"READY SET WIN" SWEEPSTAKES
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Below are answers to frequently asked questions about the "Ready Set Win" Sweepstakes. We suggest you print this page for future reference.
When is the Sweepstakes?
The sweepstakes starts on August 1, 2005 and runs through September 9, 2005.
Who may enter?
Sweepstakes is open to individuals who are legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia, 18 years of age or older.
How do I enter?
1. In-Store: Complete the official entry form available at participating Discovery Channel Stores while supplies last.
2. Mail-In: Hand-print in ink your full name, complete home address (including zip code), home telephone number (including area code), date of birth, e-mail address (optional) on a 3" X 5" piece of paper and mail in a stamped envelope to: "Ready Set Win Sweepstakes", PO Box 2007, Grand Rapids, MN, 55745-2007.
3. Online: Go online during the Entry Period to www.ReadySetLearn.com and click on the "Ready Set Win Sweepstakes" link. Follow the instructions provided to submit your full name, complete home address (including zip code), home telephone number (including area code), e-mail address, date of birth and any optional questions.
How often may I enter?
Via In-Store and Mail-In you can enter as often as you wish, but each entry must be separate or mailed separately. Via Online you can enter once per day.
What are the prizes?
One Grand Prize will receive a $25,000 education contribution to a 529 account. See Official Rules for all details.
When and how will the winners be selected?
The winners will be chosen in a random drawing to be held on or about October 3, 2005.
How will I know if I've won?
The winners will be contacted by phone and/or mail after the random drawing. For the names of the winners, available after 12/02/05, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: "Ready Set Win Sweepstakes" Winners, 401 Fifth Avenue, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10016. Requests must be received by 01/02/06.
What are my chances of winning?
Your chances of winning are based on the number of people who enter.
By entering the sweepstakes will I automatically win something?
No, when you enter, you are entering for a chance to win a prize. The winners will be chosen in the random drawing detailed above.
I have a friend who wants to enter. Can he or she still participate even though the sweepstakes has already started?
Yes. If your friend is eligible, your friend may enter once a day by any of the methods described above.
How many people can enter the sweepstakes?
The sweepstakes has an ongoing registration so it is difficult to say, but there is no maximum number.
What should I do if I can't reach the sweepstakes web pages when I try to visit?
Come back and try again another time. Many Internet sites experience "traffic jams" from time to time. Refreshing the page may help. However, if you have problems connecting to all web sites, contact your system administrator; you may have a problem at your end.
I'm having trouble entering the sweepstakes. My computer seems to be too slow or times out repeatedly. What should I do?
From time to time, the Internet experiences heavy periods of traffic. The slowdown in the registration process is often caused by a large number of consumers trying to register for the sweepstakes at the same time. If you are experiencing "time-outs" while trying to register, we suggest that you wait a few minutes or try again at a later time.
I'm a Macintosh user. Will I have trouble entering the sweepstakes?
No, the sweepstakes is equally accessible through Macs and PCs.
Where can I send feedback about the sweepstakes?
You can send general feedback and suggestions to online_sweepstakes@discovery.com.
What if I have read all of the FAQs and I'm still having a problem entering?
If you are still encountering difficulties entering, you can send an e-mail to online_sweepstakes@discovery.com to inform us of your questions. Please make sure you include a detailed description of your situation, your full name and the type of browser you use. We will make every effort to get to the bottom of any technical questions that may arise.
Please see Official Sweepstakes Rules for more details, legal disclosures and entry requirements.