a friendly volunteer extends a plate of delicious food samples toward excited festival visitors. She smiles warmly while offering the treats from behind a colorful booth. The visitors reach out eagerly to take the samples without pulling out wallets or money. Their faces light up with joy as they realize they can enjoy the food without paying anything. Other festival-goers nearby notice the free offering and start walking over with interest. A small child tugs on his parent's sleeve pointing excitedly at the free treats. people receiving food at no cost, without any payment or charge