Winning a limitless supply of something sounds like a dream, but as revealed by some people, the reality can be a lot more complicated. While some were thrilled with their prizes, others quickly found that receiving endless free goods isn’t always as fun as it seems.
Here are some stories that reveal what happens when the spoils aren’t all they’re cracked up to be.
Pizza

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A family won free Pizza Hut for life because their house was featured in a commercial. It was a fun ride for about 12 years, ordering multiple pizzas for parties and confusing delivery drivers. But when the company’s leadership changed, the offer was revoked. While it didn’t turn out to be "for life," they enjoyed it for over a decade, tipping generously and keeping the delivery drivers on their good side.
Donuts

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Instead of hoarding 365 donuts a year for themselves, one person chose to give them to a local children’s home for birthday celebrations. This thoughtful gesture turned into a lasting relationship with the donut shop.
Minigolf and Go-Kart

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A local minigolf and go-kart place awarded a pass for life as part of a charity fundraiser. However, the celebration quickly turned sour. After getting the laminated card, the champion was refused entry the first time they tried to use it. The manager revealed the whole thing was a publicity stunt, shocking everyone.
Toilet Paper

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A garage full of toilet paper seemed like a prank gone wrong. Living alone and being an organizer, the individual didn’t need nearly as much. The excess was shared amongst friends, family, the community, and local shelters, but it eventually ran out.
Coffee

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A coffee lover was stunned when they received an endless supply of coffee, but there was a catch—it was only valid at one specific location. After being handed the prize while visiting another state, they passed it on to a local friend’s mom. The café made good on the offer until it closed down.
Dog Food

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An endless amount of dog food would make any pet parent happy. However, an owner’s happiness was short-lived when their pup was allergic to the brand. Instead of using the food, the winner began donating it to a local animal shelter. It was clear that the result wasn’t as practical as initially imagined.
Milk Duds

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Milk Duds seemed like a treat, but only in the beginning. The receiver of the lifetime stock ate so many that they couldn’t even stomach them anymore. To this day, they cannot stand the sight of the candy and are completely disgusted by it.
Jellybeans

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A teenager was given the choice of picking one 3kg bag or three 1kg bags spread over the course of a year as part of their victory over an unlimited supply of snacks. But their mother made the decision for them, and the latter was delivered to their home to avoid overindulging.
AMC Movie Pass

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One individual came out on top in a trivia contest and was granted unlimited AMC movie passes, with up to $40 in snacks each time. Even nearly a decade later, they are using the card. It has come in handy during tough financial times.
Feminine Hygiene Products

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One person entered a contest on a whim and got a massive shipment of feminine hygiene products. The awkward part was that the winner was a man with a traditionally female name. The products continued coming in for a long time, and while it was uncomfortable, they were happily donated.
Bubble Tea

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Bubble Tea is a delicious drink, and that is exactly what an individual thought when told they could have as much as they wanted. But once they were declared pre-diabetic, the person eventually had to stop going to the bubble tea shop as often as they used to.
WD-40

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Back in the '90s, a family was delighted at the idea of limitless WD-40. Soon enough, four huge boxes were delivered to their doorstep, containing 40 cans. Over 20 years later, they are still working through the supply. It’s a practical product that is still going strong.
Happy Meals

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etting to eat Happy Meals from McDonald’s might seem fun for a teenager, but it was a different story for their mom. She enjoyed the free meals weekly, getting one every Wednesday for lunch. It became a running joke for the group, but the novelty wore off a few months later.
Chocolate

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If you have a sweet tooth, you will appreciate how one person decided to do a good deed with the chocolate they owned. They set up in the town center and offered it to anyone who wanted it. The giveaway became the largest event the town had ever seen, as everyone came together to enjoy the dessert.
Cinnabon

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A free cinnamon roll every day is not a bad deal. But one person quickly realized that too much of a good thing isn’t always great. Only a couple of months later, they passed the coupon on to a colleague who also grew tired of it.
Dove Soap

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Some people only used Dove soap for 10 years, not because they were loyal to it. They were crowned champions of their lifetime supply and decided to make the most of it. By the time they ran out, the family had made plenty of jokes about how the company owed them more of the good.
Festival Tickets

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VIP access and limo rides are a glamorous reward. However, after becoming a mom and moving across the country, the tickets lost their value. They couldn’t even give them away, as they were only valid if they attended. This just meant that the perk could not be used at all.