It’s National Doughnut Day, and that can only mean one thing—free doughnuts! Krispy Kreme is handing out a free doughnut to anyone who walks into its three area locations (1350 Connecticut Avenue in D.C., or Rockville and Alexandria), while Dunkin’ Donuts will hand you a free doughnut with every purchase of a beverage.

Now before you go and mock National Doughnut Day as a marketing ploy by the doughnut industry, consider its history: it started in 1938 as a fundraiser for Chicago’s Salvation Army, with the goal to help those in need during the Great Depression.

And if you’re in the mood for some great doughnuts—albeit not free—try these seven choice options.