Ginny’s Sweepstakes Official Rules
Ginny’s Advent Calendar Sweepstakes
OFFICIAL RULES
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN; A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.
BY ENTERING (OR OTHERWISE PARTICIPATING) IN THE SWEEPSTAKES, YOU AGREE TO THESE OFFICIAL RULES, WHICH CREATE A CONTRACT SO READ THEM CAREFULLY BEFORE ENTERING. WITHOUT LIMITATION, SUCH CONTRACT INCLUDES GRANTS OF RIGHTS AND INDEMNITIES TO SPONSOR FROM YOU, A CLASS ACTION WAIVER, AND A LIMITATION OF YOUR RIGHTS AND REMEDIES.
SPONSOR: Ginny’s, Inc., 1112 7th Avenue, Monroe, WI 53566-1364.
ELIGIBILITY: To enter Ginny’s Advent Calendar Sweepstakes (the “Sweepstakes”), you must be a legal U.S. resident who physically resides in the 50 United States (includes DC) and be 21 years of age or older at the time of entry. Employees of Sponsor or its affiliates, sales representatives, agencies, dealers, retailers, wholesalers, distributors, and promotional and other vendor agencies involved in the Sweepstakes, their respective parent companies, affiliates, subsidiaries, service agencies, independent contractors, and the immediate family (parent, spouse, sibling, child, grandparent, grandchild, regardless of where they reside) and household members of all such employees, are NOT eligible. Sweepstakes is subject to all federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Void where prohibited or restricted by law.
SWEEPSTAKES PERIOD: Eligible participants may enter the Sweepstakes from 12:01 a.m. Central Time (“CT”) on November 11, 2024 until 11:59 p.m. CT on December 24, 2024.
The Sweepstakes consists of four drawings that will take on the dates listed in the chart below. Non-winning entries from each drawing will roll-over to subsequent drawings. For purposes of clarity, eligible participants only need to enter the Sweepstakes one time, and that single entry will apply to all future drawings from the date of entry. All listed dates are calendar year 2024, and all entry periods end at 11:59 p.m. CT on the listed dates.
Drawing | Entry Period | Drawing Date | Prizes Awarded |
Drawing #1 | Nov. 11 – Dec. 6 | December 9 | Dec. 1-6 Prizes |
Drawing #2 | Nov. 11 – Dec. 13 | December 16 | Dec. 7-13 Prizes |
Drawing #3 | Nov. 11 – Dec. 20 | December 23 | Dec. 14-20 Prizes |
Drawing #4 | Nov. 11 – Dec. 24 | December 30 | Dec. 21-24 Prizes |
HOW TO ENTER: To enter the Sweepstakes:
(1) Visit Sponsor’s website at www.ginnys.com/blog and click on the Advent Calendar Sweepstakes blogpost;
(2) Complete the Official Sweepstakes Entry Form during the Sweepstakes Period; and
(3) Click submit.
Limit one (1) entry per person during the Sweepstakes Period. (Non-winning entries from one drawing will roll-over to subsequent drawings.) Any attempt by any entrant to obtain more than the stated number of entries by using multiple/different email or physical addresses, identities, registrations and logins, or any other methods will void that entrant’s entries, and that entrant may be disqualified. Use of any automated system to participate is prohibited and will result in disqualification. Entries that are lost, late, incomplete, illegible, corrupted, mechanically reproduced, falsified, mutilated, damaged, altered or otherwise irregular, misdirected entries, or entries not received for any other reason will be void and disqualified at Sponsor’s sole and absolute discretion.
RANDOM DRAWINGS & ODDS OF WINNING: The four drawings will take place on the dates listed in the chart above. The random drawings will be conducted from all entries received during the stated entry periods. Odds of winning for each drawing depend on the number of eligible entries received during the stated entry periods for each drawing.
PRIZES AND APPROXIMATE RETAIL VALUE (“ARV”): Twenty-four (24) winners will be randomly selected during the entirety of the Sweepstakes to receive the following:
Drawing 1 (December 9, 2024)
- December 1 Prize: Britt’s Knits Mainstay Hat and Tech Glove Set in Oat (ARV: $22.99).
- December 2 Prize: Antique Train Clock (ARV: $19.99).
- December 3 Prize: Wine Candle in Pinot Noir Color (ARV: $24.99).
- December 4 Prize: Coby Wired Stereo Headphones in Red (ARV: $19.99).
- December 5 Prize: Marshall Paw Patrol Take Along Plush Toy (ARV: $19.99).
- December 6 Prize: Ginny’s Hands-Free Can Opener in Red (ARV: $22.99).
Drawing 2 (December 16, 2024)
- December 7 Prize: Portable Power Bank with Cables in Black (ARV: $39.99).
- December 8 Prize: Nautica Blue for Him (ARV: $39.99).
- December 9 Prize: 6-Piece Shower Steamer Set (ARV: $15.99).
- December 10 Prize: Snowflake Necklace and Earrings in Silver (ARV: $15.99).
- December 11 Prize: Snuggly Throw and Sock Gift Set in Leopard (ARV: $24.99).
- December 12 Prize: Chillband Smart Activity Tracker in Black (ARV: $29.99).
Drawing 3 (December 23, 2024)
- December 13 Prize: Taro Milk Barbie Pop Reveal Doll (ARV: $29.99).
- December 14 Prize: Snowman Holiday Treat Jar (ARV: $19.99).
- December 15 Prize: Performance Tools 12-in-1 Mini Multi Tool in Red (ARV: $19.99).
- December 16 Prize: Cozy Snowman Novelty Sherpa Throw (ARV: $23.99).
- December 17 Prize: 2-pack furious warrior racers (ARV: $24.99).
- December 18 Prize: Spy Camera/Voice Recorder Pen (ARV: $34.99).
Drawing 4 (December 30, 2024)
- December 19 Prize: 2-piece Mitten and Mug Set in Gray (ARV: $19.99).
- December 20 Prize: Ginny’s Knife Set with Matching Cutting Board in Red (ARV: $22.99).
- December 21 Prize: Rag Doll in Blue (ARV: $24.99).
- December 22 Prize: Ginny’s Immersion Blender (ARV: $23.99).
- December 23 Prize: 7-Piece Toaster Oven Bakeware Set (ARV: $29.99).
- December 24 Prize: 100 Dollar Ginny’s Gift Certificate (ARV: $100.00).
Total ARV of all prizes to be awarded: $673.77
Winning a prize is contingent upon fulfilling all requirements set forth herein. All taxes on prizes are the sole responsibility of the winners. Gift certificate prize subject to standard terms and conditions. Where not prohibited, and if requested by Sponsor, affidavit of eligibility (including SSN), prize acceptance form, tax information, publicity release, and/or mutually acceptable liability releases may be required from winner. Any and all guarantees and warranties for merchandise prizes are subject to the manufacturer’s and/or service provider’s terms and conditions, and winners agree to look solely to such manufacturers and/or service providers for any warranty or guarantee claim. Prizes are not transferable, and no substitution or cash equivalent is allowed, except in Sponsor’s sole discretion. Sponsor reserves the right to substitute prize of the same approximate retail value if advertised prize becomes unavailable for any reason. If the value of the prize exceeds $600, the winner’s social security number or taxpayer I.D. will be required in order to issue a Form 1099-MISC showing prize ARV as income to winner. Prizes consist only of items specifically listed as part of the prize. All costs and expenses not specified herein relating to the prizes are the sole responsibility of the winner.
WINNER CONFIRMATION: Selected entrants will be notified by e-mail using the contact information provided on the Sweepstakes entry form on the stated drawings dates. To be confirmed a winner, the selected entrant must: (i) respond as instructed within five (5) days to the e-mail; and, (ii) if requested by Sponsor, winner must execute and return within a specified time an Affidavit of Eligibility, Publicity Release, and Release of Liability (collectively, “Winner’s Documents”), that includes, without limitation, acceptance of the prize, tax information, and/or mutually acceptable liability releases, except where prohibited by law. If the selected entrant does not respond within the required notification period, cannot be confirmed a winner for any reason, or if any requested Winner’s Documents are not fully completed within the specified time or are returned as undeliverable, s/he may be disqualified, the prize will be forfeited, and an alternate winner will be chosen. Limit one (1) prize per person. Prizes will be fulfilled one to four weeks after the drawings.
PUBLICITY RELEASE: Except where prohibited, acceptance of the prize constitutes winner’s consent that his or her name, likeness, voice and/or biographical data may be used for advertising and promotional purposes without limitation and without additional notice, compensation, or consent.
ENTRANTS’ AGREEMENT TO ABIDE BY OFFICIAL RULES: By entering, entrant agrees that s/he has read, accepted, and will abide by and be bound by these Official Rules and agrees that any dispute with regard to the conduct of this Sweepstakes, rule interpretation, or the awarding of the prize shall be submitted to Sponsor, whose decision shall be binding and final.
RELEASE OF LIABILITY: By entering, entrant agrees to release and hold harmless Sponsor and its dealers and retailers, affiliates, sales representatives, agencies, wholesalers, distributors and promotional and other vendor agencies involved in the Sweepstakes, their respective parent companies, affiliates, subsidiaries, service agencies, independent contractors, and the officers, directors, employees, agents and representatives of any of the above organizations (“Releasees”) from any injury, loss or damage to person, including death, or property due in-whole or in-part, directly or indirectly, to the acceptance or use/misuse of the prize, participation in any Sweepstakes-related activity, or participation in the Sweepstakes.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: Releasees are not responsible for and each entrant releases and holds harmless the Releasees from and against any and all losses, damages, actions, demands, liabilities or claims of whatever nature or kind arising out of, or in connection with a prize or any portion thereof or this Sweepstakes. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the Releasees will not be responsible for any typographical or other error in the printed or other related material related of this Sweepstakes, the administration of the Sweepstakes, the selection of entrants, in the announcement of the prize, including erroneous appearance of qualification for the prize, any entries or entrants disqualified for any of the reasons stated in these Official Rules, or any loss, damage or claims caused by, or in any way related to the prize or the Sweepstakes itself.
WARNING: ANY ATTEMPT BY ANY PERSON TO DELIBERATELY UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF CRIMINAL AND/OR CIVIL LAWS. SHOULD SUCH ATTEMPT BE MADE, SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SEEK REMEDIES AND DAMAGE FROM ANY SUCH PERSON TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW AND TO BAN OR DISQUALIFY SUCH PERSON FROM THIS AND FUTURE SWEEPSTAKES.
DISPUTES REGARDING THE IDENTITY OF ENTRANT: Entries will be deemed made by the authorized account holder of the e-mail address submitted at the time of entry. In the event of a dispute, the selected entrant may be required to provide proof that s/he is the authorized holder of the identified e-mail account.
CHANGES TO SWEEPSTAKES, OFFICIAL RULES, ETC.: Under no circumstances will more than the stated number of prizes be awarded. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole and absolute discretion, to modify, cancel, or suspend this Sweepstakes, or to amend the Official Rules at any time, without prior individual notice, should any factor interfere with the administration, security, or proper play of this Sweepstakes as contemplated by these Official Rules. If for any reason Sponsor is prevented from continuing with this Sweepstakes, or the integrity and/or feasibility of the Sweepstakes is undermined by any event including but not limited to fire, flood, epidemic, earthquake, explosion, labor dispute or strike, act of God or public enemy, satellite or equipment failure, riot or civil disturbance, war (declared or undeclared), terrorist threat or activity, any federal, state, provincial/territorial, or local government law, order, or regulation, or any order of any court or jurisdiction, Sponsor shall have the right, but not the obligation, in its sole and absolute discretion, to award the prize from among all entries received to date.
DISPUTES/CHOICE OF LAW: Each entrant agrees that (1) any and all disputes, claims, and causes of action arising out of or in connection with this Sweepstakes, or any prize awarded, shall be resolved individually, without resort to any form of class action, and any judicial proceeding shall take place in a federal or state court in WISCONSIN; (2) any and all claims, judgments, and awards shall be limited to actual out-of-pocket costs incurred, including costs associated with entering this Sweepstakes, but in no event attorneys’ fees, and (3) under no circumstances will entrant be permitted to obtain awards for, and entrant hereby waives all rights to claim punitive, incidental, and consequential damages, and any other damages, other than for actual out-of-pocket expenses, and any and all rights to have damages multiplied or otherwise increased. All issues and questions concerning the construction, validity, interpretation, and enforceability of these Official Rules or the rights and obligations of entrant and the Sponsor in connection with this Sweepstakes shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of WISCONSIN, without giving effect to any choice of law or conflict of law rules or provisions OF any other jurisdiction that would cause the application of the laws of any jurisdiction other than those of the State of WISCONSIN.
RULES GOVERN: The Sweepstakes will be run in accordance with these Official Rules, which shall prevail, govern, and control in the event of any inconsistency with any Sweepstakes-related materials.
PRIVACY: Personally identifiable information that is submitted by entrants as part of this Sweepstakes will be used to administer the Sweepstakes, select the prize winners, and fulfill the prizes, and will be treated in accordance with Sponsor’s Privacy Policy available at https://www.ginnys.com/cm/privacy-policy.html.
WINNERS’ LIST: For the name of the winners, send a self-addressed stamped envelope by March 31, 2025 to: Winner’s List – Ginny’s Advent Calendar Sweepstakes, Attn: Brand Marketing, 1112 7th Avenue, Monroe, WI 53566-1364. Winners (i.e., first name, last initial, city, state) will also be available at www.ginnys.com/blog.