PHOENIX — Every Friday in October, guests who donate eight cans of nonperishable food can receive free same-day admission to the Arizona State Fair.
The offer is available October 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30, between 12 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
All donations benefit St. Mary's Food Bank and Operation Santa Claus.
This effort is sponsored by Sanderson Ford.
To learn more about Feel Good Fridays at the Arizona State Fair, click here.
Accepted donation items include:
- Canned vegetables
- Canned fruit
- Canned soup
- Canned beans
- Canned proteins such as tuna or chicken
- Peanut butter
All items must be nonperishable, unopened, and within their expiration date.
The following items are not accepted toward the admission offer:
- Ramen noodles
- Bottled water
- Expired food
- Opened or partially used items
- Damaged or leaking cans
- Homemade food
- Perishable items
- Glass containers
- Beverages
- Pet food
- Nonfood products
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