How I Got Coupons (and Free Products) by Contacting 50+ Companies
I have a friend named Tammi who is really good at saving money in quiet, unflashy ways.
Years ago, she started keeping a master list of companies she’d email from time to time. Nothing dramatic. No complaints. She’d simply reach out and ask if they ever sent coupons to customers.
And it worked.
Sometimes she’d get a few dollars off. Other times, an envelope would show up with high-value coupons or even vouchers for free products. I remember thinking she had some kind of secret system — or at least more patience than I did.
For a long time, this felt like one of those old-school money habits people used to do.
But here’s the thing: it’s still a thing.
With prices creeping up and grocery budgets feeling tighter than ever, I decided to try Tammi’s method for myself. I started reaching out to brands I already buy from, just to see what would happen.
So I’ve compiled a list of companies you can contact to spend less on brands you already love — no extreme couponing, no gimmicks, just a simple habit that still works.
A very quiet, old-school, practical way that fits perfectly with how I live frugally.
Why I Even Tried This in the First Place
I don’t love extreme couponing. I don’t have the time or energy to chase complicated deals. But I do love small wins — the kind that stack up over time.
So instead of clipping endless coupons, I started doing something much simpler:
I began politely asking companies if they offer coupons to customers.
No sob stories.
No complaints.
No long explanations.
Just a short, respectful message.
And slowly, envelopes started showing up in my mailbox.
What Actually Works (And What Doesn’t)
Here’s what I’ve learned after doing this for a while:
- You don’t need to be dramatic
- You don’t need to overshare
- You don’t need to be a “superfan” of the brand
Some companies respond quickly. Some take weeks. Some never respond at all. And that’s okay — because the effort is minimal, and when it works, it really works.
A few times, I received a couple of small-value coupons. Other times, I opened an envelope and found multiple coupons — or even a free product voucher. That’s when I realized this wasn’t luck. It was just an overlooked habit.
How I Ask for Coupons (My Exact Process)
I don’t mail letters. I don’t make phone calls. I keep it simple.
Here’s what I do:
- I go to the brand’s website
- I find the “Contact Us” page
- I fill out the form and include my mailing address
- I write a short, polite message
That’s it.
Some companies send paper coupons. Some email links. Some tell you where to find their digital coupons instead. All of those are wins in my book.
The Message I Use Every Time
I don’t reinvent the wheel here. I keep my message friendly and low-pressure. If I’ve used the product before, I’ll mention it — but honestly, that doesn’t seem to matter much.
Here’s a version of what I sent:
Hi there!
I’ve used {your products} for years and try to stock up when I can. I was wondering if you ever send coupons to customers. If so, I’d love to receive any you’re able to share.
Thank you for making such a great product!
[My name]
[My mailing address]
Change “your products” to the specific product you love. That’s it. No expectations. No follow-ups.
What I Want You to Keep in Mind
Not every company will respond.
Not every envelope will be exciting.
And yes — sometimes you’ll wait weeks.
But this is one of those quiet frugal habits that pays off over time. It’s the same mindset as hanging laundry, cooking from scratch, or planning ahead — small actions that don’t feel dramatic, but absolutely help.
If even a handful of brands send you coupons this year, that’s money you didn’t have to earn, save, or sacrifice for.
And for me? That’s worth a few minutes of effort.
Here’s How I Contacted Each Company & What I Got
I didn’t do this all at once. I reached out over time, using each brand’s website contact form. I always included my mailing address and kept my message short and polite.
Some companies mailed coupons. Some sent free product vouchers. A few pointed me to digital coupons instead. Here’s exactly how it played out.
1. Aidells
How I contacted them: Aidells contact form
What they sent: Two $1 manufacturer coupons
2. Al Fresco
How I contacted them: Al Fresco contact form
What they sent: Two $1 coupons and a confirmation email
3. Alexia Foods
How I contacted them: Alexia contact form
What they sent: One $0.75 coupon by mail
4. Allegra
How I contacted them: Allegra contact page
What they sent: Directed me to printable digital coupons
5. Amy’s Kitchen
How I contacted them: Amy’s Kitchen contact form
What they sent: Coupon booklet worth about $5 plus a card
6. Aquaphor
How I contacted them: Aquaphor contact form
What they sent: Three $3 coupons
7. Aveeno
How I contacted them: Aveeno contact form
What they sent: One $5 coupon and one $2 coupon
8. Barilla
How I contacted them: Barilla contact form
What they sent: Two coupons and recipe booklets
9. Benadryl
How I contacted them: Benadryl contact page
What they sent: Link to printable coupons
10. Blistex
How I contacted them: Blistex contact form
What they sent: Five coupons with no expiration
11. Blue Bunny Ice Cream
How I contacted them: Blue Bunny contact form
What they sent: Three $0.75 coupons
12. Blue Diamond Almonds
How I contacted them: Blue Diamond contact form
What they sent: Three $1 coupons
13. Bolthouse Farms
How I contacted them: Bolthouse Farms contact form
What they sent: Four $1 coupons
14. Buddig
How I contacted them: Buddig contact form
What they sent: Two free product vouchers
15. Bumble Bee Tuna
How I contacted them: Bumble Bee contact form
What they sent: Four $0.50 coupons
16. Bush’s Best
How I contacted them: Bush’s contact form
What they sent: Two $0.55 coupons
17. Celestial Seasonings
How I contacted them: Celestial Seasonings contact form
What they sent: Two tea coupons
18. Chicken of the Sea
How I contacted them: Chicken of the Sea contact form
What they sent: One free product coupon
19. Chobani
How I contacted them: Chobani contact form
What they sent: Multiple coupons and a thank-you card
20. Colgate-Palmolive
How I contacted them: Colgate-Palmolive contact form
What they sent: Large bundle of household coupons
21. Crayola
How I contacted them: Crayola contact form
What they sent: Four $0.50 coupons
22. Dixie
How I contacted them: Dixie contact form
What they sent: Printable coupons totaling $2.50
23. Eggland’s Best
How I contacted them: Eggland’s Best contact form
What they sent: Two egg coupons and booklet
24. Ferrara Candy
How I contacted them: Ferrara contact form
What they sent: One free candy voucher
25. Florida’s Natural
How I contacted them: Florida’s Natural contact form
What they sent: Two juice coupons
26. Folgers
How I contacted them: Folgers contact form
What they sent: Two $1 coffee coupons
27. Frito-Lay
How I contacted them: Frito-Lay contact form
What they sent: Four snack coupons
28. Garden of Eatin’
How I contacted them: Garden of Eatin’ contact form
What they sent: Two $0.55 coupons
29. Gotham Greens
How I contacted them: Gotham Greens contact form
What they sent: One free product coupon
30. Goya
How I contacted them: Goya contact form
What they sent: Coupon booklet
31. Halo Top
How I contacted them: Halo Top contact form
What they sent: Three $1 coupons
32. Health-Ade Kombucha
How I contacted them: Health-Ade contact form
What they sent: One free bottle coupon
33. Horizon Organic
How I contacted them: Horizon contact form
What they sent: Two courtesy coupons
34. Jif
How I contacted them: Jif contact form
What they sent: Two $0.35 coupons
35. Kashi
How I contacted them: Kashi contact form
What they sent: One $2 coupon
36. Ken’s Steak House
How I contacted them: Ken’s contact form
What they sent: One $1 coupon
37. King’s Hawaiian
How I contacted them: King’s Hawaiian contact form
What they sent: Two $1 coupons plus extras
38. Land O’ Lakes
How I contacted them: Land O’ Lakes contact form
What they sent: Four coupons including eggs
39. Listerine
How I contacted them: Listerine contact form
What they sent: One $3 coupon
40. Martinelli’s
How I contacted them: Martinelli’s contact form
What they sent: Five $1 coupons
41. Michelina’s
How I contacted them: Michelina’s contact form
What they sent: Two $1 coupons
42. Mrs. T’s Pierogies
How I contacted them: Mrs. T’s contact form
What they sent: Coupons plus free product voucher
43. Primal Kitchen
How I contacted them: Primal Kitchen does not have a contact form on their site so i just emailed them at info@primalkitchen.com
What they sent: Multiple free product coupons
44. O.B. / Playtex
How I contacted them: Playtex contact form
What they sent: One $1 coupon
45. Quaker
How I contacted them: Quaker contact form
What they sent: Two $0.75 coupons
46. Rhodes
How I contacted them: Rhodes contact form
What they sent: Two coupons and recipe cards
47. SC Johnson
How I contacted them: SC Johnson contact form
What they sent: Two full coupon booklets
48. Sensible Portions
How I contacted them: Sensible Portions contact form
What they sent: Two $0.55 coupons
49. Silk
How I contacted them: Silk contact form
What they sent: One free product coupon
50. Smucker’s
How I contacted them: Smucker’s contact form
What they sent: Two $0.55 coupons
51. Stacy’s
How I contacted them: Stacy’s contact form
What they sent: One $1 coupon
52. Terra Chips
How I contacted them: Terra contact form
What they sent: Two $0.55 coupons
53. Tillamook
How I contacted them: Tillamook contact form
What they sent: Three $1 coupons
54. Tombstone Pizza
How I contacted them: Tombstone contact form
What they sent: Two $1 coupons via parent company
55. Yves Veggie Cuisine
How I contacted them: Yves contact form
What they sent: Four $0.55 coupons