The national cookie company is giving away a free original chocolate chip cookie to customers in celebration of Tax Day (April 18)

ATLANTA (March 28, 2016) - Did someone say free dough? Great American Cookies® would like to put a little extra "dough" in Americans' lives this Tax Day, but the kind with chips! The national gourmet cookie shop is continuing its annual Tax Day freebie tradition by offering a free original chocolate chip cookie to customers who stop by participating stores on Monday, April 18.* No purchase or proof of completed taxes is necessary.

This is the fourth year Great American Cookies has given away a free cookie on Tax Day. Great American Cookies' original chocolate chip cookie is a true classic and customer favorite that's sure to melt away the stress of tax season.

"Whether or not you're receiving a refund this year, Great American Cookies is here to add some more dough to your life," said David Kaiser, Brand Vice President, Great American Cookies. "We know tax season can be a bit of a bummer and there's no better way to take the edge off than with a sweet reward from Great American Cookies. Visit any participating store on Monday, April 18 to enjoy a free original chocolate chip cookie!"

For more information and store locations, visit our website www.greatamericancookies.com, follow Great American Cookies national Twitter handle, @Gr8AmCookies, or become a fan of the brand on Facebook www.facebook.com/greatamericancookies.

*While supplies last. Limit one per customer during day of promotion. Counts vary by store. Valid only at participating U.S. stores. No purchase necessary. Great American Cookies is managed by GFG Management, LLC, a subsidiary of Global Franchise Group.

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