Are you ready to kick off the school year with a chance to win amazing prizes? Look no further than the Kohl’s “Back to School Sweepstakes”! This exciting promotion offers you the opportunity to win monthly, grand, first, and second prizes. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through all the details you need to know to enter and increase your chances of winning.
Sweepstakes Duration
The Kohl’s “Back to School Sweepstakes” runs from August 1, 2023, starting at 12:00:01 am Central Time (CT), and ends on September 10, 2023, at 11:59:59 pm CT. It’s important to note that this promotion is open only for a limited time, so mark your calendars and make sure to enter before the deadline.
Eligibility
Before diving into the exciting world of the “Back to School Sweepstakes,” it’s essential to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria. To participate, you must be a legal resident of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia, and you must be at least eighteen (18) years old or the age of majority in your jurisdiction of residence, whichever is older, at the time of entry.
It’s important to note that certain individuals are not eligible to enter or win prizes. This includes employees, consultants, independent contractors, and interns who have performed services for Kohl’s, Inc., the sponsor, and its affiliated companies within the past six months. Additionally, immediate family members and household members of these individuals are also ineligible to participate.
How to Enter
Entering the Kohl’s “Back to School Sweepstakes” is quick and easy. During the promotion period, you have two ways to enter:
Online Entry
To enter online, simply navigate to the designated website for the sweepstakes: kohls2023sweeps.com. Once there, complete the sweepstakes entry form by providing your full name, phone number, and email address. Make sure to double-check your information for accuracy before submitting.
“Invite a Friend” Additional Entry
For an additional chance to win, you can invite friends to enter the sweepstakes. Follow the prompts on the website and share the sweepstakes via email, Instagram, or Twitter with friends who meet the eligibility criteria. If your friend clicks on the designated hypertext link included in the email/post/tweet and subsequently enters the sweepstakes, you will receive one (1) additional entry. Remember to obtain your friend’s permission before sharing the sweepstakes with them.
Mail-in Entry
If you prefer a traditional approach, you can also enter the sweepstakes by mail. On a 3″x5″ card, handprint your name, mailing address (including zip code), email address (if applicable), and daytime phone number. Place the card in a business-size (#10) envelope and mail it to: Kohl’s Back to School Sweepstakes Entry, P.O. Box 1559, Social Circle, GA 30025-9999. Ensure that your entry is postmarked by August 31, 2023, and received by September 8, 2023, to be eligible for the grand prize drawing.
Entry Limit
Each entrant is allowed a total of six (6) entries during the promotion period. This includes one (1) initial entry and up to five (5) additional entries for sharing the sweepstakes with friends. It’s important to note that a “day” is defined as starting at 12:00:00 AM (midnight) CT and ending at the following 11:59:59 PM CT, except for the first day of the sweepstakes period, which begins at 12:00:01 AM CT and ends at 11:59:59 PM CT.
Prizes
The Kohl’s “Back to School Sweepstakes” offers a range of exciting prizes for lucky winners. Here’s a breakdown of the prizes and their approximate retail values (ARV):
- Monthly Prize (50 winners): Each monthly prize winner will receive a $100 Kohl’s e-Gift Card, redeemable at any Kohl’s store or online at www.kohls.com.
- Grand Prize (1 winner): The grand prize winner will receive a $1,000 Kohl’s e-Gift Card, providing an excellent opportunity for a shopping spree at Kohl’s.
- First Prize (1 winner): The first prize winner will receive a $500 Kohl’s e-Gift Card, allowing for a substantial shopping experience.
- Second Prize (1 winner): The second prize winner will receive a $250 Kohl’s e-Gift Card, providing flexibility and options for their shopping desires.
The total value of all prizes in the Kohl’s “Back to School Sweepstakes” is $6,750.00. It’s crucial to note that no substitutions, cash redemptions, or transfers of prizes are allowed, except with the sponsor’s permission or where required by law. All taxes associated with the prizes are the sole responsibility of the winners.
Random Drawings
The potential prize winners will be selected through random drawings conducted by an independent judging organization/administrator. These drawings will take place approximately seven (7) business days after the promotion period ends. The drawings will consist of all eligible entries received during the promotion period.
Winner Notification
If you’re one of the lucky winners, you will be notified by email or phone approximately seven (7) business days after the promotion period ends. To remain eligible, potential prize winners must sign and return within three (3) business days the necessary documents, including an Affidavit of Eligibility, Release and Indemnification, a Publicity Release (where allowed by law), and potentially a W-9 Tax form. Failure to respond or return the required documents within the indicated time period may result in disqualification, and an alternate winner will be selected.
Conditions and Limitations of Liability
By participating in the Kohl’s “Back to School Sweepstakes,” you agree to be bound by the official rules and the decisions of the sponsor and administrator. The promotion entities, including Kohl’s, Inc., and its affiliates, as well as the independent administrator, will be released from any actions, claims, injury, loss, or damage arising from participation in the sweepstakes or any sweepstakes-related activity. It’s important to note that the sponsor makes no warranty or guarantee regarding the prizes, and winners may be required to sign additional documents and provide necessary information for tax purposes.
Disputes and Privacy Policy
Any disputes arising from or connected to the Kohl’s “Back to School Sweepstakes” will be resolved individually and exclusively by the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin or an appropriate Wisconsin State Court. The sweepstakes is subject to the laws of the United States, and the privacy policy governing the use of information provided in connection with the sweepstakes can be found on the Kohl’s website.
Conclusion
Now that you have a comprehensive understanding of how to enter the Kohl’s “Back to School Sweepstakes,” it’s time to seize the opportunity and try your luck! Remember to follow the rules, spread the word to your friends for additional entries, and keep an eye on your email or phone for potential winner notifications. Good luck, and may your back-to-school season be filled with exciting prizes from Kohl’s!
