Stella Rosa Holiday Hero Contest – Win $1,500 Cash for You and Your Holiday Hero

The Stella Rosa Holiday Hero Contest: How to Nominate Someone Who Deserves $1,500

What if you could reward someone who’s made your year brighter — and pocket $1,500 yourself while you’re at it? The Stella Rosa Holiday Hero Contest is your chance to do exactly that. Whether it’s your friend who volunteers every weekend, your mom who never stops giving, or your coworker who keeps spirits high, this contest celebrates those unsung heroes who make the holidays shine.

Hosted by iHeartMedia and Riboli Family Wines, the makers of Stella Rosa, this nationwide contest runs from November 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025, and gives both nominators and nominees $1,500 each if selected as winners. No purchase is necessary, and it’s open to residents of the 50 U.S. states and D.C. who are 21 or older.

The best part? You don’t need a fancy video or big social following. A heartfelt 100-word essay could land you both $1,500 in time for the new year.

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PRIZE BREAKDOWN

Each round of the contest — Phase I and Phase II — awards $1,500 cash prizes to both the nominator and the nominee in each of five U.S. regions: West, Central, Northeast, Midwest, and Southeast.

Phase I Prizes (November 2025):

• Five (5) Nominators each win $1,500
• Five (5) Nominees each win $1,500

Phase II Prizes (December 2025):

• Five (5) Nominators each win $1,500
• Five (5) Nominees each win $1,500

That’s a total of $30,000 in cash prizes, spread across ten winning pairs — a truly generous way to celebrate holiday kindness. Each prize is paid via check, directly from iHeartMedia.

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WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THE PRIZE IF YOU WIN

A cool $1,500 can stretch surprisingly far during the holidays. Think of what you could do with that kind of cash:

• Treat your Holiday Hero. Maybe your nominee’s been saving for a vacation or could use a bill paid off — this could be your way to give back.
• Upgrade your celebrations. From plane tickets to see family, to an unforgettable holiday dinner, $1,500 can elevate your season.
• Start the new year right. Pay down debt, invest in a passion project, or kick off 2026 with a stress-free financial cushion.

If you’re the one being nominated, it’s even sweeter — this is recognition for being someone’s everyday inspiration. The dual-prize format makes this contest stand out: it rewards both the giver and the doer, perfectly aligned with Stella Rosa’s “spread the joy” message.

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Q&A

Is this legitimate?
Yes. The Stella Rosa Holiday Hero Contest is hosted by iHeartMedia + Entertainment, Inc. and sponsored by Riboli Family Wines, the official makers of Stella Rosa.

How many entries are allowed?
Only one (1) entry per person, per email address, and per household is allowed. This is a one-time entry contest, not a daily or instant win. Multiple entries will lead to disqualification.

Are there bonus entries?
No. There are no bonus or additional entries available — quality and originality of your 100-word essay matter more than quantity.

How many prizes can you win?
Each person or household can win only one (1) prize across both phases of the contest.