday items. While many people recognize Ibotta for rebates on groceries, beer and wine at neighborhood stores, the company is running this back-to-school offer through Aug. 31.
The following goods are free after rebates: a three-subject spiral notebook, a 12-pack of Ticonderoga No. 2 pencils, an eraser, a box of tissues, a Del Monte fruit cup and all the components needed for peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.
These rebate-eligible items, which total at least $20 in value, can be purchased online via Ibotta through Walmart, Target, H-E-B or Shipt. You may also pick them up in person at Walmart.
To claim your $20 in complimentary school supplies — a solid bargain however you slice it — simply download the free Ibotta app or add the browser extension. Your back-to-school offers will show up. Pick one of the four retailers where you’d like to shop.
Your full 100% cash back will appear within 72 hours of pickup or delivery.
It takes roughly 30 seconds to install Ibotta on your phone. Don’t need free school supplies?
Jordan Rivers ( [email protected] ) is a staff writer at Savinly. He purchases school supplies for two children.
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