Is McDonald’s Really Giving Free Kids Meals?
A few days ago this image started circulating on social media. Because, people were excited to learn that McDonald’s was giving free kids meals! This was in response to schools closing for the Coronavirus pandemic.
Of course, schools closing resulted in some kids not getting breakfast and lunch, which they’d normally get at school.
So, it is true? Is McDonalds really giving free meals to school-age kids?
Alleged Freebie:
- McDonald’s is giving away free lunches to kids during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- An image began circulating, suggesting that McDonald’s restaurants were giving kids free meals.
The Claim:
- McD’s is offering all school-age children a free meal. Choices: hamburger, cheeseburger, or four-piece chicken nuggets, as well as a small fry, apple sauce or yogurt.
Findings (What is True and What is False):
- What is true: a few McDonalds in one area are giving free meals.
- However, this is not a Nationwide offer. Not all McDonalds are giving free lunch to school kids.
- Of course, you could check with your local restaurant. Because, they may decide to join the free lunch giveaway.
- Alternatively, Burger King is offering free kids meals nationwide.
Conclusion:
This offer is partly true in that yes, a few McDonalds locations North Carolina announced in March 2020 that they will provide free lunches to school-age children. However, the offer is being shared without location information which makes it seem like it’s nationwide. It is not nationwide, and it is not available everywhere.
While this is not a fake freebie, it is somewhat misleading – or at least missing information.
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