Sweepstakes Rules
OFFICIAL SWEEPSTAKES RULES: Democracy Check Up with CAKE
BY ENTERING THIS SWEEPSTAKES, YOU AGREE TO THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS.
NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
OPEN TO ELIGIBLE LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES AND DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (EXCEPT FOR THOSE RESIDING IN MISSISSIPPI OR OREGON), WHO, AS OF THE TIME OF ENTRY, ARE AT LEAST [18 YEARS OLD].
VOID IN OREGON, MISSISSIPPI AND ALL JURISDICTIONS OTHER THAN THOSE STATED ABOVE AND WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.
Introduction. A prize of one (1) set of posters signed by CAKE, will be awarded to one (1) winner.
Sponsor. HeadCount, Inc., 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001 (“Sponsor”)
The Democracy Check Up with CAKE (“Sweepstakes”) is in no way authorized, sponsored, endorsed, approved, or administered by or offered in association with, CAKE. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding the Sweepstakes is to be directed to Sponsor, at the address above, and not any other party.
This Sweepstakes is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram. You understand that you are providing your information to Sponsor and not to Instagram. You agree to release Instagram from all claims arising out of, or in connection with, this Sweepstakes. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding this Sweepstakes should be directed to Sponsor and not to Instagram.
Timing. The Sweepstakes will begin at 9:00 AM EST, 4/19/25 and run until 11:59 PM EST, 10/13/25 (the “Entry Period”). Sponsor’s computer is the official time keeping device for the Sweepstakes.
Eligibility. The Sweepstakes is open only to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia (except for those residing in Mississippi and Oregon), who, as of the time of entry, are at least AGE (18) years of age. Void in Mississippi, Oregon, and all other jurisdictions other than those stated above and where prohibited or restricted by law. Employees, officers, directors, contractors, and representatives of Sponsor, CAKE, and their respective corporate parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, agents, and any other entity involved in the development or administration of the Sweepstakes (collectively, with Sponsor CAKE, the “Sweepstakes Entities”) as well as the immediate family (defined as spouse, parents, children, siblings, grandparents, and “steps” of each) and household members of each, whether or not related, are not eligible to enter or win the Sweepstakes. By participating, you agree to abide by these official rules (the “Official Rules”) and the decisions of Sponsor in all matters relating to the Sweepstakes, which are final and binding in all respects. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Sponsor’s volunteers are eligible to enter the Sweepstakes.
How to Enter. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY AND NO ENTRY FEE, PAYMENT OR PROOF OF PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE.
Taking civic actions, such as verifying your voter registration status, registering to vote, or requesting a mail in ballot, is NOT required for entry. Having a valid voter registration status or being eligible to register to vote is NOT required for entry.
There are two (2) ways to enter the Sweepstakes:
(1) INTERNET (You may receive a Maximum of one (1) per this method of entry:
- Earn one (1) entry by visiting the Sweepstakes Website on a web browser and completing and submitting the form provided on the Sweepstakes Website during the Entry Period.
(2) MAIL:
- Mail a 3 ½” x 5” card with your full name, complete valid postal address (including zip code), date of birth, telephone number, valid e-mail address, and the words “Democracy Check Up with CAKE Entry” legibly, hand printed in a #10 envelope with proper postage affixed to: 104 West 29th Street 11th Floor NYC 10001, ATTN: Democracy Check Up with CAKE You will receive one (1) entry for each completed eligible mail-in entry received (maximum one (1) entry per stamped outer mailing envelope). Mail-in entries must be postmarked by the last day of the Entry Period and received by 10/16/25 (“Mail-in Entry Deadline”). Postcards not received by the Mail-in Entry Deadline will be disqualified. Proof of mailing does not constitute proof of delivery. The Sweepstakes Entities assume no responsibility for lost, late, incomplete, stolen, misdirected, mutilated, illegible or postage-due entries or mail, all of which will be void. No mechanically reproduced entries permitted. Illegible/incomplete entries are void. All entries become the property of Sponsor, and none will be acknowledged or returned.
You can earn a maximum of one (1) entry in the Sweepstakes, regardless of the method of entry.
The submission of an entry is solely the responsibility of the entrant. Only eligible entries actually postmarked/received by the deadlines specified in these Official Rules will be included in the Prize drawing. Any automated receipt does not constitute proof of actual receipt by Sponsor of an entry for purposes of these Official Rules.
Compliance with the entry requirements will be determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Entries that violate these entry requirements will be disqualified from the Sweepstakes.
Odds of Winning: Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received.
Prize. One (1) winner (the “Winner”) will win the following: one (1) set of posters signed by CAKE.
with an approximate retail value of [$250 (USD)].
The total ARV of all Prizes offered in this Sweepstakes is [$250 (USD)].
Winners are subject to verification, including verification of age and residency. The right to receive a Prize is neither transferable or assignable. No cash of other prize substitutions will be available, except at the sole discretion of Sponsor, who reserves the right to award a prize of equal or greater financial value if any advertised Prize (or any component thereof) becomes unavailable. Prize does not include any other item or expense not specifically described in these Official Rules.
As a condition of receiving the prize, the winner must provide Sponsor with a valid mailing address. Sponsor will pay for the cost of delivering the prize to the winner within the United States. The method of shipping and the carrier will be determined in the sole discretion of Sponsor. Sponsor is not responsible for any prizes that are lost, stolen, undeliverable or returned.
The various elements of the Prize will be as arranged by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to change the dates of travel. Sponsor will notify Winner in the event of a change in itinerary.
It is the responsibility of the Winner to obtain and possess all required documents. Sponsor has no responsibility for occurrences beyond its control. No refund or compensation will be made. Sponsor has no responsibility for the winner’s inability or failure to accept or use any part of the Prize as described herein. If the Winner is unable to use the Prize during the time period determined by Sponsor, the Winner forfeits the Prize in its entirety and if time permits, Sponsor will select a substitute winner at random from among all remaining eligible entries. If the Winner is disqualified and there is no time to reasonably select a substitute winner, Sponsor reserves the right not to select a substitute winner and to retain the related Prize. In case of prize forfeiture, no further compensation is due to winner from Sponsor. Winner is responsible for obtaining all other forms of insurance at their option and hereby acknowledges that Sponsor has not and will not obtain or provide any form of insurance. Sponsor is not liable for any travel canceled or Prizes forfeited due to a force majeure event (including without limitation, events related to the propagation of the COVID-19 virus).
WINNER AGREES TO ACCEPT THE PRIZE “AS IS”, AND YOU HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES HAVE NEITHER MADE NOR ARE IN ANY MANNER RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR GUARANTEE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN FACT OR IN LAW, RELATIVE TO THE PRIZE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO (A) ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED EXCLUSIVELY BY A PRIZE SUPPLIER THAT ARE SENT ALONG WITH THE PRIZE OR (B) THEIR QUALITY OR MECHANIC CONDITIONS. SPONSOR HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NONINFRINGEMENT
Winner is solely responsible for all federal, state, local, or other applicable taxes associated with the acceptance and use of a Prize. All costs and expenses associated with Prize acceptance and use not specifically provided herein are the responsibility of each winner.
The winner agrees and acknowledges that Sponsor may be required to withhold and remit a portion of prize value to comply with applicable tax laws. The winner also agrees to provide Sponsor with a valid social security number or any other information Sponsor may require in connection with applicable tax reporting or withholding requirements or other laws or regulations.
Winner Selection and Notification. On or about 10/20/25, one (1) Winner will be selected from all eligible entries received via a random drawing administered electronically at the offices of HeadCount - 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001. Sponsor will notify Winner by email via the email address submitted with their Sweepstakes entry. Entrant must be the authorized account holder of the e-mail address used in connection with the entry. The “authorized account holder” is defined as the natural person to whom the e-mail address is assigned by an internet service provider, online service provider or other organization (e.g., business, educational institution, etc.) that is responsible for assigning e-mail addresses for the domain associated with the submitted e-mail address. In the event of a discrepancy between the identity of the authorized account holder, the “winner,” and the entrant, Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to determine whether the entry is valid or to declare the entry invalid and select an alternate winner or not award the unclaimed prize.
Winner is subject to verification of eligibility, including verification of age and residency.
Winner may be required to complete, sign, notarize and return an affidavit of eligibility/liability release and a publicity release, all of which must be properly executed and returned within three (3) days of issuance of Prize notification. If a Winner (i) is determined to be ineligible or otherwise disqualified by Sponsor, (ii) fails to respond to Sponsor’s selection email or text within forty-eight (48) hours of such email or text, or (iii) fails to timely provide any information requested by Sponsor (e.g., information needed by Sponsor to deliver the prize) or timely execute and return any documents required by Sponsor, the Winner will be disqualified and forfeits all interest in the Prize in its entirety. If the winner is disqualified, Sponsor reserves the right to select a substitute Winner based upon a random drawing from among all other eligible entries received or not award the unclaimed prize.
Publicity. Except where prohibited by law or regulation, by accepting a Prize, the Winner hereby grants the Sponsor and its representatives a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive and sub-licensable right and license to distribute, publicly display and use his/her name, photograph, voice, likeness and information about the prize award, in any way, at any time, in any and all media, including without limitation, without any additional approval or consideration, in connection with the promotion and marketing of this and other sweepstakes offers and Sponsor’s mission.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY.
YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT YOU ACCESS AND USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE IS MADE AVAILABLE ON AN “AS IS” AND “WITH ALL FAULTS” BASIS, AND THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, TITLE, QUIET ENJOYMENT, ACCURACY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES MAKE NO WARRANTY THAT THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, WILL BE AVAILABLE ON AN UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE BASIS, OR WILL BE ACCURATE, RELIABLE, FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL CODE, COMPLETE, LEGAL, OR SAFE. IF APPLICABLE LAW REQUIRES ANY WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE FOREGOING EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW AND NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY CONTAINED HEREIN, YOU AGREE THAT (I) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO: (A) THE SWEEPSTAKES, (B) ANY PRIZE AWARDED, OR (C) YOUR USE OF INABILITY TO USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE (IN EACH CASE EVEN IF SPONSOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES) AND (II) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES’ LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE OFFICIAL RULES, THE SWEEPSTAKES, THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, OR ANY PRIZE WILL AT ALL TIMES BE LIMITED TO YOUR ACTUAL OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSES OF PARTICIPATION IN THE SWEEPSTAKES (IF ANY). THE EXISTENCE OF MORE THAN ONE CLAIM WILL NOT ENLARGE THIS LIMIT.
The Sweepstakes Entities assume no liability and are not responsible for, and by entering the Sweepstakes you hereby waive and release the Sweepstakes Parties from, any actions, claims, damages, losses or injuries of any kind (collectively “Claims”) arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or the receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation, Claims relating to:By participating in the Sweepstakes, you hereby waive, release and hold harmless Sweepstakes Entities from any liability, claims, actions, costs, injuries, losses or damages of any kind, directly or indirectly, whether caused by negligence or not, arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or your receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation relating to: (i) technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunctioning of any computer, mobile device, cable, network, hardware or software; (ii) the unavailability or inaccessibility of any telephone or Internet service; (iii) unauthorized human intervention, (iv) incorrect, delayed or inaccurate transmission, winner notifications, prize claims or other information or communications relating to the Sweepstakes, or the failure to capture or transmit any such information; (v) damage to any person’s computer or mobile device; or (vi) any errors in these Official Rules, winner notifications or other announcements or communications relating to the Sweepstakes. In the event of any ambiguity or error(s) in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to clarify or modify these Official Rules however it deems appropriate to correct any such ambiguity or error(s). If due to an error or for any other reason, more legitimate prize claims are received than the number of prizes stated in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to award only one (1) Prize from a random drawing from among all eligible entrants. In no event will more than the stated number of prizes (i.e. one (1) Prize) be awarded.
Sponsor reserves the right in its sole discretion to disqualify any entry or entrant from the Sweepstakes or from winning the Prize if it determines that said entrant is attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the promotion by cheating, deception, or other unfair playing practices (including the use of automated quick entry programs) or intending to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrants or any Sweepstakes Entities.
LEGAL WARNING: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT OR ANY OTHER INDIVIDUAL TO DELIBERATELY DAMAGE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, TAMPER WITH THE ENTRY PROCESS, OR OTHERWISE UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF LAW AND, SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO PURSUE ALL REMEDIES AGAINST ANY SUCH INDIVIDUAL TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
For California Residents Only: You hereby waive California Civil Code Section 1542, which states, “A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that, if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party.”
Sponsor’s Reservation of Rights. Sponsor’s failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules shall not constitute a waiver of that provision. If any provision of these Official Rules is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck, and the remaining provisions shall be enforced. If for any reason the Sweepstakes is not capable of being safely executed as planned, including, without limitation, as a result of war, natural disasters or weather events, labor strikes, acts of terrorism, pandemic infection (including without limitation, events related to the COVID-19 virus), or other force majeure event, or any infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failures or any other causes which in the opinion of and/or Sweepstakes Entities, corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity, or proper conduct and fulfillment of this Sweepstakes, Sponsor reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes. In the event of any cancellation, termination or suspension, Sponsor reserves the right to select a winner from a random drawing from among all eligible, non-suspect entries received as of the date of the termination, cancellation or suspension.
DISPUTES AND JURISDICTION: THE SWEEPSTAKES IS GOVERNED BY, AND WILL BE CONSTRUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH, THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, WITHOUT REGARD TO ITS CONFLICTS OF LAW PRINCIPLES, AND THE FORUM AND VENUE FOR ANY DISPUTE RELATING TO THE SWEEPSTAKES SHALL BE IN A FEDERAL OR STATE COURT OF COMPETENT JURISDICTION IN NEW YORK, NEW YORK. EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED, ENTRANTS AGREE THAT ANY AND ALL DISPUTES, CLAIMS AND CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR CONNECTED WITH THIS SWEEPSTAKES OR ANY PRIZE AWARDED SHALL BE RESOLVED INDIVIDUALLY, WITHOUT RESORT TO ANY FORM OF CLASS ACTION.
Privacy. Any personally identifiable information collected during an entrant’s participation in the Sweepstakes will be collected and used by Sponsor and its designees for the administration and fulfillment of the Sweepstakes and as otherwise described in these Official Rules and Sponsor’s privacy policy available at www.HeadCount.org/privacy-policy/. Should entrant register to vote, their information will be shared, as noted on the user interface, with the individual state election board in entrant’s home state, and also be added to databases of registered voters used exclusively for non-profit purposes and the purpose of encouraging voter turnout.
Winners List. A winners list is available only within sixty (60) days after the end of the Entry Period. To receive a copy of the winners list, mail a request to Democracy Check Up with CAKE Sweepstakes Winners List, 104 W. 29th Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10001, Attention: Digital Marketing Department. In order to obtain a winner’s list, where permitted by law, send your written request and a self-addressed, stamped envelope (residents of VT and WA may omit return postage).
Intellectual Property Ownership; Access to Sweepstakes Website. You acknowledge and agree that the Sweepstakes Website and all content thereof, and all the intellectual property rights, including copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets therein, are owned by Sponsor or its licensors. Neither these Official Rules (nor your access to the Sweepstakes Website) transfers to you or any third party any rights, title or interest in or to such intellectual property rights, except for the limited, non-exclusive right to access the Sweepstakes Website for your own personal, noncommercial use. Sponsor and its suppliers reserve all rights not granted in these Official Rules. There are no implied licenses granted under these Official Rules.
All trademarks, logos and service marks (“Marks”) displayed on the Sweepstakes Website are Sponsor’s property or the property of other third parties. You are not permitted to use these Marks without Sponsor’s prior written consent or the consent of such third party which may own the Marks.
OFFICIAL SWEEPSTAKES RULES: Democracy Check Up with Dave Matthews Band
BY ENTERING THIS SWEEPSTAKES, YOU AGREE TO THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS.
NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
OPEN TO ELIGIBLE LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES AND DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (EXCEPT FOR THOSE RESIDING IN MISSISSIPPI OR OREGON), WHO, AS OF THE TIME OF ENTRY, ARE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD.
VOID IN OREGON, MISSISSIPPI AND ALL JURISDICTIONS OTHER THAN THOSE STATED ABOVE AND WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.
Introduction. A prize of one (1) custom drumhead signed by Dave Matthews Band, will be awarded to one (1) winner.
Sponsor. HeadCount, Inc., 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001 (“Sponsor”)
The Democracy Check Up with Dave Matthews Band (“Sweepstakes”) is in no way authorized, sponsored, endorsed, approved, or administered by or offered in association with, Dave Matthews Band. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding the Sweepstakes is to be directed to Sponsor, at the address above, and not any other party.
This Sweepstakes is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram. You understand that you are providing your information to Sponsor and not to Instagram. You agree to release Instagram from all claims arising out of, or in connection with, this Sweepstakes. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding this Sweepstakes should be directed to Sponsor and not to Instagram.
Timing. The Sweepstakes will begin at 9 AM EST, 5/24/25 and run until 11:59 PM EST, 9/1/25 (the “Entry Period”). Sponsor’s computer is the official time keeping device for the Sweepstakes.
Eligibility. The Sweepstakes is open only to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia (except for those residing in Mississippi and Oregon), who, as of the time of entry, are at least AGE 18 years of age. Void in Mississippi, Oregon, and all other jurisdictions other than those stated above and where prohibited or restricted by law. Employees, officers, directors, contractors, and representatives of Sponsor, Dave Matthews Band, and their respective corporate parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, agents, and any other entity involved in the development or administration of the Sweepstakes (collectively, with Sponsor Dave Matthews Band, the “Sweepstakes Entities”) as well as the immediate family (defined as spouse, parents, children, siblings, grandparents, and “steps” of each) and household members of each, whether or not related, are not eligible to enter or win the Sweepstakes. By participating, you agree to abide by these official rules (the “Official Rules”) and the decisions of Sponsor in all matters relating to the Sweepstakes, which are final and binding in all respects. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Sponsor’s volunteers are eligible to enter the Sweepstakes.
How to Enter. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY AND NO ENTRY FEE, PAYMENT OR PROOF OF PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE.
Taking civic actions, such as verifying your voter registration status, registering to vote, or requesting a mail in ballot, is NOT required for entry. Having a valid voter registration status or being eligible to register to vote is NOT required for entry.
There are two (2) ways to enter the Sweepstakes:
(1) INTERNET (You may receive a Maximum of one (1) per this method of entry:
- Earn one (1) entry by visiting the Sweepstakes Website on a web browser and completing and submitting the form provided on the Sweepstakes Website during the Entry Period.
(2) MAIL:
- Mail a 3 ½” x 5” card with your full name, complete valid postal address (including zip code), date of birth, telephone number, valid e-mail address, and the words “Democracy Check Up with Dave Matthews Band Entry” legibly, hand printed in a #10 envelope with proper postage affixed to: 104 West 29th Street 11th Floor NYC 10001, ATTN: Democracy Check Up with Dave Matthews Band. You will receive one (1) entry for each completed eligible mail-in entry received (maximum one (1) entry per stamped outer mailing envelope). Mail-in entries must be postmarked by the last day of the Entry Period and received by 9/5/25 (“Mail-in Entry Deadline”). Postcards not received by the Mail-in Entry Deadline will be disqualified. Proof of mailing does not constitute proof of delivery. The Sweepstakes Entities assume no responsibility for lost, late, incomplete, stolen, misdirected, mutilated, illegible or postage-due entries or mail, all of which will be void. No mechanically reproduced entries permitted. Illegible/incomplete entries are void. All entries become the property of Sponsor, and none will be acknowledged or returned.
You can earn a maximum of one (1) entry in the Sweepstakes, regardless of the method of entry.
The submission of an entry is solely the responsibility of the entrant. Only eligible entries actually postmarked/received by the deadlines specified in these Official Rules will be included in the Prize drawing. Any automated receipt does not constitute proof of actual receipt by Sponsor of an entry for purposes of these Official Rules.
Compliance with the entry requirements will be determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Entries that violate these entry requirements will be disqualified from the Sweepstakes.
Odds of Winning: Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received.
Prize. One (1) winner (the “Winner”) will win the following (the “Prize”): one (1) custom drumhead signed by Dave Matthews with an approximate retail value of $250 (USD).
The total ARV of all Prizes offered in this Sweepstakes is $250 (USD).
Winners are subject to verification, including verification of age and residency. The right to receive a Prize is neither transferable or assignable. No cash of other prize substitutions will be available, except at the sole discretion of Sponsor, who reserves the right to award a prize of equal or greater financial value if any advertised Prize (or any component thereof) becomes unavailable. Prize does not include any other item or expense not specifically described in these Official Rules.
As a condition of receiving the prize, the winner must provide Sponsor with a valid mailing address. Sponsor will pay for the cost of delivering the prize to the winner within the United States. The method of shipping and the carrier will be determined in the sole discretion of Sponsor. Sponsor is not responsible for any prizes that are lost, stolen, undeliverable or returned.
The various elements of the Prize will be as arranged by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to change the dates of travel. Sponsor will notify Winner in the event of a change in itinerary.
It is the responsibility of the Winner to obtain and possess all required documents. Sponsor has no responsibility for occurrences beyond its control. No refund or compensation will be made. Sponsor has no responsibility for the winner’s inability or failure to accept or use any part of the Prize as described herein. If the Winner is unable to use the Prize during the time period determined by Sponsor, the Winner forfeits the Prize in its entirety and if time permits, Sponsor will select a substitute winner at random from among all remaining eligible entries. If the Winner is disqualified and there is no time to reasonably select a substitute winner, Sponsor reserves the right not to select a substitute winner and to retain the related Prize. In case of prize forfeiture, no further compensation is due to winner from Sponsor. Winner is responsible for obtaining all other forms of insurance at their option and hereby acknowledges that Sponsor has not and will not obtain or provide any form of insurance. Sponsor is not liable for any travel canceled or Prizes forfeited due to a force majeure event (including without limitation, events related to the propagation of the COVID-19 virus).
WINNER AGREES TO ACCEPT THE PRIZE “AS IS”, AND YOU HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES HAVE NEITHER MADE NOR ARE IN ANY MANNER RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR GUARANTEE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN FACT OR IN LAW, RELATIVE TO THE PRIZE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO (A) ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED EXCLUSIVELY BY A PRIZE SUPPLIER THAT ARE SENT ALONG WITH THE PRIZE OR (B) THEIR QUALITY OR MECHANIC CONDITIONS. SPONSOR HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NONINFRINGEMENT
Winner is solely responsible for all federal, state, local, or other applicable taxes associated with the acceptance and use of a Prize. All costs and expenses associated with Prize acceptance and use not specifically provided herein are the responsibility of each winner.
The winner agrees and acknowledges that Sponsor may be required to withhold and remit a portion of prize value to comply with applicable tax laws. The winner also agrees to provide Sponsor with a valid social security number or any other information Sponsor may require in connection with applicable tax reporting or withholding requirements or other laws or regulations.
Winner Selection and Notification. On or about 9/8/25, one (1) Winner will be selected from all eligible entries received via a random drawing administered electronically at the offices of HeadCount - 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001. Sponsor will notify Winner by email via the email address submitted with their Sweepstakes entry. Entrant must be the authorized account holder of the e-mail address used in connection with the entry. The “authorized account holder” is defined as the natural person to whom the e-mail address is assigned by an internet service provider, online service provider or other organization (e.g., business, educational institution, etc.) that is responsible for assigning e-mail addresses for the domain associated with the submitted e-mail address. In the event of a discrepancy between the identity of the authorized account holder, the “winner,” and the entrant, Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to determine whether the entry is valid or to declare the entry invalid and select an alternate winner or not award the unclaimed prize.
Winner is subject to verification of eligibility, including verification of age and residency.
Winner may be required to complete, sign, notarize and return an affidavit of eligibility/liability release and a publicity release, all of which must be properly executed and returned within three (3) days of issuance of Prize notification. If a Winner (i) is determined to be ineligible or otherwise disqualified by Sponsor, (ii) fails to respond to Sponsor’s selection email or text within forty-eight (48) hours of such email or text, or (iii) fails to timely provide any information requested by Sponsor (e.g., information needed by Sponsor to deliver the prize) or timely execute and return any documents required by Sponsor, the Winner will be disqualified and forfeits all interest in the Prize in its entirety. If the winner is disqualified, Sponsor reserves the right to select a substitute Winner based upon a random drawing from among all other eligible entries received or not award the unclaimed prize.
Publicity. Except where prohibited by law or regulation, by accepting a Prize, the Winner hereby grants the Sponsor and its representatives a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive and sub-licensable right and license to distribute, publicly display and use his/her name, photograph, voice, likeness and information about the prize award, in any way, at any time, in any and all media, including without limitation, without any additional approval or consideration, in connection with the promotion and marketing of this and other sweepstakes offers and Sponsor’s mission.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY.
YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT YOU ACCESS AND USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE IS MADE AVAILABLE ON AN “AS IS” AND “WITH ALL FAULTS” BASIS, AND THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, TITLE, QUIET ENJOYMENT, ACCURACY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES MAKE NO WARRANTY THAT THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, WILL BE AVAILABLE ON AN UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE BASIS, OR WILL BE ACCURATE, RELIABLE, FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL CODE, COMPLETE, LEGAL, OR SAFE. IF APPLICABLE LAW REQUIRES ANY WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE FOREGOING EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW AND NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY CONTAINED HEREIN, YOU AGREE THAT (I) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO: (A) THE SWEEPSTAKES, (B) ANY PRIZE AWARDED, OR (C) YOUR USE OF INABILITY TO USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE (IN EACH CASE EVEN IF SPONSOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES) AND (II) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES’ LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE OFFICIAL RULES, THE SWEEPSTAKES, THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, OR ANY PRIZE WILL AT ALL TIMES BE LIMITED TO YOUR ACTUAL OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSES OF PARTICIPATION IN THE SWEEPSTAKES (IF ANY). THE EXISTENCE OF MORE THAN ONE CLAIM WILL NOT ENLARGE THIS LIMIT.
The Sweepstakes Entities assume no liability and are not responsible for, and by entering the Sweepstakes you hereby waive and release the Sweepstakes Parties from, any actions, claims, damages, losses or injuries of any kind (collectively “Claims”) arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or the receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation, Claims relating to:By participating in the Sweepstakes, you hereby waive, release and hold harmless Sweepstakes Entities from any liability, claims, actions, costs, injuries, losses or damages of any kind, directly or indirectly, whether caused by negligence or not, arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or your receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation relating to: (i) technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunctioning of any computer, mobile device, cable, network, hardware or software; (ii) the unavailability or inaccessibility of any telephone or Internet service; (iii) unauthorized human intervention, (iv) incorrect, delayed or inaccurate transmission, winner notifications, prize claims or other information or communications relating to the Sweepstakes, or the failure to capture or transmit any such information; (v) damage to any person’s computer or mobile device; or (vi) any errors in these Official Rules, winner notifications or other announcements or communications relating to the Sweepstakes. In the event of any ambiguity or error(s) in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to clarify or modify these Official Rules however it deems appropriate to correct any such ambiguity or error(s). If due to an error or for any other reason, more legitimate prize claims are received than the number of prizes stated in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to award only one (1) Prize from a random drawing from among all eligible entrants. In no event will more than the stated number of prizes (i.e. one (1) Prize) be awarded.
Sponsor reserves the right in its sole discretion to disqualify any entry or entrant from the Sweepstakes or from winning the Prize if it determines that said entrant is attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the promotion by cheating, deception, or other unfair playing practices (including the use of automated quick entry programs) or intending to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrants or any Sweepstakes Entities.
LEGAL WARNING: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT OR ANY OTHER INDIVIDUAL TO DELIBERATELY DAMAGE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, TAMPER WITH THE ENTRY PROCESS, OR OTHERWISE UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF LAW AND, SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO PURSUE ALL REMEDIES AGAINST ANY SUCH INDIVIDUAL TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
For California Residents Only: You hereby waive California Civil Code Section 1542, which states, “A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that, if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party.”
Sponsor’s Reservation of Rights. Sponsor’s failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules shall not constitute a waiver of that provision. If any provision of these Official Rules is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck, and the remaining provisions shall be enforced. If for any reason the Sweepstakes is not capable of being safely executed as planned, including, without limitation, as a result of war, natural disasters or weather events, labor strikes, acts of terrorism, pandemic infection (including without limitation, events related to the COVID-19 virus), or other force majeure event, or any infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failures or any other causes which in the opinion of and/or Sweepstakes Entities, corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity, or proper conduct and fulfillment of this Sweepstakes, Sponsor reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes. In the event of any cancellation, termination or suspension, Sponsor reserves the right to select a winner from a random drawing from among all eligible, non-suspect entries received as of the date of the termination, cancellation or suspension.
DISPUTES AND JURISDICTION: THE SWEEPSTAKES IS GOVERNED BY, AND WILL BE CONSTRUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH, THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, WITHOUT REGARD TO ITS CONFLICTS OF LAW PRINCIPLES, AND THE FORUM AND VENUE FOR ANY DISPUTE RELATING TO THE SWEEPSTAKES SHALL BE IN A FEDERAL OR STATE COURT OF COMPETENT JURISDICTION IN NEW YORK, NEW YORK. EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED, ENTRANTS AGREE THAT ANY AND ALL DISPUTES, CLAIMS AND CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR CONNECTED WITH THIS SWEEPSTAKES OR ANY PRIZE AWARDED SHALL BE RESOLVED INDIVIDUALLY, WITHOUT RESORT TO ANY FORM OF CLASS ACTION.
Privacy. Any personally identifiable information collected during an entrant’s participation in the Sweepstakes will be collected and used by Sponsor and its designees for the administration and fulfillment of the Sweepstakes and as otherwise described in these Official Rules and Sponsor’s privacy policy available at www.HeadCount.org/privacy-policy/. Should entrant register to vote, their information will be shared, as noted on the user interface, with the individual state election board in entrant’s home state, and also be added to databases of registered voters used exclusively for non-profit purposes and the purpose of encouraging voter turnout.
Winners List. A winners list is available only within sixty (60) days after the end of the Entry Period. To receive a copy of the winners list, mail a request to Democracy Check Up with Dave Matthews Band Sweepstakes Winners List, 104 W. 29th Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10001, Attention: Digital Marketing Department. In order to obtain a winner’s list, where permitted by law, send your written request and a self-addressed, stamped envelope (residents of VT and WA may omit return postage).
Intellectual Property Ownership; Access to Sweepstakes Website. You acknowledge and agree that the Sweepstakes Website and all content thereof, and all the intellectual property rights, including copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets therein, are owned by Sponsor or its licensors. Neither these Official Rules (nor your access to the Sweepstakes Website) transfers to you or any third party any rights, title or interest in or to such intellectual property rights, except for the limited, non-exclusive right to access the Sweepstakes Website for your own personal, noncommercial use. Sponsor and its suppliers reserve all rights not granted in these Official Rules. There are no implied licenses granted under these Official Rules.
All trademarks, logos and service marks (“Marks”) displayed on the Sweepstakes Website are Sponsor’s property or the property of other third parties. You are not permitted to use these Marks without Sponsor’s prior written consent or the consent of such third party which may own the Marks.
OFFICIAL SWEEPSTAKES RULES: Democracy Check Up with Goose
BY ENTERING THIS SWEEPSTAKES, YOU AGREE TO THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS.
NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
OPEN TO ELIGIBLE LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES AND DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (EXCEPT FOR THOSE RESIDING IN MISSISSIPPI OR OREGON), WHO, AS OF THE TIME OF ENTRY, ARE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD.
VOID IN OREGON, MISSISSIPPI AND ALL JURISDICTIONS OTHER THAN THOSE STATED ABOVE AND WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.
Introduction. A prize of one (1) poster signed by Goose, will be awarded to one (1) winner.
Sponsor. HeadCount, Inc., 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001 (“Sponsor”)
The Democracy Check Up with Goose (“Sweepstakes”) is in no way authorized, sponsored, endorsed, approved, or administered by or offered in association with, Goose. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding the Sweepstakes is to be directed to Sponsor, at the address above, and not any other party.
This Sweepstakes is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram. You understand that you are providing your information to Sponsor and not to Instagram. You agree to release Instagram from all claims arising out of, or in connection with, this Sweepstakes. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding this Sweepstakes should be directed to Sponsor and not to Instagram.
Timing. The Sweepstakes will begin at 9:00 AM EST, 5/30/25 and run until 11:59 PM EST 6/29/25 (the “Entry Period”). Sponsor’s computer is the official time keeping device for the Sweepstakes.
Eligibility. The Sweepstakes is open only to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia (except for those residing in Mississippi and Oregon), who, as of the time of entry, are at least AGE 18 years of age. Void in Mississippi, Oregon, and all other jurisdictions other than those stated above and where prohibited or restricted by law. Employees, officers, directors, contractors, and representatives of Sponsor, Goose, and their respective corporate parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, agents, and any other entity involved in the development or administration of the Sweepstakes (collectively, with Sponsor Goose, the “Sweepstakes Entities”) as well as the immediate family (defined as spouse, parents, children, siblings, grandparents, and “steps” of each) and household members of each, whether or not related, are not eligible to enter or win the Sweepstakes. By participating, you agree to abide by these official rules (the “Official Rules”) and the decisions of Sponsor in all matters relating to the Sweepstakes, which are final and binding in all respects. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Sponsor’s volunteers are eligible to enter the Sweepstakes.
How to Enter. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY AND NO ENTRY FEE, PAYMENT OR PROOF OF PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE.
Taking civic actions, such as verifying your voter registration status, registering to vote, or requesting a mail in ballot, is NOT required for entry. Having a valid voter registration status or being eligible to register to vote is NOT required for entry.
There are two (2) ways to enter the Sweepstakes:
(1) INTERNET (You may receive a Maximum of one (1) per this method of entry:
- Earn one (1) entry by visiting the Sweepstakes Website on a web browser and completing and submitting the form provided on the Sweepstakes Website during the Entry Period.
(2) MAIL:
- Mail a 3 ½” x 5” card with your full name, complete valid postal address (including zip code), date of birth, telephone number, valid e-mail address, and the words “Democracy Check Up with Goose Entry” legibly, hand printed in a #10 envelope with proper postage affixed to: 104 West 29th Street 11th Floor NYC 10001, ATTN: Democracy Check Up with Goose. You will receive one (1) entry for each completed eligible mail-in entry received (maximum one (1) entry per stamped outer mailing envelope). Mail-in entries must be postmarked by the last day of the Entry Period and received by 7/1/25 (“Mail-in Entry Deadline”). Postcards not received by the Mail-in Entry Deadline will be disqualified. Proof of mailing does not constitute proof of delivery. The Sweepstakes Entities assume no responsibility for lost, late, incomplete, stolen, misdirected, mutilated, illegible or postage-due entries or mail, all of which will be void. No mechanically reproduced entries permitted. Illegible/incomplete entries are void. All entries become the property of Sponsor, and none will be acknowledged or returned.
You can earn a maximum of one (1) entry in the Sweepstakes, regardless of the method of entry.
The submission of an entry is solely the responsibility of the entrant. Only eligible entries actually postmarked/received by the deadlines specified in these Official Rules will be included in the Prize drawing. Any automated receipt does not constitute proof of actual receipt by Sponsor of an entry for purposes of these Official Rules.
Compliance with the entry requirements will be determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Entries that violate these entry requirements will be disqualified from the Sweepstakes.
Odds of Winning: Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received.
Prize. One (1) winner (the “Winner”) will win the following (the “Prize”): Poster signed by Goose with an approximate retail value of [$250 (USD)].
The total ARV of all Prizes offered in this Sweepstakes is [$250 (USD)].
Winners are subject to verification, including verification of age and residency. The right to receive a Prize is neither transferable or assignable. No cash of other prize substitutions will be available, except at the sole discretion of Sponsor, who reserves the right to award a prize of equal or greater financial value if any advertised Prize (or any component thereof) becomes unavailable. Prize does not include any other item or expense not specifically described in these Official Rules.
As a condition of receiving the prize, the winner must provide Sponsor with a valid mailing address. Sponsor will pay for the cost of delivering the prize to the winner within the United States. The method of shipping and the carrier will be determined in the sole discretion of Sponsor. Sponsor is not responsible for any prizes that are lost, stolen, undeliverable or returned.
The various elements of the Prize will be as arranged by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to change the dates of travel. Sponsor will notify Winner in the event of a change in itinerary.
It is the responsibility of the Winner to obtain and possess all required documents. Sponsor has no responsibility for occurrences beyond its control. No refund or compensation will be made. Sponsor has no responsibility for the winner’s inability or failure to accept or use any part of the Prize as described herein. If the Winner is unable to use the Prize during the time period determined by Sponsor, the Winner forfeits the Prize in its entirety and if time permits, Sponsor will select a substitute winner at random from among all remaining eligible entries. If the Winner is disqualified and there is no time to reasonably select a substitute winner, Sponsor reserves the right not to select a substitute winner and to retain the related Prize. In case of prize forfeiture, no further compensation is due to winner from Sponsor. Winner is responsible for obtaining all other forms of insurance at their option and hereby acknowledges that Sponsor has not and will not obtain or provide any form of insurance. Sponsor is not liable for any travel canceled or Prizes forfeited due to a force majeure event (including without limitation, events related to the propagation of the COVID-19 virus).
WINNER AGREES TO ACCEPT THE PRIZE “AS IS”, AND YOU HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES HAVE NEITHER MADE NOR ARE IN ANY MANNER RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR GUARANTEE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN FACT OR IN LAW, RELATIVE TO THE PRIZE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO (A) ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED EXCLUSIVELY BY A PRIZE SUPPLIER THAT ARE SENT ALONG WITH THE PRIZE OR (B) THEIR QUALITY OR MECHANIC CONDITIONS. SPONSOR HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NONINFRINGEMENT
Winner is solely responsible for all federal, state, local, or other applicable taxes associated with the acceptance and use of a Prize. All costs and expenses associated with Prize acceptance and use not specifically provided herein are the responsibility of each winner.
The winner agrees and acknowledges that Sponsor may be required to withhold and remit a portion of prize value to comply with applicable tax laws. The winner also agrees to provide Sponsor with a valid social security number or any other information Sponsor may require in connection with applicable tax reporting or withholding requirements or other laws or regulations.
Winner Selection and Notification. On or about 7/3/25, one (1) Winner will be selected from all eligible entries received via a random drawing administered electronically at the offices of HeadCount - 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001. Sponsor will notify Winner by email via the email address submitted with their Sweepstakes entry. Entrant must be the authorized account holder of the e-mail address used in connection with the entry. The “authorized account holder” is defined as the natural person to whom the e-mail address is assigned by an internet service provider, online service provider or other organization (e.g., business, educational institution, etc.) that is responsible for assigning e-mail addresses for the domain associated with the submitted e-mail address. In the event of a discrepancy between the identity of the authorized account holder, the “winner,” and the entrant, Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to determine whether the entry is valid or to declare the entry invalid and select an alternate winner or not award the unclaimed prize.
Winner is subject to verification of eligibility, including verification of age and residency.
Winner may be required to complete, sign, notarize and return an affidavit of eligibility/liability release and a publicity release, all of which must be properly executed and returned within three (3) days of issuance of Prize notification. If a Winner (i) is determined to be ineligible or otherwise disqualified by Sponsor, (ii) fails to respond to Sponsor’s selection email or text within forty-eight (48) hours of such email or text, or (iii) fails to timely provide any information requested by Sponsor (e.g., information needed by Sponsor to deliver the prize) or timely execute and return any documents required by Sponsor, the Winner will be disqualified and forfeits all interest in the Prize in its entirety. If the winner is disqualified, Sponsor reserves the right to select a substitute Winner based upon a random drawing from among all other eligible entries received or not award the unclaimed prize.
Publicity. Except where prohibited by law or regulation, by accepting a Prize, the Winner hereby grants the Sponsor and its representatives a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive and sub-licensable right and license to distribute, publicly display and use his/her name, photograph, voice, likeness and information about the prize award, in any way, at any time, in any and all media, including without limitation, without any additional approval or consideration, in connection with the promotion and marketing of this and other sweepstakes offers and Sponsor’s mission.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY.
YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT YOU ACCESS AND USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE IS MADE AVAILABLE ON AN “AS IS” AND “WITH ALL FAULTS” BASIS, AND THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, TITLE, QUIET ENJOYMENT, ACCURACY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES MAKE NO WARRANTY THAT THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, WILL BE AVAILABLE ON AN UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE BASIS, OR WILL BE ACCURATE, RELIABLE, FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL CODE, COMPLETE, LEGAL, OR SAFE. IF APPLICABLE LAW REQUIRES ANY WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE FOREGOING EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW AND NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY CONTAINED HEREIN, YOU AGREE THAT (I) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO: (A) THE SWEEPSTAKES, (B) ANY PRIZE AWARDED, OR (C) YOUR USE OF INABILITY TO USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE (IN EACH CASE EVEN IF SPONSOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES) AND (II) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES’ LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE OFFICIAL RULES, THE SWEEPSTAKES, THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, OR ANY PRIZE WILL AT ALL TIMES BE LIMITED TO YOUR ACTUAL OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSES OF PARTICIPATION IN THE SWEEPSTAKES (IF ANY). THE EXISTENCE OF MORE THAN ONE CLAIM WILL NOT ENLARGE THIS LIMIT.
The Sweepstakes Entities assume no liability and are not responsible for, and by entering the Sweepstakes you hereby waive and release the Sweepstakes Parties from, any actions, claims, damages, losses or injuries of any kind (collectively “Claims”) arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or the receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation, Claims relating to:By participating in the Sweepstakes, you hereby waive, release and hold harmless Sweepstakes Entities from any liability, claims, actions, costs, injuries, losses or damages of any kind, directly or indirectly, whether caused by negligence or not, arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or your receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation relating to: (i) technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunctioning of any computer, mobile device, cable, network, hardware or software; (ii) the unavailability or inaccessibility of any telephone or Internet service; (iii) unauthorized human intervention, (iv) incorrect, delayed or inaccurate transmission, winner notifications, prize claims or other information or communications relating to the Sweepstakes, or the failure to capture or transmit any such information; (v) damage to any person’s computer or mobile device; or (vi) any errors in these Official Rules, winner notifications or other announcements or communications relating to the Sweepstakes. In the event of any ambiguity or error(s) in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to clarify or modify these Official Rules however it deems appropriate to correct any such ambiguity or error(s). If due to an error or for any other reason, more legitimate prize claims are received than the number of prizes stated in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to award only one (1) Prize from a random drawing from among all eligible entrants. In no event will more than the stated number of prizes (i.e. one (1) Prize) be awarded.
Sponsor reserves the right in its sole discretion to disqualify any entry or entrant from the Sweepstakes or from winning the Prize if it determines that said entrant is attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the promotion by cheating, deception, or other unfair playing practices (including the use of automated quick entry programs) or intending to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrants or any Sweepstakes Entities.
LEGAL WARNING: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT OR ANY OTHER INDIVIDUAL TO DELIBERATELY DAMAGE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, TAMPER WITH THE ENTRY PROCESS, OR OTHERWISE UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF LAW AND, SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO PURSUE ALL REMEDIES AGAINST ANY SUCH INDIVIDUAL TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
For California Residents Only: You hereby waive California Civil Code Section 1542, which states, “A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that, if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party.”
Sponsor’s Reservation of Rights. Sponsor’s failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules shall not constitute a waiver of that provision. If any provision of these Official Rules is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck, and the remaining provisions shall be enforced. If for any reason the Sweepstakes is not capable of being safely executed as planned, including, without limitation, as a result of war, natural disasters or weather events, labor strikes, acts of terrorism, pandemic infection (including without limitation, events related to the COVID-19 virus), or other force majeure event, or any infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failures or any other causes which in the opinion of and/or Sweepstakes Entities, corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity, or proper conduct and fulfillment of this Sweepstakes, Sponsor reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes. In the event of any cancellation, termination or suspension, Sponsor reserves the right to select a winner from a random drawing from among all eligible, non-suspect entries received as of the date of the termination, cancellation or suspension.
DISPUTES AND JURISDICTION: THE SWEEPSTAKES IS GOVERNED BY, AND WILL BE CONSTRUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH, THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, WITHOUT REGARD TO ITS CONFLICTS OF LAW PRINCIPLES, AND THE FORUM AND VENUE FOR ANY DISPUTE RELATING TO THE SWEEPSTAKES SHALL BE IN A FEDERAL OR STATE COURT OF COMPETENT JURISDICTION IN NEW YORK, NEW YORK. EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED, ENTRANTS AGREE THAT ANY AND ALL DISPUTES, CLAIMS AND CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR CONNECTED WITH THIS SWEEPSTAKES OR ANY PRIZE AWARDED SHALL BE RESOLVED INDIVIDUALLY, WITHOUT RESORT TO ANY FORM OF CLASS ACTION.
Privacy. Any personally identifiable information collected during an entrant’s participation in the Sweepstakes will be collected and used by Sponsor and its designees for the administration and fulfillment of the Sweepstakes and as otherwise described in these Official Rules and Sponsor’s privacy policy available at www.HeadCount.org/privacy-policy/. Should entrant register to vote, their information will be shared, as noted on the user interface, with the individual state election board in entrant’s home state, and also be added to databases of registered voters used exclusively for non-profit purposes and the purpose of encouraging voter turnout.
Winners List. A winners list is available only within sixty (60) days after the end of the Entry Period. To receive a copy of the winners list, mail a request to Democracy Check Up with Goose Sweepstakes Winners List, 104 W. 29th Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10001, Attention: Digital Marketing Department. In order to obtain a winner’s list, where permitted by law, send your written request and a self-addressed, stamped envelope (residents of VT and WA may omit return postage).
Intellectual Property Ownership; Access to Sweepstakes Website. You acknowledge and agree that the Sweepstakes Website and all content thereof, and all the intellectual property rights, including copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets therein, are owned by Sponsor or its licensors. Neither these Official Rules (nor your access to the Sweepstakes Website) transfers to you or any third party any rights, title or interest in or to such intellectual property rights, except for the limited, non-exclusive right to access the Sweepstakes Website for your own personal, noncommercial use. Sponsor and its suppliers reserve all rights not granted in these Official Rules. There are no implied licenses granted under these Official Rules.
All trademarks, logos and service marks (“Marks”) displayed on the Sweepstakes Website are Sponsor’s property or the property of other third parties. You are not permitted to use these Marks without Sponsor’s prior written consent or the consent of such third party which may own the Marks.
OFFICIAL SWEEPSTAKES RULES: Democracy Check Up with Jake Shane
BY ENTERING THIS SWEEPSTAKES, YOU AGREE TO THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS.
NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
OPEN TO ELIGIBLE LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES AND DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (EXCEPT FOR THOSE RESIDING IN MISSISSIPPI OR OREGON), WHO, AS OF THE TIME OF ENTRY, ARE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD.
VOID IN OREGON, MISSISSIPPI AND ALL JURISDICTIONS OTHER THAN THOSE STATED ABOVE AND WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.
Introduction. A prize of one (1) signed merch bundle from Jake Shane, will be awarded to one (1) winner.
Sponsor. HeadCount, Inc., 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001 (“Sponsor”)
The Democracy Check Up with Jake Shane (“Sweepstakes”) is in no way authorized, sponsored, endorsed, approved, or administered by or offered in association with, Jake Shane. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding the Sweepstakes is to be directed to Sponsor, at the address above, and not any other party.
This Sweepstakes is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram. You understand that you are providing your information to Sponsor and not to Instagram. You agree to release Instagram from all claims arising out of, or in connection with, this Sweepstakes. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding this Sweepstakes should be directed to Sponsor and not to Instagram.
Timing. The Sweepstakes will begin at 9:00 AM EST 5/16/25 and run until 11:59 PM EST, 7/12/25 (the “Entry Period”). Sponsor’s computer is the official time keeping device for the Sweepstakes.
Eligibility. The Sweepstakes is open only to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia (except for those residing in Mississippi and Oregon), who, as of the time of entry, are at least AGE (18) years of age. Void in Mississippi, Oregon, and all other jurisdictions other than those stated above and where prohibited or restricted by law. Employees, officers, directors, contractors, and representatives of Sponsor, Jake Shane, and their respective corporate parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, agents, and any other entity involved in the development or administration of the Sweepstakes (collectively, with Sponsor Jake Shane, the “Sweepstakes Entities”) as well as the immediate family (defined as spouse, parents, children, siblings, grandparents, and “steps” of each) and household members of each, whether or not related, are not eligible to enter or win the Sweepstakes. By participating, you agree to abide by these official rules (the “Official Rules”) and the decisions of Sponsor in all matters relating to the Sweepstakes, which are final and binding in all respects. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Sponsor’s volunteers are eligible to enter the Sweepstakes.
How to Enter. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY AND NO ENTRY FEE, PAYMENT OR PROOF OF PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE.
Taking civic actions, such as verifying your voter registration status, registering to vote, or requesting a mail in ballot, is NOT required for entry. Having a valid voter registration status or being eligible to register to vote is NOT required for entry.
There are two (2) ways to enter the Sweepstakes:
(1) INTERNET (You may receive a Maximum of one (1) per this method of entry:
- Earn one (1) entry by visiting the Sweepstakes Website on a web browser and completing and submitting the form provided on the Sweepstakes Website during the Entry Period.
(2) MAIL:
- Mail a 3 ½” x 5” card with your full name, complete valid postal address (including zip code), date of birth, telephone number, valid e-mail address, and the words “Democracy Check Up with Jake Shane Entry” legibly, hand printed in a #10 envelope with proper postage affixed to: 104 West 29th Street 11th Floor NYC 10001, ATTN: Democracy Check Up with Jake Shane. You will receive one (1) entry for each completed eligible mail-in entry received (maximum one (1) entry per stamped outer mailing envelope). Mail-in entries must be postmarked by the last day of the Entry Period and received by 7/15/25 (“Mail-in Entry Deadline”). Postcards not received by the Mail-in Entry Deadline will be disqualified. Proof of mailing does not constitute proof of delivery. The Sweepstakes Entities assume no responsibility for lost, late, incomplete, stolen, misdirected, mutilated, illegible or postage-due entries or mail, all of which will be void. No mechanically reproduced entries permitted. Illegible/incomplete entries are void. All entries become the property of Sponsor, and none will be acknowledged or returned.
You can earn a maximum of one (1) entry in the Sweepstakes, regardless of the method of entry.
The submission of an entry is solely the responsibility of the entrant. Only eligible entries actually postmarked/received by the deadlines specified in these Official Rules will be included in the Prize drawing. Any automated receipt does not constitute proof of actual receipt by Sponsor of an entry for purposes of these Official Rules.
Compliance with the entry requirements will be determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Entries that violate these entry requirements will be disqualified from the Sweepstakes.
Odds of Winning: Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received.
Prize. One (1) winner (the “Winner”) will win the following (the “Prize”): one (1) signed merch bundle from Jake Shane, will be awarded to one (1) winner.
with an approximate retail value of [$500 (USD)].
The total ARV of all Prizes offered in this Sweepstakes is [$500 (USD)].
Winners are subject to verification, including verification of age and residency. The right to receive a Prize is neither transferable or assignable. No cash of other prize substitutions will be available, except at the sole discretion of Sponsor, who reserves the right to award a prize of equal or greater financial value if any advertised Prize (or any component thereof) becomes unavailable. Prize does not include any other item or expense not specifically described in these Official Rules.
As a condition of receiving the prize, the winner must provide Sponsor with a valid mailing address. Sponsor will pay for the cost of delivering the prize to the winner within the United States. The method of shipping and the carrier will be determined in the sole discretion of Sponsor. Sponsor is not responsible for any prizes that are lost, stolen, undeliverable or returned.
The various elements of the Prize will be as arranged by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to change the dates of travel. Sponsor will notify Winner in the event of a change in itinerary.
It is the responsibility of the Winner to obtain and possess all required documents. Sponsor has no responsibility for occurrences beyond its control. No refund or compensation will be made. Sponsor has no responsibility for the winner’s inability or failure to accept or use any part of the Prize as described herein. If the Winner is unable to use the Prize during the time period determined by Sponsor, the Winner forfeits the Prize in its entirety and if time permits, Sponsor will select a substitute winner at random from among all remaining eligible entries. If the Winner is disqualified and there is no time to reasonably select a substitute winner, Sponsor reserves the right not to select a substitute winner and to retain the related Prize. In case of prize forfeiture, no further compensation is due to winner from Sponsor. Winner is responsible for obtaining all other forms of insurance at their option and hereby acknowledges that Sponsor has not and will not obtain or provide any form of insurance. Sponsor is not liable for any travel canceled or Prizes forfeited due to a force majeure event (including without limitation, events related to the propagation of the COVID-19 virus).
WINNER AGREES TO ACCEPT THE PRIZE “AS IS”, AND YOU HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES HAVE NEITHER MADE NOR ARE IN ANY MANNER RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR GUARANTEE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN FACT OR IN LAW, RELATIVE TO THE PRIZE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO (A) ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED EXCLUSIVELY BY A PRIZE SUPPLIER THAT ARE SENT ALONG WITH THE PRIZE OR (B) THEIR QUALITY OR MECHANIC CONDITIONS. SPONSOR HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NONINFRINGEMENT
Winner is solely responsible for all federal, state, local, or other applicable taxes associated with the acceptance and use of a Prize. All costs and expenses associated with Prize acceptance and use not specifically provided herein are the responsibility of each winner.
The winner agrees and acknowledges that Sponsor may be required to withhold and remit a portion of prize value to comply with applicable tax laws. The winner also agrees to provide Sponsor with a valid social security number or any other information Sponsor may require in connection with applicable tax reporting or withholding requirements or other laws or regulations.
Winner Selection and Notification. On or about 7/18/25, one (1) Winner will be selected from all eligible entries received via a random drawing administered electronically at the offices of HeadCount - 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001. Sponsor will notify Winner by email via the email address submitted with their Sweepstakes entry. Entrant must be the authorized account holder of the e-mail address used in connection with the entry. The “authorized account holder” is defined as the natural person to whom the e-mail address is assigned by an internet service provider, online service provider or other organization (e.g., business, educational institution, etc.) that is responsible for assigning e-mail addresses for the domain associated with the submitted e-mail address. In the event of a discrepancy between the identity of the authorized account holder, the “winner,” and the entrant, Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to determine whether the entry is valid or to declare the entry invalid and select an alternate winner or not award the unclaimed prize.
Winner is subject to verification of eligibility, including verification of age and residency.
Winner may be required to complete, sign, notarize and return an affidavit of eligibility/liability release and a publicity release, all of which must be properly executed and returned within three (3) days of issuance of Prize notification. If a Winner (i) is determined to be ineligible or otherwise disqualified by Sponsor, (ii) fails to respond to Sponsor’s selection email or text within forty-eight (48) hours of such email or text, or (iii) fails to timely provide any information requested by Sponsor (e.g., information needed by Sponsor to deliver the prize) or timely execute and return any documents required by Sponsor, the Winner will be disqualified and forfeits all interest in the Prize in its entirety. If the winner is disqualified, Sponsor reserves the right to select a substitute Winner based upon a random drawing from among all other eligible entries received or not award the unclaimed prize.
Publicity. Except where prohibited by law or regulation, by accepting a Prize, the Winner hereby grants the Sponsor and its representatives a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive and sub-licensable right and license to distribute, publicly display and use his/her name, photograph, voice, likeness and information about the prize award, in any way, at any time, in any and all media, including without limitation, without any additional approval or consideration, in connection with the promotion and marketing of this and other sweepstakes offers and Sponsor’s mission.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY.
YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT YOU ACCESS AND USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE IS MADE AVAILABLE ON AN “AS IS” AND “WITH ALL FAULTS” BASIS, AND THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, TITLE, QUIET ENJOYMENT, ACCURACY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES MAKE NO WARRANTY THAT THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, WILL BE AVAILABLE ON AN UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE BASIS, OR WILL BE ACCURATE, RELIABLE, FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL CODE, COMPLETE, LEGAL, OR SAFE. IF APPLICABLE LAW REQUIRES ANY WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE FOREGOING EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW AND NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY CONTAINED HEREIN, YOU AGREE THAT (I) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO: (A) THE SWEEPSTAKES, (B) ANY PRIZE AWARDED, OR (C) YOUR USE OF INABILITY TO USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE (IN EACH CASE EVEN IF SPONSOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES) AND (II) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES’ LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE OFFICIAL RULES, THE SWEEPSTAKES, THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, OR ANY PRIZE WILL AT ALL TIMES BE LIMITED TO YOUR ACTUAL OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSES OF PARTICIPATION IN THE SWEEPSTAKES (IF ANY). THE EXISTENCE OF MORE THAN ONE CLAIM WILL NOT ENLARGE THIS LIMIT.
The Sweepstakes Entities assume no liability and are not responsible for, and by entering the Sweepstakes you hereby waive and release the Sweepstakes Parties from, any actions, claims, damages, losses or injuries of any kind (collectively “Claims”) arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or the receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation, Claims relating to:By participating in the Sweepstakes, you hereby waive, release and hold harmless Sweepstakes Entities from any liability, claims, actions, costs, injuries, losses or damages of any kind, directly or indirectly, whether caused by negligence or not, arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or your receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation relating to: (i) technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunctioning of any computer, mobile device, cable, network, hardware or software; (ii) the unavailability or inaccessibility of any telephone or Internet service; (iii) unauthorized human intervention, (iv) incorrect, delayed or inaccurate transmission, winner notifications, prize claims or other information or communications relating to the Sweepstakes, or the failure to capture or transmit any such information; (v) damage to any person’s computer or mobile device; or (vi) any errors in these Official Rules, winner notifications or other announcements or communications relating to the Sweepstakes. In the event of any ambiguity or error(s) in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to clarify or modify these Official Rules however it deems appropriate to correct any such ambiguity or error(s). If due to an error or for any other reason, more legitimate prize claims are received than the number of prizes stated in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to award only one (1) Prize from a random drawing from among all eligible entrants. In no event will more than the stated number of prizes (i.e. one (1) Prize) be awarded.
Sponsor reserves the right in its sole discretion to disqualify any entry or entrant from the Sweepstakes or from winning the Prize if it determines that said entrant is attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the promotion by cheating, deception, or other unfair playing practices (including the use of automated quick entry programs) or intending to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrants or any Sweepstakes Entities.
LEGAL WARNING: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT OR ANY OTHER INDIVIDUAL TO DELIBERATELY DAMAGE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, TAMPER WITH THE ENTRY PROCESS, OR OTHERWISE UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF LAW AND, SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO PURSUE ALL REMEDIES AGAINST ANY SUCH INDIVIDUAL TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
For California Residents Only: You hereby waive California Civil Code Section 1542, which states, “A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that, if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party.”
Sponsor’s Reservation of Rights. Sponsor’s failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules shall not constitute a waiver of that provision. If any provision of these Official Rules is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck, and the remaining provisions shall be enforced. If for any reason the Sweepstakes is not capable of being safely executed as planned, including, without limitation, as a result of war, natural disasters or weather events, labor strikes, acts of terrorism, pandemic infection (including without limitation, events related to the COVID-19 virus), or other force majeure event, or any infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failures or any other causes which in the opinion of and/or Sweepstakes Entities, corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity, or proper conduct and fulfillment of this Sweepstakes, Sponsor reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes. In the event of any cancellation, termination or suspension, Sponsor reserves the right to select a winner from a random drawing from among all eligible, non-suspect entries received as of the date of the termination, cancellation or suspension.
DISPUTES AND JURISDICTION: THE SWEEPSTAKES IS GOVERNED BY, AND WILL BE CONSTRUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH, THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, WITHOUT REGARD TO ITS CONFLICTS OF LAW PRINCIPLES, AND THE FORUM AND VENUE FOR ANY DISPUTE RELATING TO THE SWEEPSTAKES SHALL BE IN A FEDERAL OR STATE COURT OF COMPETENT JURISDICTION IN NEW YORK, NEW YORK. EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED, ENTRANTS AGREE THAT ANY AND ALL DISPUTES, CLAIMS AND CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR CONNECTED WITH THIS SWEEPSTAKES OR ANY PRIZE AWARDED SHALL BE RESOLVED INDIVIDUALLY, WITHOUT RESORT TO ANY FORM OF CLASS ACTION.
Privacy. Any personally identifiable information collected during an entrant’s participation in the Sweepstakes will be collected and used by Sponsor and its designees for the administration and fulfillment of the Sweepstakes and as otherwise described in these Official Rules and Sponsor’s privacy policy available at www.HeadCount.org/privacy-policy/. Should entrant register to vote, their information will be shared, as noted on the user interface, with the individual state election board in entrant’s home state, and also be added to databases of registered voters used exclusively for non-profit purposes and the purpose of encouraging voter turnout.
Winners List. A winners list is available only within sixty (60) days after the end of the Entry Period. To receive a copy of the winners list, mail a request to Democracy Check Up with Jake Shane Sweepstakes Winners List, 104 W. 29th Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10001, Attention: Digital Marketing Department. In order to obtain a winner’s list, where permitted by law, send your written request and a self-addressed, stamped envelope (residents of VT and WA may omit return postage).
Intellectual Property Ownership; Access to Sweepstakes Website. You acknowledge and agree that the Sweepstakes Website and all content thereof, and all the intellectual property rights, including copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets therein, are owned by Sponsor or its licensors. Neither these Official Rules (nor your access to the Sweepstakes Website) transfers to you or any third party any rights, title or interest in or to such intellectual property rights, except for the limited, non-exclusive right to access the Sweepstakes Website for your own personal, noncommercial use. Sponsor and its suppliers reserve all rights not granted in these Official Rules. There are no implied licenses granted under these Official Rules.
All trademarks, logos and service marks (“Marks”) displayed on the Sweepstakes Website are Sponsor’s property or the property of other third parties. You are not permitted to use these Marks without Sponsor’s prior written consent or the consent of such third party which may own the Marks.
OFFICIAL SWEEPSTAKES RULES: Democracy Check Up with Leon Bridges
BY ENTERING THIS SWEEPSTAKES, YOU AGREE TO THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS.
NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
OPEN TO ELIGIBLE LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES AND DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (EXCEPT FOR THOSE RESIDING IN MISSISSIPPI OR OREGON), WHO, AS OF THE TIME OF ENTRY, ARE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD.
VOID IN OREGON, MISSISSIPPI AND ALL JURISDICTIONS OTHER THAN THOSE STATED ABOVE AND WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.
Introduction. A prize of one (1) vinyl signed by Leon Bridges, will be awarded to one (1) winner.
Sponsor. HeadCount, Inc., 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001 (“Sponsor”)
The Democracy Check Up with Leon Bridges (“Sweepstakes”) is in no way authorized, sponsored, endorsed, approved, or administered by or offered in association with, Leon Bridges. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding the Sweepstakes is to be directed to Sponsor, at the address above, and not any other party.
This Sweepstakes is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram. You understand that you are providing your information to Sponsor and not to Instagram. You agree to release Instagram from all claims arising out of, or in connection with, this Sweepstakes. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding this Sweepstakes should be directed to Sponsor and not to Instagram.
Timing. The Sweepstakes will begin at 9 AM EST, 5/15/25 and run until 11:59 PM EST, 6/7/25 (the “Entry Period”). Sponsor’s computer is the official time keeping device for the Sweepstakes.
Eligibility. The Sweepstakes is open only to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia (except for those residing in Mississippi and Oregon), who, as of the time of entry, are at least AGE 18 years of age. Void in Mississippi, Oregon, and all other jurisdictions other than those stated above and where prohibited or restricted by law. Employees, officers, directors, contractors, and representatives of Sponsor, Leon Bridges, and their respective corporate parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, agents, and any other entity involved in the development or administration of the Sweepstakes (collectively, with Sponsor Leon Bridges, the “Sweepstakes Entities”) as well as the immediate family (defined as spouse, parents, children, siblings, grandparents, and “steps” of each) and household members of each, whether or not related, are not eligible to enter or win the Sweepstakes. By participating, you agree to abide by these official rules (the “Official Rules”) and the decisions of Sponsor in all matters relating to the Sweepstakes, which are final and binding in all respects. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Sponsor’s volunteers are eligible to enter the Sweepstakes.
How to Enter. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY AND NO ENTRY FEE, PAYMENT OR PROOF OF PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE.
Taking civic actions, such as verifying your voter registration status, registering to vote, or requesting a mail in ballot, is NOT required for entry. Having a valid voter registration status or being eligible to register to vote is NOT required for entry.
There are two (2) ways to enter the Sweepstakes:
(1) INTERNET (You may receive a Maximum of one (1) per this method of entry:
- Earn one (1) entry by visiting the Sweepstakes Website on a web browser and completing and submitting the form provided on the Sweepstakes Website during the Entry Period.
(2) MAIL:
- Mail a 3 ½” x 5” card with your full name, complete valid postal address (including zip code), date of birth, telephone number, valid e-mail address, and the words “Democracy Check Up with Leon Bridges Entry” legibly, hand printed in a #10 envelope with proper postage affixed to: 104 West 29th Street 11th Floor NYC 10001, ATTN: Democracy Check Up with Leon Bridges. You will receive one (1) entry for each completed eligible mail-in entry received (maximum one (1) entry per stamped outer mailing envelope). Mail-in entries must be postmarked by the last day of the Entry Period and received by 6/10/25 (“Mail-in Entry Deadline”). Postcards not received by the Mail-in Entry Deadline will be disqualified. Proof of mailing does not constitute proof of delivery. The Sweepstakes Entities assume no responsibility for lost, late, incomplete, stolen, misdirected, mutilated, illegible or postage-due entries or mail, all of which will be void. No mechanically reproduced entries permitted. Illegible/incomplete entries are void. All entries become the property of Sponsor, and none will be acknowledged or returned.
You can earn a maximum of one (1) entry in the Sweepstakes, regardless of the method of entry.
The submission of an entry is solely the responsibility of the entrant. Only eligible entries actually postmarked/received by the deadlines specified in these Official Rules will be included in the Prize drawing. Any automated receipt does not constitute proof of actual receipt by Sponsor of an entry for purposes of these Official Rules.
Compliance with the entry requirements will be determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Entries that violate these entry requirements will be disqualified from the Sweepstakes.
Odds of Winning: Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received.
Prize. One (1) winner (the “Winner”) will win the following (the “Prize”): one (1) vinyl signed by Leon Bridges with an approximate retail value of $250 (USD).
The total ARV of all Prizes offered in this Sweepstakes is $250 (USD).
Winners are subject to verification, including verification of age and residency. The right to receive a Prize is neither transferable or assignable. No cash of other prize substitutions will be available, except at the sole discretion of Sponsor, who reserves the right to award a prize of equal or greater financial value if any advertised Prize (or any component thereof) becomes unavailable. Prize does not include any other item or expense not specifically described in these Official Rules.
As a condition of receiving the prize, the winner must provide Sponsor with a valid mailing address. Sponsor will pay for the cost of delivering the prize to the winner within the United States. The method of shipping and the carrier will be determined in the sole discretion of Sponsor. Sponsor is not responsible for any prizes that are lost, stolen, undeliverable or returned.
The various elements of the Prize will be as arranged by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to change the dates of travel. Sponsor will notify Winner in the event of a change in itinerary.
It is the responsibility of the Winner to obtain and possess all required documents. Sponsor has no responsibility for occurrences beyond its control. No refund or compensation will be made. Sponsor has no responsibility for the winner’s inability or failure to accept or use any part of the Prize as described herein. If the Winner is unable to use the Prize during the time period determined by Sponsor, the Winner forfeits the Prize in its entirety and if time permits, Sponsor will select a substitute winner at random from among all remaining eligible entries. If the Winner is disqualified and there is no time to reasonably select a substitute winner, Sponsor reserves the right not to select a substitute winner and to retain the related Prize. In case of prize forfeiture, no further compensation is due to winner from Sponsor. Winner is responsible for obtaining all other forms of insurance at their option and hereby acknowledges that Sponsor has not and will not obtain or provide any form of insurance. Sponsor is not liable for any travel canceled or Prizes forfeited due to a force majeure event (including without limitation, events related to the propagation of the COVID-19 virus).
WINNER AGREES TO ACCEPT THE PRIZE “AS IS”, AND YOU HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES HAVE NEITHER MADE NOR ARE IN ANY MANNER RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR GUARANTEE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN FACT OR IN LAW, RELATIVE TO THE PRIZE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO (A) ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED EXCLUSIVELY BY A PRIZE SUPPLIER THAT ARE SENT ALONG WITH THE PRIZE OR (B) THEIR QUALITY OR MECHANIC CONDITIONS. SPONSOR HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NONINFRINGEMENT
Winner is solely responsible for all federal, state, local, or other applicable taxes associated with the acceptance and use of a Prize. All costs and expenses associated with Prize acceptance and use not specifically provided herein are the responsibility of each winner.
The winner agrees and acknowledges that Sponsor may be required to withhold and remit a portion of prize value to comply with applicable tax laws. The winner also agrees to provide Sponsor with a valid social security number or any other information Sponsor may require in connection with applicable tax reporting or withholding requirements or other laws or regulations.
Winner Selection and Notification. On or about 6/11/25, one (1) Winner will be selected from all eligible entries received via a random drawing administered electronically at the offices of HeadCount - 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001. Sponsor will notify Winner by email via the email address submitted with their Sweepstakes entry. Entrant must be the authorized account holder of the e-mail address used in connection with the entry. The “authorized account holder” is defined as the natural person to whom the e-mail address is assigned by an internet service provider, online service provider or other organization (e.g., business, educational institution, etc.) that is responsible for assigning e-mail addresses for the domain associated with the submitted e-mail address. In the event of a discrepancy between the identity of the authorized account holder, the “winner,” and the entrant, Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to determine whether the entry is valid or to declare the entry invalid and select an alternate winner or not award the unclaimed prize.
Winner is subject to verification of eligibility, including verification of age and residency.
Winner may be required to complete, sign, notarize and return an affidavit of eligibility/liability release and a publicity release, all of which must be properly executed and returned within three (3) days of issuance of Prize notification. If a Winner (i) is determined to be ineligible or otherwise disqualified by Sponsor, (ii) fails to respond to Sponsor’s selection email or text within forty-eight (48) hours of such email or text, or (iii) fails to timely provide any information requested by Sponsor (e.g., information needed by Sponsor to deliver the prize) or timely execute and return any documents required by Sponsor, the Winner will be disqualified and forfeits all interest in the Prize in its entirety. If the winner is disqualified, Sponsor reserves the right to select a substitute Winner based upon a random drawing from among all other eligible entries received or not award the unclaimed prize.
Publicity. Except where prohibited by law or regulation, by accepting a Prize, the Winner hereby grants the Sponsor and its representatives a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive and sub-licensable right and license to distribute, publicly display and use his/her name, photograph, voice, likeness and information about the prize award, in any way, at any time, in any and all media, including without limitation, without any additional approval or consideration, in connection with the promotion and marketing of this and other sweepstakes offers and Sponsor’s mission.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY.
YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT YOU ACCESS AND USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE IS MADE AVAILABLE ON AN “AS IS” AND “WITH ALL FAULTS” BASIS, AND THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, TITLE, QUIET ENJOYMENT, ACCURACY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES MAKE NO WARRANTY THAT THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, WILL BE AVAILABLE ON AN UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE BASIS, OR WILL BE ACCURATE, RELIABLE, FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL CODE, COMPLETE, LEGAL, OR SAFE. IF APPLICABLE LAW REQUIRES ANY WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE FOREGOING EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW AND NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY CONTAINED HEREIN, YOU AGREE THAT (I) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO: (A) THE SWEEPSTAKES, (B) ANY PRIZE AWARDED, OR (C) YOUR USE OF INABILITY TO USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE (IN EACH CASE EVEN IF SPONSOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES) AND (II) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES’ LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE OFFICIAL RULES, THE SWEEPSTAKES, THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, OR ANY PRIZE WILL AT ALL TIMES BE LIMITED TO YOUR ACTUAL OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSES OF PARTICIPATION IN THE SWEEPSTAKES (IF ANY). THE EXISTENCE OF MORE THAN ONE CLAIM WILL NOT ENLARGE THIS LIMIT.
The Sweepstakes Entities assume no liability and are not responsible for, and by entering the Sweepstakes you hereby waive and release the Sweepstakes Parties from, any actions, claims, damages, losses or injuries of any kind (collectively “Claims”) arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or the receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation, Claims relating to:By participating in the Sweepstakes, you hereby waive, release and hold harmless Sweepstakes Entities from any liability, claims, actions, costs, injuries, losses or damages of any kind, directly or indirectly, whether caused by negligence or not, arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or your receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation relating to: (i) technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunctioning of any computer, mobile device, cable, network, hardware or software; (ii) the unavailability or inaccessibility of any telephone or Internet service; (iii) unauthorized human intervention, (iv) incorrect, delayed or inaccurate transmission, winner notifications, prize claims or other information or communications relating to the Sweepstakes, or the failure to capture or transmit any such information; (v) damage to any person’s computer or mobile device; or (vi) any errors in these Official Rules, winner notifications or other announcements or communications relating to the Sweepstakes. In the event of any ambiguity or error(s) in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to clarify or modify these Official Rules however it deems appropriate to correct any such ambiguity or error(s). If due to an error or for any other reason, more legitimate prize claims are received than the number of prizes stated in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to award only one (1) Prize from a random drawing from among all eligible entrants. In no event will more than the stated number of prizes (i.e. one (1) Prize) be awarded.
Sponsor reserves the right in its sole discretion to disqualify any entry or entrant from the Sweepstakes or from winning the Prize if it determines that said entrant is attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the promotion by cheating, deception, or other unfair playing practices (including the use of automated quick entry programs) or intending to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrants or any Sweepstakes Entities.
LEGAL WARNING: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT OR ANY OTHER INDIVIDUAL TO DELIBERATELY DAMAGE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, TAMPER WITH THE ENTRY PROCESS, OR OTHERWISE UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF LAW AND, SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO PURSUE ALL REMEDIES AGAINST ANY SUCH INDIVIDUAL TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
For California Residents Only: You hereby waive California Civil Code Section 1542, which states, “A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that, if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party.”
Sponsor’s Reservation of Rights. Sponsor’s failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules shall not constitute a waiver of that provision. If any provision of these Official Rules is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck, and the remaining provisions shall be enforced. If for any reason the Sweepstakes is not capable of being safely executed as planned, including, without limitation, as a result of war, natural disasters or weather events, labor strikes, acts of terrorism, pandemic infection (including without limitation, events related to the COVID-19 virus), or other force majeure event, or any infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failures or any other causes which in the opinion of and/or Sweepstakes Entities, corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity, or proper conduct and fulfillment of this Sweepstakes, Sponsor reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes. In the event of any cancellation, termination or suspension, Sponsor reserves the right to select a winner from a random drawing from among all eligible, non-suspect entries received as of the date of the termination, cancellation or suspension.
DISPUTES AND JURISDICTION: THE SWEEPSTAKES IS GOVERNED BY, AND WILL BE CONSTRUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH, THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, WITHOUT REGARD TO ITS CONFLICTS OF LAW PRINCIPLES, AND THE FORUM AND VENUE FOR ANY DISPUTE RELATING TO THE SWEEPSTAKES SHALL BE IN A FEDERAL OR STATE COURT OF COMPETENT JURISDICTION IN NEW YORK, NEW YORK. EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED, ENTRANTS AGREE THAT ANY AND ALL DISPUTES, CLAIMS AND CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR CONNECTED WITH THIS SWEEPSTAKES OR ANY PRIZE AWARDED SHALL BE RESOLVED INDIVIDUALLY, WITHOUT RESORT TO ANY FORM OF CLASS ACTION.
Privacy. Any personally identifiable information collected during an entrant’s participation in the Sweepstakes will be collected and used by Sponsor and its designees for the administration and fulfillment of the Sweepstakes and as otherwise described in these Official Rules and Sponsor’s privacy policy available at www.HeadCount.org/privacy-policy/. Should entrant register to vote, their information will be shared, as noted on the user interface, with the individual state election board in entrant’s home state, and also be added to databases of registered voters used exclusively for non-profit purposes and the purpose of encouraging voter turnout.
Winners List. A winners list is available only within sixty (60) days after the end of the Entry Period. To receive a copy of the winners list, mail a request to Democracy Check Up with Leon Bridges Sweepstakes Winners List, 104 W. 29th Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10001, Attention: Digital Marketing Department. In order to obtain a winner’s list, where permitted by law, send your written request and a self-addressed, stamped envelope (residents of VT and WA may omit return postage).
Intellectual Property Ownership; Access to Sweepstakes Website. You acknowledge and agree that the Sweepstakes Website and all content thereof, and all the intellectual property rights, including copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets therein, are owned by Sponsor or its licensors. Neither these Official Rules (nor your access to the Sweepstakes Website) transfers to you or any third party any rights, title or interest in or to such intellectual property rights, except for the limited, non-exclusive right to access the Sweepstakes Website for your own personal, noncommercial use. Sponsor and its suppliers reserve all rights not granted in these Official Rules. There are no implied licenses granted under these Official Rules.
All trademarks, logos and service marks (“Marks”) displayed on the Sweepstakes Website are Sponsor’s property or the property of other third parties. You are not permitted to use these Marks without Sponsor’s prior written consent or the consent of such third party which may own the Marks.
OFFICIAL SWEEPSTAKES RULES: Democracy Check Up with Michael Franti
BY ENTERING THIS SWEEPSTAKES, YOU AGREE TO THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS.
NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
OPEN TO ELIGIBLE LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES AND DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (EXCEPT FOR THOSE RESIDING IN MISSISSIPPI OR OREGON), WHO, AS OF THE TIME OF ENTRY, ARE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD.
VOID IN OREGON, MISSISSIPPI AND ALL JURISDICTIONS OTHER THAN THOSE STATED ABOVE AND WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.
Introduction. A prize of one (1) poster signed by Michael Franti, will be awarded to one (1) winner.
Sponsor. HeadCount, Inc., 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001 (“Sponsor”)
The Democracy Check Up with Michael Franti (“Sweepstakes”) is in no way authorized, sponsored, endorsed, approved, or administered by or offered in association with, Michael Franti. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding the Sweepstakes is to be directed to Sponsor, at the address above, and not any other party.
This Sweepstakes is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram. You understand that you are providing your information to Sponsor and not to Instagram. You agree to release Instagram from all claims arising out of, or in connection with, this Sweepstakes. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding this Sweepstakes should be directed to Sponsor and not to Instagram.
Timing. The Sweepstakes will begin at 9AM EST, 5/8/25 and run until 11:59PM EST, 5/30/25 (the “Entry Period”). Sponsor’s computer is the official time keeping device for the Sweepstakes.
Eligibility. The Sweepstakes is open only to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia (except for those residing in Mississippi and Oregon), who, as of the time of entry, are at least 18 years of age. Void in Mississippi, Oregon, and all other jurisdictions other than those stated above and where prohibited or restricted by law. Employees, officers, directors, contractors, and representatives of Sponsor, Michael Franti, and their respective corporate parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, agents, and any other entity involved in the development or administration of the Sweepstakes (collectively, with Sponsor Michael Franti, the “Sweepstakes Entities”) as well as the immediate family (defined as spouse, parents, children, siblings, grandparents, and “steps” of each) and household members of each, whether or not related, are not eligible to enter or win the Sweepstakes. By participating, you agree to abide by these official rules (the “Official Rules”) and the decisions of Sponsor in all matters relating to the Sweepstakes, which are final and binding in all respects. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Sponsor’s volunteers are eligible to enter the Sweepstakes.
How to Enter. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY AND NO ENTRY FEE, PAYMENT OR PROOF OF PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE.
Taking civic actions, such as verifying your voter registration status, registering to vote, or requesting a mail in ballot, is NOT required for entry. Having a valid voter registration status or being eligible to register to vote is NOT required for entry.
There are two (2) ways to enter the Sweepstakes:
(1) INTERNET (You may receive a Maximum of one (1) per this method of entry:
- Earn one (1) entry by visiting the Sweepstakes Website on a web browser and completing and submitting the form provided on the Sweepstakes Website during the Entry Period.
(2) MAIL:
- Mail a 3 ½” x 5” card with your full name, complete valid postal address (including zip code), date of birth, telephone number, valid e-mail address, and the words “Democracy Check Up with Michael Franti Entry” legibly, hand printed in a #10 envelope with proper postage affixed to: 104 West 29th Street 11th Floor NYC 10001, ATTN: Democracy Check Up with Michael Franti. You will receive one (1) entry for each completed eligible mail-in entry received (maximum one (1) entry per stamped outer mailing envelope). Mail-in entries must be postmarked by the last day of the Entry Period and received by 6/4/25 (“Mail-in Entry Deadline”). Postcards not received by the Mail-in Entry Deadline will be disqualified. Proof of mailing does not constitute proof of delivery. The Sweepstakes Entities assume no responsibility for lost, late, incomplete, stolen, misdirected, mutilated, illegible or postage-due entries or mail, all of which will be void. No mechanically reproduced entries permitted. Illegible/incomplete entries are void. All entries become the property of Sponsor, and none will be acknowledged or returned.
You can earn a maximum of one (1) entry in the Sweepstakes, regardless of the method of entry.
The submission of an entry is solely the responsibility of the entrant. Only eligible entries actually postmarked/received by the deadlines specified in these Official Rules will be included in the Prize drawing. Any automated receipt does not constitute proof of actual receipt by Sponsor of an entry for purposes of these Official Rules.
Compliance with the entry requirements will be determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Entries that violate these entry requirements will be disqualified from the Sweepstakes.
Odds of Winning: Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received.
Prize. One (1) winner (the “Winner”) will win the following (the “Prize”): one (1) poster signed by Michael Franti with an approximate retail value of $250 (USD).
The total ARV of all Prizes offered in this Sweepstakes is $250 (USD).
Winners are subject to verification, including verification of age and residency. The right to receive a Prize is neither transferable or assignable. No cash of other prize substitutions will be available, except at the sole discretion of Sponsor, who reserves the right to award a prize of equal or greater financial value if any advertised Prize (or any component thereof) becomes unavailable. Prize does not include any other item or expense not specifically described in these Official Rules.
As a condition of receiving the prize, the winner must provide Sponsor with a valid mailing address. Sponsor will pay for the cost of delivering the prize to the winner within the United States. The method of shipping and the carrier will be determined in the sole discretion of Sponsor. Sponsor is not responsible for any prizes that are lost, stolen, undeliverable or returned.
The various elements of the Prize will be as arranged by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to change the dates of travel. Sponsor will notify Winner in the event of a change in itinerary.
It is the responsibility of the Winner to obtain and possess all required documents. Sponsor has no responsibility for occurrences beyond its control. No refund or compensation will be made. Sponsor has no responsibility for the winner’s inability or failure to accept or use any part of the Prize as described herein. If the Winner is unable to use the Prize during the time period determined by Sponsor, the Winner forfeits the Prize in its entirety and if time permits, Sponsor will select a substitute winner at random from among all remaining eligible entries. If the Winner is disqualified and there is no time to reasonably select a substitute winner, Sponsor reserves the right not to select a substitute winner and to retain the related Prize. In case of prize forfeiture, no further compensation is due to winner from Sponsor. Winner is responsible for obtaining all other forms of insurance at their option and hereby acknowledges that Sponsor has not and will not obtain or provide any form of insurance. Sponsor is not liable for any travel canceled or Prizes forfeited due to a force majeure event (including without limitation, events related to the propagation of the COVID-19 virus).
WINNER AGREES TO ACCEPT THE PRIZE “AS IS”, AND YOU HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES HAVE NEITHER MADE NOR ARE IN ANY MANNER RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR GUARANTEE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN FACT OR IN LAW, RELATIVE TO THE PRIZE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO (A) ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED EXCLUSIVELY BY A PRIZE SUPPLIER THAT ARE SENT ALONG WITH THE PRIZE OR (B) THEIR QUALITY OR MECHANIC CONDITIONS. SPONSOR HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NONINFRINGEMENT
Winner is solely responsible for all federal, state, local, or other applicable taxes associated with the acceptance and use of a Prize. All costs and expenses associated with Prize acceptance and use not specifically provided herein are the responsibility of each winner.
The winner agrees and acknowledges that Sponsor may be required to withhold and remit a portion of prize value to comply with applicable tax laws. The winner also agrees to provide Sponsor with a valid social security number or any other information Sponsor may require in connection with applicable tax reporting or withholding requirements or other laws or regulations.
Winner Selection and Notification. On or about 6/5/25, one (1) Winner will be selected from all eligible entries received via a random drawing administered electronically at the offices of HeadCount - 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001. Sponsor will notify Winner by email via the email address submitted with their Sweepstakes entry. Entrant must be the authorized account holder of the e-mail address used in connection with the entry. The “authorized account holder” is defined as the natural person to whom the e-mail address is assigned by an internet service provider, online service provider or other organization (e.g., business, educational institution, etc.) that is responsible for assigning e-mail addresses for the domain associated with the submitted e-mail address. In the event of a discrepancy between the identity of the authorized account holder, the “winner,” and the entrant, Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to determine whether the entry is valid or to declare the entry invalid and select an alternate winner or not award the unclaimed prize.
Winner is subject to verification of eligibility, including verification of age and residency.
Winner may be required to complete, sign, notarize and return an affidavit of eligibility/liability release and a publicity release, all of which must be properly executed and returned within three (3) days of issuance of Prize notification. If a Winner (i) is determined to be ineligible or otherwise disqualified by Sponsor, (ii) fails to respond to Sponsor’s selection email or text within forty-eight (48) hours of such email or text, or (iii) fails to timely provide any information requested by Sponsor (e.g., information needed by Sponsor to deliver the prize) or timely execute and return any documents required by Sponsor, the Winner will be disqualified and forfeits all interest in the Prize in its entirety. If the winner is disqualified, Sponsor reserves the right to select a substitute Winner based upon a random drawing from among all other eligible entries received or not award the unclaimed prize.
Publicity. Except where prohibited by law or regulation, by accepting a Prize, the Winner hereby grants the Sponsor and its representatives a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive and sub-licensable right and license to distribute, publicly display and use his/her name, photograph, voice, likeness and information about the prize award, in any way, at any time, in any and all media, including without limitation, without any additional approval or consideration, in connection with the promotion and marketing of this and other sweepstakes offers and Sponsor’s mission.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY.
YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT YOU ACCESS AND USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE IS MADE AVAILABLE ON AN “AS IS” AND “WITH ALL FAULTS” BASIS, AND THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, TITLE, QUIET ENJOYMENT, ACCURACY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES MAKE NO WARRANTY THAT THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, WILL BE AVAILABLE ON AN UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE BASIS, OR WILL BE ACCURATE, RELIABLE, FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL CODE, COMPLETE, LEGAL, OR SAFE. IF APPLICABLE LAW REQUIRES ANY WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE FOREGOING EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW AND NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY CONTAINED HEREIN, YOU AGREE THAT (I) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO: (A) THE SWEEPSTAKES, (B) ANY PRIZE AWARDED, OR (C) YOUR USE OF INABILITY TO USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE (IN EACH CASE EVEN IF SPONSOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES) AND (II) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES’ LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE OFFICIAL RULES, THE SWEEPSTAKES, THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, OR ANY PRIZE WILL AT ALL TIMES BE LIMITED TO YOUR ACTUAL OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSES OF PARTICIPATION IN THE SWEEPSTAKES (IF ANY). THE EXISTENCE OF MORE THAN ONE CLAIM WILL NOT ENLARGE THIS LIMIT.
The Sweepstakes Entities assume no liability and are not responsible for, and by entering the Sweepstakes you hereby waive and release the Sweepstakes Parties from, any actions, claims, damages, losses or injuries of any kind (collectively “Claims”) arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or the receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation, Claims relating to:By participating in the Sweepstakes, you hereby waive, release and hold harmless Sweepstakes Entities from any liability, claims, actions, costs, injuries, losses or damages of any kind, directly or indirectly, whether caused by negligence or not, arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or your receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation relating to: (i) technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunctioning of any computer, mobile device, cable, network, hardware or software; (ii) the unavailability or inaccessibility of any telephone or Internet service; (iii) unauthorized human intervention, (iv) incorrect, delayed or inaccurate transmission, winner notifications, prize claims or other information or communications relating to the Sweepstakes, or the failure to capture or transmit any such information; (v) damage to any person’s computer or mobile device; or (vi) any errors in these Official Rules, winner notifications or other announcements or communications relating to the Sweepstakes. In the event of any ambiguity or error(s) in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to clarify or modify these Official Rules however it deems appropriate to correct any such ambiguity or error(s). If due to an error or for any other reason, more legitimate prize claims are received than the number of prizes stated in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to award only one (1) Prize from a random drawing from among all eligible entrants. In no event will more than the stated number of prizes (i.e. one (1) Prize) be awarded.
Sponsor reserves the right in its sole discretion to disqualify any entry or entrant from the Sweepstakes or from winning the Prize if it determines that said entrant is attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the promotion by cheating, deception, or other unfair playing practices (including the use of automated quick entry programs) or intending to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrants or any Sweepstakes Entities.
LEGAL WARNING: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT OR ANY OTHER INDIVIDUAL TO DELIBERATELY DAMAGE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, TAMPER WITH THE ENTRY PROCESS, OR OTHERWISE UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF LAW AND, SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO PURSUE ALL REMEDIES AGAINST ANY SUCH INDIVIDUAL TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
For California Residents Only: You hereby waive California Civil Code Section 1542, which states, “A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that, if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party.”
Sponsor’s Reservation of Rights. Sponsor’s failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules shall not constitute a waiver of that provision. If any provision of these Official Rules is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck, and the remaining provisions shall be enforced. If for any reason the Sweepstakes is not capable of being safely executed as planned, including, without limitation, as a result of war, natural disasters or weather events, labor strikes, acts of terrorism, pandemic infection (including without limitation, events related to the COVID-19 virus), or other force majeure event, or any infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failures or any other causes which in the opinion of and/or Sweepstakes Entities, corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity, or proper conduct and fulfillment of this Sweepstakes, Sponsor reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes. In the event of any cancellation, termination or suspension, Sponsor reserves the right to select a winner from a random drawing from among all eligible, non-suspect entries received as of the date of the termination, cancellation or suspension.
DISPUTES AND JURISDICTION: THE SWEEPSTAKES IS GOVERNED BY, AND WILL BE CONSTRUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH, THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, WITHOUT REGARD TO ITS CONFLICTS OF LAW PRINCIPLES, AND THE FORUM AND VENUE FOR ANY DISPUTE RELATING TO THE SWEEPSTAKES SHALL BE IN A FEDERAL OR STATE COURT OF COMPETENT JURISDICTION IN NEW YORK, NEW YORK. EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED, ENTRANTS AGREE THAT ANY AND ALL DISPUTES, CLAIMS AND CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR CONNECTED WITH THIS SWEEPSTAKES OR ANY PRIZE AWARDED SHALL BE RESOLVED INDIVIDUALLY, WITHOUT RESORT TO ANY FORM OF CLASS ACTION.
Privacy. Any personally identifiable information collected during an entrant’s participation in the Sweepstakes will be collected and used by Sponsor and its designees for the administration and fulfillment of the Sweepstakes and as otherwise described in these Official Rules and Sponsor’s privacy policy available at www.HeadCount.org/privacy-policy/. Should entrant register to vote, their information will be shared, as noted on the user interface, with the individual state election board in entrant’s home state, and also be added to databases of registered voters used exclusively for non-profit purposes and the purpose of encouraging voter turnout.
Winners List. A winners list is available only within sixty (60) days after the end of the Entry Period. To receive a copy of the winners list, mail a request to Democracy Check Up with Michael Franti Sweepstakes Winners List, 104 W. 29th Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10001, Attention: Digital Marketing Department. In order to obtain a winner’s list, where permitted by law, send your written request and a self-addressed, stamped envelope (residents of VT and WA may omit return postage).
Intellectual Property Ownership; Access to Sweepstakes Website. You acknowledge and agree that the Sweepstakes Website and all content thereof, and all the intellectual property rights, including copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets therein, are owned by Sponsor or its licensors. Neither these Official Rules (nor your access to the Sweepstakes Website) transfers to you or any third party any rights, title or interest in or to such intellectual property rights, except for the limited, non-exclusive right to access the Sweepstakes Website for your own personal, noncommercial use. Sponsor and its suppliers reserve all rights not granted in these Official Rules. There are no implied licenses granted under these Official Rules.
All trademarks, logos and service marks (“Marks”) displayed on the Sweepstakes Website are Sponsor’s property or the property of other third parties. You are not permitted to use these Marks without Sponsor’s prior written consent or the consent of such third party which may own the Marks.
OFFICIAL SWEEPSTAKES RULES: Democracy Check Up with Rainbow Kitten Surprise
BY ENTERING THIS SWEEPSTAKES, YOU AGREE TO THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS.
NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
OPEN TO ELIGIBLE LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES AND DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (EXCEPT FOR THOSE RESIDING IN MISSISSIPPI OR OREGON), WHO, AS OF THE TIME OF ENTRY, ARE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD.
VOID IN OREGON, MISSISSIPPI AND ALL JURISDICTIONS OTHER THAN THOSE STATED ABOVE AND WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.
Introduction. A prize of one (1) vinyl signed by Rainbow Kitten Surprise, will be awarded to one (1) winner.
Sponsor. HeadCount, Inc., 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001 (“Sponsor”)
The Democracy Check Up with Rainbow Kitten Surprise (“Sweepstakes”) is in no way authorized, sponsored, endorsed, approved, or administered by or offered in association with, Rainbow Kitten Surprise. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding the Sweepstakes is to be directed to Sponsor, at the address above, and not any other party.
This Sweepstakes is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram. You understand that you are providing your information to Sponsor and not to Instagram. You agree to release Instagram from all claims arising out of, or in connection with, this Sweepstakes. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding this Sweepstakes should be directed to Sponsor and not to Instagram.
Timing. The Sweepstakes will begin at 9 AM EST, 5/17/25 and run until 11:59 PM EST, 10/14/25 (the “Entry Period”). Sponsor’s computer is the official time keeping device for the Sweepstakes.
Eligibility. The Sweepstakes is open only to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia (except for those residing in Mississippi and Oregon), who, as of the time of entry, are at least AGE (18) years of age. Void in Mississippi, Oregon, and all other jurisdictions other than those stated above and where prohibited or restricted by law. Employees, officers, directors, contractors, and representatives of Sponsor, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, and their respective corporate parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, agents, and any other entity involved in the development or administration of the Sweepstakes (collectively, with Sponsor Rainbow Kitten Surprise, the “Sweepstakes Entities”) as well as the immediate family (defined as spouse, parents, children, siblings, grandparents, and “steps” of each) and household members of each, whether or not related, are not eligible to enter or win the Sweepstakes. By participating, you agree to abide by these official rules (the “Official Rules”) and the decisions of Sponsor in all matters relating to the Sweepstakes, which are final and binding in all respects. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Sponsor’s volunteers are eligible to enter the Sweepstakes.
How to Enter. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY AND NO ENTRY FEE, PAYMENT OR PROOF OF PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE.
Taking civic actions, such as verifying your voter registration status, registering to vote, or requesting a mail in ballot, is NOT required for entry. Having a valid voter registration status or being eligible to register to vote is NOT required for entry.
There are two (2) ways to enter the Sweepstakes:
(1) INTERNET (You may receive a Maximum of one (1) per this method of entry:
- Earn one (1) entry by visiting the Sweepstakes Website on a web browser and completing and submitting the form provided on the Sweepstakes Website during the Entry Period.
(2) MAIL:
- Mail a 3 ½” x 5” card with your full name, complete valid postal address (including zip code), date of birth, telephone number, valid e-mail address, and the words “Democracy Check Up with Rainbow Kitten Surprise Entry” legibly, hand printed in a #10 envelope with proper postage affixed to: 104 West 29th Street 11th Floor NYC 10001, ATTN: Democracy Check Up with Rainbow Kitten Surprise. You will receive one (1) entry for each completed eligible mail-in entry received (maximum one (1) entry per stamped outer mailing envelope). Mail-in entries must be postmarked by the last day of the Entry Period and received by 10/17/25 (“Mail-in Entry Deadline”). Postcards not received by the Mail-in Entry Deadline will be disqualified. Proof of mailing does not constitute proof of delivery. The Sweepstakes Entities assume no responsibility for lost, late, incomplete, stolen, misdirected, mutilated, illegible or postage-due entries or mail, all of which will be void. No mechanically reproduced entries permitted. Illegible/incomplete entries are void. All entries become the property of Sponsor, and none will be acknowledged or returned.
You can earn a maximum of one (1) entry in the Sweepstakes, regardless of the method of entry.
The submission of an entry is solely the responsibility of the entrant. Only eligible entries actually postmarked/received by the deadlines specified in these Official Rules will be included in the Prize drawing. Any automated receipt does not constitute proof of actual receipt by Sponsor of an entry for purposes of these Official Rules.
Compliance with the entry requirements will be determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Entries that violate these entry requirements will be disqualified from the Sweepstakes.
Odds of Winning: Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received.
Prize. One (1) winner (the “Winner”) will win the following (the “Prize”): one (1) vinyl signed by Rainbow Kitten Surprise with an approximate retail value of [$250 (USD)].
The total ARV of all Prizes offered in this Sweepstakes is [$250 (USD)].
Winners are subject to verification, including verification of age and residency. The right to receive a Prize is neither transferable or assignable. No cash of other prize substitutions will be available, except at the sole discretion of Sponsor, who reserves the right to award a prize of equal or greater financial value if any advertised Prize (or any component thereof) becomes unavailable. Prize does not include any other item or expense not specifically described in these Official Rules.
As a condition of receiving the prize, the winner must provide Sponsor with a valid mailing address. Sponsor will pay for the cost of delivering the prize to the winner within the United States. The method of shipping and the carrier will be determined in the sole discretion of Sponsor. Sponsor is not responsible for any prizes that are lost, stolen, undeliverable or returned.
The various elements of the Prize will be as arranged by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to change the dates of travel. Sponsor will notify Winner in the event of a change in itinerary.
It is the responsibility of the Winner to obtain and possess all required documents. Sponsor has no responsibility for occurrences beyond its control. No refund or compensation will be made. Sponsor has no responsibility for the winner’s inability or failure to accept or use any part of the Prize as described herein. If the Winner is unable to use the Prize during the time period determined by Sponsor, the Winner forfeits the Prize in its entirety and if time permits, Sponsor will select a substitute winner at random from among all remaining eligible entries. If the Winner is disqualified and there is no time to reasonably select a substitute winner, Sponsor reserves the right not to select a substitute winner and to retain the related Prize. In case of prize forfeiture, no further compensation is due to winner from Sponsor. Winner is responsible for obtaining all other forms of insurance at their option and hereby acknowledges that Sponsor has not and will not obtain or provide any form of insurance. Sponsor is not liable for any travel canceled or Prizes forfeited due to a force majeure event (including without limitation, events related to the propagation of the COVID-19 virus).
WINNER AGREES TO ACCEPT THE PRIZE “AS IS”, AND YOU HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES HAVE NEITHER MADE NOR ARE IN ANY MANNER RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR GUARANTEE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN FACT OR IN LAW, RELATIVE TO THE PRIZE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO (A) ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED EXCLUSIVELY BY A PRIZE SUPPLIER THAT ARE SENT ALONG WITH THE PRIZE OR (B) THEIR QUALITY OR MECHANIC CONDITIONS. SPONSOR HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NONINFRINGEMENT
Winner is solely responsible for all federal, state, local, or other applicable taxes associated with the acceptance and use of a Prize. All costs and expenses associated with Prize acceptance and use not specifically provided herein are the responsibility of each winner.
The winner agrees and acknowledges that Sponsor may be required to withhold and remit a portion of prize value to comply with applicable tax laws. The winner also agrees to provide Sponsor with a valid social security number or any other information Sponsor may require in connection with applicable tax reporting or withholding requirements or other laws or regulations.
Winner Selection and Notification. On or about 10/20/25, one (1) Winner will be selected from all eligible entries received via a random drawing administered electronically at the offices of HeadCount - 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001. Sponsor will notify Winner by email via the email address submitted with their Sweepstakes entry. Entrant must be the authorized account holder of the e-mail address used in connection with the entry. The “authorized account holder” is defined as the natural person to whom the e-mail address is assigned by an internet service provider, online service provider or other organization (e.g., business, educational institution, etc.) that is responsible for assigning e-mail addresses for the domain associated with the submitted e-mail address. In the event of a discrepancy between the identity of the authorized account holder, the “winner,” and the entrant, Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to determine whether the entry is valid or to declare the entry invalid and select an alternate winner or not award the unclaimed prize.
Winner is subject to verification of eligibility, including verification of age and residency.
Winner may be required to complete, sign, notarize and return an affidavit of eligibility/liability release and a publicity release, all of which must be properly executed and returned within three (3) days of issuance of Prize notification. If a Winner (i) is determined to be ineligible or otherwise disqualified by Sponsor, (ii) fails to respond to Sponsor’s selection email or text within forty-eight (48) hours of such email or text, or (iii) fails to timely provide any information requested by Sponsor (e.g., information needed by Sponsor to deliver the prize) or timely execute and return any documents required by Sponsor, the Winner will be disqualified and forfeits all interest in the Prize in its entirety. If the winner is disqualified, Sponsor reserves the right to select a substitute Winner based upon a random drawing from among all other eligible entries received or not award the unclaimed prize.
Publicity. Except where prohibited by law or regulation, by accepting a Prize, the Winner hereby grants the Sponsor and its representatives a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive and sub-licensable right and license to distribute, publicly display and use his/her name, photograph, voice, likeness and information about the prize award, in any way, at any time, in any and all media, including without limitation, without any additional approval or consideration, in connection with the promotion and marketing of this and other sweepstakes offers and Sponsor’s mission.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY.
YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT YOU ACCESS AND USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE IS MADE AVAILABLE ON AN “AS IS” AND “WITH ALL FAULTS” BASIS, AND THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, TITLE, QUIET ENJOYMENT, ACCURACY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES MAKE NO WARRANTY THAT THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, WILL BE AVAILABLE ON AN UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE BASIS, OR WILL BE ACCURATE, RELIABLE, FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL CODE, COMPLETE, LEGAL, OR SAFE. IF APPLICABLE LAW REQUIRES ANY WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE FOREGOING EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW AND NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY CONTAINED HEREIN, YOU AGREE THAT (I) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO: (A) THE SWEEPSTAKES, (B) ANY PRIZE AWARDED, OR (C) YOUR USE OF INABILITY TO USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE (IN EACH CASE EVEN IF SPONSOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES) AND (II) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES’ LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE OFFICIAL RULES, THE SWEEPSTAKES, THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, OR ANY PRIZE WILL AT ALL TIMES BE LIMITED TO YOUR ACTUAL OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSES OF PARTICIPATION IN THE SWEEPSTAKES (IF ANY). THE EXISTENCE OF MORE THAN ONE CLAIM WILL NOT ENLARGE THIS LIMIT.
The Sweepstakes Entities assume no liability and are not responsible for, and by entering the Sweepstakes you hereby waive and release the Sweepstakes Parties from, any actions, claims, damages, losses or injuries of any kind (collectively “Claims”) arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or the receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation, Claims relating to:By participating in the Sweepstakes, you hereby waive, release and hold harmless Sweepstakes Entities from any liability, claims, actions, costs, injuries, losses or damages of any kind, directly or indirectly, whether caused by negligence or not, arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or your receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation relating to: (i) technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunctioning of any computer, mobile device, cable, network, hardware or software; (ii) the unavailability or inaccessibility of any telephone or Internet service; (iii) unauthorized human intervention, (iv) incorrect, delayed or inaccurate transmission, winner notifications, prize claims or other information or communications relating to the Sweepstakes, or the failure to capture or transmit any such information; (v) damage to any person’s computer or mobile device; or (vi) any errors in these Official Rules, winner notifications or other announcements or communications relating to the Sweepstakes. In the event of any ambiguity or error(s) in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to clarify or modify these Official Rules however it deems appropriate to correct any such ambiguity or error(s). If due to an error or for any other reason, more legitimate prize claims are received than the number of prizes stated in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to award only one (1) Prize from a random drawing from among all eligible entrants. In no event will more than the stated number of prizes (i.e. one (1) Prize) be awarded.
Sponsor reserves the right in its sole discretion to disqualify any entry or entrant from the Sweepstakes or from winning the Prize if it determines that said entrant is attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the promotion by cheating, deception, or other unfair playing practices (including the use of automated quick entry programs) or intending to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrants or any Sweepstakes Entities.
LEGAL WARNING: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT OR ANY OTHER INDIVIDUAL TO DELIBERATELY DAMAGE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, TAMPER WITH THE ENTRY PROCESS, OR OTHERWISE UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF LAW AND, SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO PURSUE ALL REMEDIES AGAINST ANY SUCH INDIVIDUAL TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
For California Residents Only: You hereby waive California Civil Code Section 1542, which states, “A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that, if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party.”
Sponsor’s Reservation of Rights. Sponsor’s failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules shall not constitute a waiver of that provision. If any provision of these Official Rules is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck, and the remaining provisions shall be enforced. If for any reason the Sweepstakes is not capable of being safely executed as planned, including, without limitation, as a result of war, natural disasters or weather events, labor strikes, acts of terrorism, pandemic infection (including without limitation, events related to the COVID-19 virus), or other force majeure event, or any infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failures or any other causes which in the opinion of and/or Sweepstakes Entities, corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity, or proper conduct and fulfillment of this Sweepstakes, Sponsor reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes. In the event of any cancellation, termination or suspension, Sponsor reserves the right to select a winner from a random drawing from among all eligible, non-suspect entries received as of the date of the termination, cancellation or suspension.
DISPUTES AND JURISDICTION: THE SWEEPSTAKES IS GOVERNED BY, AND WILL BE CONSTRUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH, THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, WITHOUT REGARD TO ITS CONFLICTS OF LAW PRINCIPLES, AND THE FORUM AND VENUE FOR ANY DISPUTE RELATING TO THE SWEEPSTAKES SHALL BE IN A FEDERAL OR STATE COURT OF COMPETENT JURISDICTION IN NEW YORK, NEW YORK. EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED, ENTRANTS AGREE THAT ANY AND ALL DISPUTES, CLAIMS AND CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR CONNECTED WITH THIS SWEEPSTAKES OR ANY PRIZE AWARDED SHALL BE RESOLVED INDIVIDUALLY, WITHOUT RESORT TO ANY FORM OF CLASS ACTION.
Privacy. Any personally identifiable information collected during an entrant’s participation in the Sweepstakes will be collected and used by Sponsor and its designees for the administration and fulfillment of the Sweepstakes and as otherwise described in these Official Rules and Sponsor’s privacy policy available at www.HeadCount.org/privacy-policy/. Should entrant register to vote, their information will be shared, as noted on the user interface, with the individual state election board in entrant’s home state, and also be added to databases of registered voters used exclusively for non-profit purposes and the purpose of encouraging voter turnout.
Winners List. A winners list is available only within sixty (60) days after the end of the Entry Period. To receive a copy of the winners list, mail a request to Democracy Check Up with Rainbow Kitten Surprise Sweepstakes Winners List, 104 W. 29th Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10001, Attention: Digital Marketing Department. In order to obtain a winner’s list, where permitted by law, send your written request and a self-addressed, stamped envelope (residents of VT and WA may omit return postage).
Intellectual Property Ownership; Access to Sweepstakes Website. You acknowledge and agree that the Sweepstakes Website and all content thereof, and all the intellectual property rights, including copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets therein, are owned by Sponsor or its licensors. Neither these Official Rules (nor your access to the Sweepstakes Website) transfers to you or any third party any rights, title or interest in or to such intellectual property rights, except for the limited, non-exclusive right to access the Sweepstakes Website for your own personal, noncommercial use. Sponsor and its suppliers reserve all rights not granted in these Official Rules. There are no implied licenses granted under these Official Rules.
All trademarks, logos and service marks (“Marks”) displayed on the Sweepstakes Website are Sponsor’s property or the property of other third parties. You are not permitted to use these Marks without Sponsor’s prior written consent or the consent of such third party which may own the Marks.
OFFICIAL SWEEPSTAKES RULES: Democracy Check Up with Tank & the Bangas
BY ENTERING THIS SWEEPSTAKES, YOU AGREE TO THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS.
NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
OPEN TO ELIGIBLE LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES AND DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (EXCEPT FOR THOSE RESIDING IN MISSISSIPPI OR OREGON), WHO, AS OF THE TIME OF ENTRY, ARE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD.
VOID IN OREGON, MISSISSIPPI AND ALL JURISDICTIONS OTHER THAN THOSE STATED ABOVE AND WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.
Introduction. A prize of one (1) vinyl signed by Tank & the Bangas, will be awarded to one (1) winner.
Sponsor. HeadCount, Inc., 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001 (“Sponsor”)
The Democracy Check Up with Tank & the Bangas (“Sweepstakes”) is in no way authorized, sponsored, endorsed, approved, or administered by or offered in association with, Tank & the Bangas. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding the Sweepstakes is to be directed to Sponsor, at the address above, and not any other party.
This Sweepstakes is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram. You understand that you are providing your information to Sponsor and not to Instagram. You agree to release Instagram from all claims arising out of, or in connection with, this Sweepstakes. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding this Sweepstakes should be directed to Sponsor and not to Instagram.
Timing. The Sweepstakes will begin at 9AM EST, 4/6/25 and run until 11:59PM EST, 4/19/25 (the “Entry Period”). Sponsor’s computer is the official time keeping device for the Sweepstakes.
Eligibility. The Sweepstakes is open only to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia (except for those residing in Mississippi and Oregon), who, as of the time of entry, are at least 18 years of age. Void in Mississippi, Oregon, and all other jurisdictions other than those stated above and where prohibited or restricted by law. Employees, officers, directors, contractors, and representatives of Sponsor, Tank & the Bangas, and their respective corporate parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, agents, and any other entity involved in the development or administration of the Sweepstakes (collectively, with Sponsor Tank & the Bangas, the “Sweepstakes Entities”) as well as the immediate family (defined as spouse, parents, children, siblings, grandparents, and “steps” of each) and household members of each, whether or not related, are not eligible to enter or win the Sweepstakes. By participating, you agree to abide by these official rules (the “Official Rules”) and the decisions of Sponsor in all matters relating to the Sweepstakes, which are final and binding in all respects. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Sponsor’s volunteers are eligible to enter the Sweepstakes.
How to Enter. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY AND NO ENTRY FEE, PAYMENT OR PROOF OF PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE.
Taking civic actions, such as verifying your voter registration status, registering to vote, or requesting a mail in ballot, is NOT required for entry. Having a valid voter registration status or being eligible to register to vote is NOT required for entry.
There are (2) ways to enter the Sweepstakes:
(1) INTERNET (You may receive a Maximum of one (1) per this method of entry:
- Earn one (1) entry by visiting the Sweepstakes Website on a web browser and completing and submitting the form provided on the Sweepstakes Website during the Entry Period.
(2) MAIL:
- Mail a 3 ½” x 5” card with your full name, complete valid postal address (including zip code), date of birth, telephone number, valid e-mail address, and the words “Democracy Check Up with Tank & the Bangas Entry” legibly, hand printed in a #10 envelope with proper postage affixed to: 104 West 29th Street 11th Floor NYC 10001, ATTN: Democracy Check Up with Tank & the Bangas. You will receive one (1) entry for each completed eligible mail-in entry received (maximum one (1) entry per stamped outer mailing envelope). Mail-in entries must be postmarked by the last day of the Entry Period and received by 4/23/25 (“Mail-in Entry Deadline”). Postcards not received by the Mail-in Entry Deadline will be disqualified. Proof of mailing does not constitute proof of delivery. The Sweepstakes Entities assume no responsibility for lost, late, incomplete, stolen, misdirected, mutilated, illegible or postage-due entries or mail, all of which will be void. No mechanically reproduced entries permitted. Illegible/incomplete entries are void. All entries become the property of Sponsor, and none will be acknowledged or returned.
You can earn a maximum of one (1) entry in the Sweepstakes, regardless of the method of entry.
The submission of an entry is solely the responsibility of the entrant. Only eligible entries actually postmarked/received by the deadlines specified in these Official Rules will be included in the Prize drawing. Any automated receipt does not constitute proof of actual receipt by Sponsor of an entry for purposes of these Official Rules.
Compliance with the entry requirements will be determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Entries that violate these entry requirements will be disqualified from the Sweepstakes.
Odds of Winning: Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received.
Prize. One (1) winner (the “Winner”) will win the following (the “Prize”): one (1) vinyl signed by Tank & the Bangas with an approximate retail value of $250 (USD).
The total ARV of all Prizes offered in this Sweepstakes is $250 (USD).
Winners are subject to verification, including verification of age and residency. The right to receive a Prize is neither transferable or assignable. No cash of other prize substitutions will be available, except at the sole discretion of Sponsor, who reserves the right to award a prize of equal or greater financial value if any advertised Prize (or any component thereof) becomes unavailable. Prize does not include any other item or expense not specifically described in these Official Rules.
As a condition of receiving the prize, the winner must provide Sponsor with a valid mailing address. Sponsor will pay for the cost of delivering the prize to the winner within the United States. The method of shipping and the carrier will be determined in the sole discretion of Sponsor. Sponsor is not responsible for any prizes that are lost, stolen, undeliverable or returned.
The various elements of the Prize will be as arranged by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to change the dates of travel. Sponsor will notify Winner in the event of a change in itinerary.
It is the responsibility of the Winner to obtain and possess all required documents. Sponsor has no responsibility for occurrences beyond its control. No refund or compensation will be made. Sponsor has no responsibility for the winner’s inability or failure to accept or use any part of the Prize as described herein. If the Winner is unable to use the Prize during the time period determined by Sponsor, the Winner forfeits the Prize in its entirety and if time permits, Sponsor will select a substitute winner at random from among all remaining eligible entries. If the Winner is disqualified and there is no time to reasonably select a substitute winner, Sponsor reserves the right not to select a substitute winner and to retain the related Prize. In case of prize forfeiture, no further compensation is due to winner from Sponsor. Winner is responsible for obtaining all other forms of insurance at their option and hereby acknowledges that Sponsor has not and will not obtain or provide any form of insurance. Sponsor is not liable for any travel canceled or Prizes forfeited due to a force majeure event (including without limitation, events related to the propagation of the COVID-19 virus).
WINNER AGREES TO ACCEPT THE PRIZE “AS IS”, AND YOU HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES HAVE NEITHER MADE NOR ARE IN ANY MANNER RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR GUARANTEE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN FACT OR IN LAW, RELATIVE TO THE PRIZE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO (A) ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED EXCLUSIVELY BY A PRIZE SUPPLIER THAT ARE SENT ALONG WITH THE PRIZE OR (B) THEIR QUALITY OR MECHANIC CONDITIONS. SPONSOR HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NONINFRINGEMENT
Winner is solely responsible for all federal, state, local, or other applicable taxes associated with the acceptance and use of a Prize. All costs and expenses associated with Prize acceptance and use not specifically provided herein are the responsibility of each winner.
The winner agrees and acknowledges that Sponsor may be required to withhold and remit a portion of prize value to comply with applicable tax laws. The winner also agrees to provide Sponsor with a valid social security number or any other information Sponsor may require in connection with applicable tax reporting or withholding requirements or other laws or regulations.
Winner Selection and Notification. On or about 4/24/25, one (1) Winner will be selected from all eligible entries received via a random drawing administered electronically at the offices of HeadCount - 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001. Sponsor will notify Winner by email via the email address submitted with their Sweepstakes entry. Entrant must be the authorized account holder of the e-mail address used in connection with the entry. The “authorized account holder” is defined as the natural person to whom the e-mail address is assigned by an internet service provider, online service provider or other organization (e.g., business, educational institution, etc.) that is responsible for assigning e-mail addresses for the domain associated with the submitted e-mail address. In the event of a discrepancy between the identity of the authorized account holder, the “winner,” and the entrant, Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to determine whether the entry is valid or to declare the entry invalid and select an alternate winner or not award the unclaimed prize.
Winner is subject to verification of eligibility, including verification of age and residency.
Winner may be required to complete, sign, notarize and return an affidavit of eligibility/liability release and a publicity release, all of which must be properly executed and returned within three (3) days of issuance of Prize notification. If a Winner (i) is determined to be ineligible or otherwise disqualified by Sponsor, (ii) fails to respond to Sponsor’s selection email or text within forty-eight (48) hours of such email or text, or (iii) fails to timely provide any information requested by Sponsor (e.g., information needed by Sponsor to deliver the prize) or timely execute and return any documents required by Sponsor, the Winner will be disqualified and forfeits all interest in the Prize in its entirety. If the winner is disqualified, Sponsor reserves the right to select a substitute Winner based upon a random drawing from among all other eligible entries received or not award the unclaimed prize.
Publicity. Except where prohibited by law or regulation, by accepting a Prize, the Winner hereby grants the Sponsor and its representatives a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive and sub-licensable right and license to distribute, publicly display and use his/her name, photograph, voice, likeness and information about the prize award, in any way, at any time, in any and all media, including without limitation, without any additional approval or consideration, in connection with the promotion and marketing of this and other sweepstakes offers and Sponsor’s mission.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY.
YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT YOU ACCESS AND USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE IS MADE AVAILABLE ON AN “AS IS” AND “WITH ALL FAULTS” BASIS, AND THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, TITLE, QUIET ENJOYMENT, ACCURACY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES MAKE NO WARRANTY THAT THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, WILL BE AVAILABLE ON AN UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE BASIS, OR WILL BE ACCURATE, RELIABLE, FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL CODE, COMPLETE, LEGAL, OR SAFE. IF APPLICABLE LAW REQUIRES ANY WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE FOREGOING EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW AND NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY CONTAINED HEREIN, YOU AGREE THAT (I) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO: (A) THE SWEEPSTAKES, (B) ANY PRIZE AWARDED, OR (C) YOUR USE OF INABILITY TO USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE (IN EACH CASE EVEN IF SPONSOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES) AND (II) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES’ LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE OFFICIAL RULES, THE SWEEPSTAKES, THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, OR ANY PRIZE WILL AT ALL TIMES BE LIMITED TO YOUR ACTUAL OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSES OF PARTICIPATION IN THE SWEEPSTAKES (IF ANY). THE EXISTENCE OF MORE THAN ONE CLAIM WILL NOT ENLARGE THIS LIMIT.
The Sweepstakes Entities assume no liability and are not responsible for, and by entering the Sweepstakes you hereby waive and release the Sweepstakes Parties from, any actions, claims, damages, losses or injuries of any kind (collectively “Claims”) arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or the receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation, Claims relating to:By participating in the Sweepstakes, you hereby waive, release and hold harmless Sweepstakes Entities from any liability, claims, actions, costs, injuries, losses or damages of any kind, directly or indirectly, whether caused by negligence or not, arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or your receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation relating to: (i) technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunctioning of any computer, mobile device, cable, network, hardware or software; (ii) the unavailability or inaccessibility of any telephone or Internet service; (iii) unauthorized human intervention, (iv) incorrect, delayed or inaccurate transmission, winner notifications, prize claims or other information or communications relating to the Sweepstakes, or the failure to capture or transmit any such information; (v) damage to any person’s computer or mobile device; or (vi) any errors in these Official Rules, winner notifications or other announcements or communications relating to the Sweepstakes. In the event of any ambiguity or error(s) in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to clarify or modify these Official Rules however it deems appropriate to correct any such ambiguity or error(s). If due to an error or for any other reason, more legitimate prize claims are received than the number of prizes stated in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to award only one (1) Prize from a random drawing from among all eligible entrants. In no event will more than the stated number of prizes (i.e. one (1) Prize) be awarded.
Sponsor reserves the right in its sole discretion to disqualify any entry or entrant from the Sweepstakes or from winning the Prize if it determines that said entrant is attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the promotion by cheating, deception, or other unfair playing practices (including the use of automated quick entry programs) or intending to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrants or any Sweepstakes Entities.
LEGAL WARNING: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT OR ANY OTHER INDIVIDUAL TO DELIBERATELY DAMAGE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, TAMPER WITH THE ENTRY PROCESS, OR OTHERWISE UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF LAW AND, SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO PURSUE ALL REMEDIES AGAINST ANY SUCH INDIVIDUAL TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
For California Residents Only: You hereby waive California Civil Code Section 1542, which states, “A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that, if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party.”
Sponsor’s Reservation of Rights. Sponsor’s failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules shall not constitute a waiver of that provision. If any provision of these Official Rules is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck, and the remaining provisions shall be enforced. If for any reason the Sweepstakes is not capable of being safely executed as planned, including, without limitation, as a result of war, natural disasters or weather events, labor strikes, acts of terrorism, pandemic infection (including without limitation, events related to the COVID-19 virus), or other force majeure event, or any infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failures or any other causes which in the opinion of and/or Sweepstakes Entities, corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity, or proper conduct and fulfillment of this Sweepstakes, Sponsor reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes. In the event of any cancellation, termination or suspension, Sponsor reserves the right to select a winner from a random drawing from among all eligible, non-suspect entries received as of the date of the termination, cancellation or suspension.
DISPUTES AND JURISDICTION: THE SWEEPSTAKES IS GOVERNED BY, AND WILL BE CONSTRUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH, THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, WITHOUT REGARD TO ITS CONFLICTS OF LAW PRINCIPLES, AND THE FORUM AND VENUE FOR ANY DISPUTE RELATING TO THE SWEEPSTAKES SHALL BE IN A FEDERAL OR STATE COURT OF COMPETENT JURISDICTION IN NEW YORK, NEW YORK. EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED, ENTRANTS AGREE THAT ANY AND ALL DISPUTES, CLAIMS AND CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR CONNECTED WITH THIS SWEEPSTAKES OR ANY PRIZE AWARDED SHALL BE RESOLVED INDIVIDUALLY, WITHOUT RESORT TO ANY FORM OF CLASS ACTION.
Privacy. Any personally identifiable information collected during an entrant’s participation in the Sweepstakes will be collected and used by Sponsor and its designees for the administration and fulfillment of the Sweepstakes and as otherwise described in these Official Rules and Sponsor’s privacy policy available at www.HeadCount.org/privacy-policy/. Should entrant register to vote, their information will be shared, as noted on the user interface, with the individual state election board in entrant’s home state, and also be added to databases of registered voters used exclusively for non-profit purposes and the purpose of encouraging voter turnout.
Winners List. A winners list is available only within sixty (60) days after the end of the Entry Period. To receive a copy of the winners list, mail a request to Democracy Check Up with Tank & the Bangas Sweepstakes Winners List, 104 W. 29th Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10001, Attention: Digital Marketing Department. In order to obtain a winner’s list, where permitted by law, send your written request and a self-addressed, stamped envelope (residents of VT and WA may omit return postage).
Intellectual Property Ownership; Access to Sweepstakes Website. You acknowledge and agree that the Sweepstakes Website and all content thereof, and all the intellectual property rights, including copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets therein, are owned by Sponsor or its licensors. Neither these Official Rules (nor your access to the Sweepstakes Website) transfers to you or any third party any rights, title or interest in or to such intellectual property rights, except for the limited, non-exclusive right to access the Sweepstakes Website for your own personal, noncommercial use. Sponsor and its suppliers reserve all rights not granted in these Official Rules. There are no implied licenses granted under these Official Rules.
All trademarks, logos and service marks (“Marks”) displayed on the Sweepstakes Website are Sponsor’s property or the property of other third parties. You are not permitted to use these Marks without Sponsor’s prior written consent or the consent of such third party which may own the Marks.
OFFICIAL SWEEPSTAKES RULES: Democracy Check Up with Trixie Mattel
BY ENTERING THIS SWEEPSTAKES, YOU AGREE TO THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS.
NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
OPEN TO ELIGIBLE LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES AND DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (EXCEPT FOR THOSE RESIDING IN MISSISSIPPI OR OREGON), WHO, AS OF THE TIME OF ENTRY, ARE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD.
VOID IN OREGON, MISSISSIPPI AND ALL JURISDICTIONS OTHER THAN THOSE STATED ABOVE AND WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.
Introduction. A prize of one (1) Trixie Mattel candle signed by Trixie Mattel and (1) Trixie Mattel magic eight ball signed by Trixie Mattel, will be awarded to one (1) winner.
Sponsor. HeadCount, Inc., 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001 (“Sponsor”)
The Democracy Check Up with Trixie Mattel (“Sweepstakes”) is in no way authorized, sponsored, endorsed, approved, or administered by or offered in association with, Trixie Mattel. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding the Sweepstakes is to be directed to Sponsor, at the address above, and not any other party.
This Sweepstakes is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram. You understand that you are providing your information to Sponsor and not to Instagram. You agree to release Instagram from all claims arising out of, or in connection with, this Sweepstakes. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding this Sweepstakes should be directed to Sponsor and not to Instagram.
Timing. The Sweepstakes will begin at 9AM EST, 4/6/25 and run until 11:59 PM EST, 6/3/25 (the “Entry Period”). Sponsor’s computer is the official time keeping device for the Sweepstakes.
Eligibility. The Sweepstakes is open only to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia (except for those residing in Mississippi and Oregon), who, as of the time of entry, are at least 18 years of age. Void in Mississippi, Oregon, and all other jurisdictions other than those stated above and where prohibited or restricted by law. Employees, officers, directors, contractors, and representatives of Sponsor, Trixie Mattel, and their respective corporate parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, agents, and any other entity involved in the development or administration of the Sweepstakes (collectively, with Sponsor Trixie Mattel, the “Sweepstakes Entities”) as well as the immediate family (defined as spouse, parents, children, siblings, grandparents, and “steps” of each) and household members of each, whether or not related, are not eligible to enter or win the Sweepstakes. By participating, you agree to abide by these official rules (the “Official Rules”) and the decisions of Sponsor in all matters relating to the Sweepstakes, which are final and binding in all respects. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Sponsor’s volunteers are eligible to enter the Sweepstakes.
How to Enter. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY AND NO ENTRY FEE, PAYMENT OR PROOF OF PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE.
Taking civic actions, such as verifying your voter registration status, registering to vote, or requesting a mail in ballot, is NOT required for entry. Having a valid voter registration status or being eligible to register to vote is NOT required for entry.
There are two (2) ways to enter the Sweepstakes:
(1) INTERNET (You may receive a Maximum of one (1) per this method of entry:
- Earn one (1) entry by visiting the Sweepstakes Website on a web browser and completing and submitting the form provided on the Sweepstakes Website during the Entry Period.
(2) MAIL:
- Mail a 3 ½” x 5” card with your full name, complete valid postal address (including zip code), date of birth, telephone number, valid e-mail address, and the words “Democracy Check Up with Trixie Mattel Entry” legibly, hand printed in a #10 envelope with proper postage affixed to: 104 West 29th Street 11th Floor NYC 10001, ATTN: Democracy Check Up with Trixie Mattel. You will receive one (1) entry for each completed eligible mail-in entry received (maximum one (1) entry per stamped outer mailing envelope). Mail-in entries must be postmarked by the last day of the Entry Period and received by 6/6/25 (“Mail-in Entry Deadline”). Postcards not received by the Mail-in Entry Deadline will be disqualified. Proof of mailing does not constitute proof of delivery. The Sweepstakes Entities assume no responsibility for lost, late, incomplete, stolen, misdirected, mutilated, illegible or postage-due entries or mail, all of which will be void. No mechanically reproduced entries permitted. Illegible/incomplete entries are void. All entries become the property of Sponsor, and none will be acknowledged or returned.
You can earn a maximum of one (1) entry in the Sweepstakes, regardless of the method of entry.
The submission of an entry is solely the responsibility of the entrant. Only eligible entries actually postmarked/received by the deadlines specified in these Official Rules will be included in the Prize drawing. Any automated receipt does not constitute proof of actual receipt by Sponsor of an entry for purposes of these Official Rules.
Compliance with the entry requirements will be determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Entries that violate these entry requirements will be disqualified from the Sweepstakes.
Odds of Winning: Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received.
Prize. One (1) winner (the “Winner”) will win the following (the “Prize”): one (1) Trixie Mattel candle signed by Trixie Mattel and (1) Trixie Mattel magic eight ball signed by Trixie Mattel with an approximate retail value of $250 (USD).
The total ARV of all Prizes offered in this Sweepstakes is $250 (USD).
Winners are subject to verification, including verification of age and residency. The right to receive a Prize is neither transferable or assignable. No cash of other prize substitutions will be available, except at the sole discretion of Sponsor, who reserves the right to award a prize of equal or greater financial value if any advertised Prize (or any component thereof) becomes unavailable. Prize does not include any other item or expense not specifically described in these Official Rules.
As a condition of receiving the prize, the winner must provide Sponsor with a valid mailing address. Sponsor will pay for the cost of delivering the prize to the winner within the United States. The method of shipping and the carrier will be determined in the sole discretion of Sponsor. Sponsor is not responsible for any prizes that are lost, stolen, undeliverable or returned.
The various elements of the Prize will be as arranged by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to change the dates of travel. Sponsor will notify Winner in the event of a change in itinerary.
It is the responsibility of the Winner to obtain and possess all required documents. Sponsor has no responsibility for occurrences beyond its control. No refund or compensation will be made. Sponsor has no responsibility for the winner’s inability or failure to accept or use any part of the Prize as described herein. If the Winner is unable to use the Prize during the time period determined by Sponsor, the Winner forfeits the Prize in its entirety and if time permits, Sponsor will select a substitute winner at random from among all remaining eligible entries. If the Winner is disqualified and there is no time to reasonably select a substitute winner, Sponsor reserves the right not to select a substitute winner and to retain the related Prize. In case of prize forfeiture, no further compensation is due to winner from Sponsor. Winner is responsible for obtaining all other forms of insurance at their option and hereby acknowledges that Sponsor has not and will not obtain or provide any form of insurance. Sponsor is not liable for any travel canceled or Prizes forfeited due to a force majeure event (including without limitation, events related to the propagation of the COVID-19 virus).
WINNER AGREES TO ACCEPT THE PRIZE “AS IS”, AND YOU HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES HAVE NEITHER MADE NOR ARE IN ANY MANNER RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR GUARANTEE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN FACT OR IN LAW, RELATIVE TO THE PRIZE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO (A) ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED EXCLUSIVELY BY A PRIZE SUPPLIER THAT ARE SENT ALONG WITH THE PRIZE OR (B) THEIR QUALITY OR MECHANIC CONDITIONS. SPONSOR HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NONINFRINGEMENT
Winner is solely responsible for all federal, state, local, or other applicable taxes associated with the acceptance and use of a Prize. All costs and expenses associated with Prize acceptance and use not specifically provided herein are the responsibility of each winner.
The winner agrees and acknowledges that Sponsor may be required to withhold and remit a portion of prize value to comply with applicable tax laws. The winner also agrees to provide Sponsor with a valid social security number or any other information Sponsor may require in connection with applicable tax reporting or withholding requirements or other laws or regulations.
Winner Selection and Notification. On or about 6/9/25, one (1) Winner will be selected from all eligible entries received via a random drawing administered electronically at the offices of HeadCount - 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001. Sponsor will notify Winner by email via the email address submitted with their Sweepstakes entry. Entrant must be the authorized account holder of the e-mail address used in connection with the entry. The “authorized account holder” is defined as the natural person to whom the e-mail address is assigned by an internet service provider, online service provider or other organization (e.g., business, educational institution, etc.) that is responsible for assigning e-mail addresses for the domain associated with the submitted e-mail address. In the event of a discrepancy between the identity of the authorized account holder, the “winner,” and the entrant, Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to determine whether the entry is valid or to declare the entry invalid and select an alternate winner or not award the unclaimed prize.
Winner is subject to verification of eligibility, including verification of age and residency.
Winner may be required to complete, sign, notarize and return an affidavit of eligibility/liability release and a publicity release, all of which must be properly executed and returned within three (3) days of issuance of Prize notification. If a Winner (i) is determined to be ineligible or otherwise disqualified by Sponsor, (ii) fails to respond to Sponsor’s selection email or text within forty-eight (48) hours of such email or text, or (iii) fails to timely provide any information requested by Sponsor (e.g., information needed by Sponsor to deliver the prize) or timely execute and return any documents required by Sponsor, the Winner will be disqualified and forfeits all interest in the Prize in its entirety. If the winner is disqualified, Sponsor reserves the right to select a substitute Winner based upon a random drawing from among all other eligible entries received or not award the unclaimed prize.
Publicity. Except where prohibited by law or regulation, by accepting a Prize, the Winner hereby grants the Sponsor and its representatives a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive and sub-licensable right and license to distribute, publicly display and use his/her name, photograph, voice, likeness and information about the prize award, in any way, at any time, in any and all media, including without limitation, without any additional approval or consideration, in connection with the promotion and marketing of this and other sweepstakes offers and Sponsor’s mission.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY.
YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT YOU ACCESS AND USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE IS MADE AVAILABLE ON AN “AS IS” AND “WITH ALL FAULTS” BASIS, AND THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, TITLE, QUIET ENJOYMENT, ACCURACY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES MAKE NO WARRANTY THAT THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, WILL BE AVAILABLE ON AN UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE BASIS, OR WILL BE ACCURATE, RELIABLE, FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL CODE, COMPLETE, LEGAL, OR SAFE. IF APPLICABLE LAW REQUIRES ANY WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE FOREGOING EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW AND NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY CONTAINED HEREIN, YOU AGREE THAT (I) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO: (A) THE SWEEPSTAKES, (B) ANY PRIZE AWARDED, OR (C) YOUR USE OF INABILITY TO USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE (IN EACH CASE EVEN IF SPONSOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES) AND (II) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES’ LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE OFFICIAL RULES, THE SWEEPSTAKES, THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, OR ANY PRIZE WILL AT ALL TIMES BE LIMITED TO YOUR ACTUAL OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSES OF PARTICIPATION IN THE SWEEPSTAKES (IF ANY). THE EXISTENCE OF MORE THAN ONE CLAIM WILL NOT ENLARGE THIS LIMIT.
The Sweepstakes Entities assume no liability and are not responsible for, and by entering the Sweepstakes you hereby waive and release the Sweepstakes Parties from, any actions, claims, damages, losses or injuries of any kind (collectively “Claims”) arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or the receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation, Claims relating to:By participating in the Sweepstakes, you hereby waive, release and hold harmless Sweepstakes Entities from any liability, claims, actions, costs, injuries, losses or damages of any kind, directly or indirectly, whether caused by negligence or not, arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or your receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation relating to: (i) technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunctioning of any computer, mobile device, cable, network, hardware or software; (ii) the unavailability or inaccessibility of any telephone or Internet service; (iii) unauthorized human intervention, (iv) incorrect, delayed or inaccurate transmission, winner notifications, prize claims or other information or communications relating to the Sweepstakes, or the failure to capture or transmit any such information; (v) damage to any person’s computer or mobile device; or (vi) any errors in these Official Rules, winner notifications or other announcements or communications relating to the Sweepstakes. In the event of any ambiguity or error(s) in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to clarify or modify these Official Rules however it deems appropriate to correct any such ambiguity or error(s). If due to an error or for any other reason, more legitimate prize claims are received than the number of prizes stated in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to award only one (1) Prize from a random drawing from among all eligible entrants. In no event will more than the stated number of prizes (i.e. one (1) Prize) be awarded.
Sponsor reserves the right in its sole discretion to disqualify any entry or entrant from the Sweepstakes or from winning the Prize if it determines that said entrant is attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the promotion by cheating, deception, or other unfair playing practices (including the use of automated quick entry programs) or intending to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrants or any Sweepstakes Entities.
LEGAL WARNING: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT OR ANY OTHER INDIVIDUAL TO DELIBERATELY DAMAGE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, TAMPER WITH THE ENTRY PROCESS, OR OTHERWISE UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF LAW AND, SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO PURSUE ALL REMEDIES AGAINST ANY SUCH INDIVIDUAL TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
For California Residents Only: You hereby waive California Civil Code Section 1542, which states, “A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that, if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party.”
Sponsor’s Reservation of Rights. Sponsor’s failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules shall not constitute a waiver of that provision. If any provision of these Official Rules is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck, and the remaining provisions shall be enforced. If for any reason the Sweepstakes is not capable of being safely executed as planned, including, without limitation, as a result of war, natural disasters or weather events, labor strikes, acts of terrorism, pandemic infection (including without limitation, events related to the COVID-19 virus), or other force majeure event, or any infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failures or any other causes which in the opinion of and/or Sweepstakes Entities, corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity, or proper conduct and fulfillment of this Sweepstakes, Sponsor reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes. In the event of any cancellation, termination or suspension, Sponsor reserves the right to select a winner from a random drawing from among all eligible, non-suspect entries received as of the date of the termination, cancellation or suspension.
DISPUTES AND JURISDICTION: THE SWEEPSTAKES IS GOVERNED BY, AND WILL BE CONSTRUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH, THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, WITHOUT REGARD TO ITS CONFLICTS OF LAW PRINCIPLES, AND THE FORUM AND VENUE FOR ANY DISPUTE RELATING TO THE SWEEPSTAKES SHALL BE IN A FEDERAL OR STATE COURT OF COMPETENT JURISDICTION IN NEW YORK, NEW YORK. EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED, ENTRANTS AGREE THAT ANY AND ALL DISPUTES, CLAIMS AND CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR CONNECTED WITH THIS SWEEPSTAKES OR ANY PRIZE AWARDED SHALL BE RESOLVED INDIVIDUALLY, WITHOUT RESORT TO ANY FORM OF CLASS ACTION.
Privacy. Any personally identifiable information collected during an entrant’s participation in the Sweepstakes will be collected and used by Sponsor and its designees for the administration and fulfillment of the Sweepstakes and as otherwise described in these Official Rules and Sponsor’s privacy policy available at www.HeadCount.org/privacy-policy/. Should entrant register to vote, their information will be shared, as noted on the user interface, with the individual state election board in entrant’s home state, and also be added to databases of registered voters used exclusively for non-profit purposes and the purpose of encouraging voter turnout.
Winners List. A winners list is available only within sixty (60) days after the end of the Entry Period. To receive a copy of the winners list, mail a request to Democracy Check Up with Trixie Mattel Sweepstakes Winners List, 104 W. 29th Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10001, Attention: Digital Marketing Department. In order to obtain a winner’s list, where permitted by law, send your written request and a self-addressed, stamped envelope (residents of VT and WA may omit return postage).
Intellectual Property Ownership; Access to Sweepstakes Website. You acknowledge and agree that the Sweepstakes Website and all content thereof, and all the intellectual property rights, including copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets therein, are owned by Sponsor or its licensors. Neither these Official Rules (nor your access to the Sweepstakes Website) transfers to you or any third party any rights, title or interest in or to such intellectual property rights, except for the limited, non-exclusive right to access the Sweepstakes Website for your own personal, noncommercial use. Sponsor and its suppliers reserve all rights not granted in these Official Rules. There are no implied licenses granted under these Official Rules.
All trademarks, logos and service marks (“Marks”) displayed on the Sweepstakes Website are Sponsor’s property or the property of other third parties. You are not permitted to use these Marks without Sponsor’s prior written consent or the consent of such third party which may own the Marks.
OFFICIAL SWEEPSTAKES RULES: Democracy Check Up with Wilco
BY ENTERING THIS SWEEPSTAKES, YOU AGREE TO THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS.
NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
OPEN TO ELIGIBLE LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES AND DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (EXCEPT FOR THOSE RESIDING IN MISSISSIPPI OR OREGON), WHO, AS OF THE TIME OF ENTRY, ARE AT LEAST 18 years of age.
VOID IN OREGON, MISSISSIPPI AND ALL JURISDICTIONS OTHER THAN THOSE STATED ABOVE AND WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.
Introduction. A prize of one (1) set of posters signed by Wilco, will be awarded to one (1) winner.
Sponsor. HeadCount, Inc., 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001 (“Sponsor”)
The Democracy Check Up with Wilco (“Sweepstakes”) is in no way authorized, sponsored, endorsed, approved, or administered by or offered in association with, Wilco. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding the Sweepstakes is to be directed to Sponsor, at the address above, and not any other party.
This Sweepstakes is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram. You understand that you are providing your information to Sponsor and not to Instagram. You agree to release Instagram from all claims arising out of, or in connection with, this Sweepstakes. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding this Sweepstakes should be directed to Sponsor and not to Instagram.
Timing. The Sweepstakes will begin at 9 AM EST, 4/27/25 and run until 11:59 PM EST, 8/20/25 (the “Entry Period”). Sponsor’s computer is the official time keeping device for the Sweepstakes.
Eligibility. The Sweepstakes is open only to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia (except for those residing in Mississippi and Oregon), who, as of the time of entry, are at least 18 years of age. Void in Mississippi, Oregon, and all other jurisdictions other than those stated above and where prohibited or restricted by law. Employees, officers, directors, contractors, and representatives of Sponsor, Wilco, and their respective corporate parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, agents, and any other entity involved in the development or administration of the Sweepstakes (collectively, with Sponsor Wilco, the “Sweepstakes Entities”) as well as the immediate family (defined as spouse, parents, children, siblings, grandparents, and “steps” of each) and household members of each, whether or not related, are not eligible to enter or win the Sweepstakes. By participating, you agree to abide by these official rules (the “Official Rules”) and the decisions of Sponsor in all matters relating to the Sweepstakes, which are final and binding in all respects. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Sponsor’s volunteers are eligible to enter the Sweepstakes.
How to Enter. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY AND NO ENTRY FEE, PAYMENT OR PROOF OF PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE.
Taking civic actions, such as verifying your voter registration status, registering to vote, or requesting a mail in ballot, is NOT required for entry. Having a valid voter registration status or being eligible to register to vote is NOT required for entry.
There are two (2) ways to enter the Sweepstakes:
(1) INTERNET (You may receive a Maximum of one (1) per this method of entry:
- Earn one (1) entry by visiting the Sweepstakes Website on a web browser and completing and submitting the form provided on the Sweepstakes Website during the Entry Period.
(2) MAIL:
- Mail a 3 ½” x 5” card with your full name, complete valid postal address (including zip code), date of birth, telephone number, valid e-mail address, and the words “Democracy Check Up with Wilco Entry” legibly, hand printed in a #10 envelope with proper postage affixed to: 104 West 29th Street 11th Floor NYC 10001, ATTN: Democracy Check Up with Wilco. You will receive one (1) entry for each completed eligible mail-in entry received (maximum one (1) entry per stamped outer mailing envelope). Mail-in entries must be postmarked by the last day of the Entry Period and received by 8/25/25 (“Mail-in Entry Deadline”). Postcards not received by the Mail-in Entry Deadline will be disqualified. Proof of mailing does not constitute proof of delivery. The Sweepstakes Entities assume no responsibility for lost, late, incomplete, stolen, misdirected, mutilated, illegible or postage-due entries or mail, all of which will be void. No mechanically reproduced entries permitted. Illegible/incomplete entries are void. All entries become the property of Sponsor, and none will be acknowledged or returned.
You can earn a maximum of one (1) entry in the Sweepstakes, regardless of the method of entry.
The submission of an entry is solely the responsibility of the entrant. Only eligible entries actually postmarked/received by the deadlines specified in these Official Rules will be included in the Prize drawing. Any automated receipt does not constitute proof of actual receipt by Sponsor of an entry for purposes of these Official Rules.
Compliance with the entry requirements will be determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Entries that violate these entry requirements will be disqualified from the Sweepstakes.
Odds of Winning: Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received.
Prize. One (1) winner (the “Winner”) will win the following (the “Prize”): one (1) set of posters signed by Wilco with an approximate retail value of[$500 (USD).
The total ARV of all Prizes offered in this Sweepstakes is $500 (USD).
Winners are subject to verification, including verification of age and residency. The right to receive a Prize is neither transferable or assignable. No cash of other prize substitutions will be available, except at the sole discretion of Sponsor, who reserves the right to award a prize of equal or greater financial value if any advertised Prize (or any component thereof) becomes unavailable. Prize does not include any other item or expense not specifically described in these Official Rules.
As a condition of receiving the prize, the winner must provide Sponsor with a valid mailing address. Sponsor will pay for the cost of delivering the prize to the winner within the United States. The method of shipping and the carrier will be determined in the sole discretion of Sponsor. Sponsor is not responsible for any prizes that are lost, stolen, undeliverable or returned.
The various elements of the Prize will be as arranged by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to change the dates of travel. Sponsor will notify Winner in the event of a change in itinerary.
It is the responsibility of the Winner to obtain and possess all required documents. Sponsor has no responsibility for occurrences beyond its control. No refund or compensation will be made. Sponsor has no responsibility for the winner’s inability or failure to accept or use any part of the Prize as described herein. If the Winner is unable to use the Prize during the time period determined by Sponsor, the Winner forfeits the Prize in its entirety and if time permits, Sponsor will select a substitute winner at random from among all remaining eligible entries. If the Winner is disqualified and there is no time to reasonably select a substitute winner, Sponsor reserves the right not to select a substitute winner and to retain the related Prize. In case of prize forfeiture, no further compensation is due to winner from Sponsor. Winner is responsible for obtaining all other forms of insurance at their option and hereby acknowledges that Sponsor has not and will not obtain or provide any form of insurance. Sponsor is not liable for any travel canceled or Prizes forfeited due to a force majeure event (including without limitation, events related to the propagation of the COVID-19 virus).
WINNER AGREES TO ACCEPT THE PRIZE “AS IS”, AND YOU HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES HAVE NEITHER MADE NOR ARE IN ANY MANNER RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR GUARANTEE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN FACT OR IN LAW, RELATIVE TO THE PRIZE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO (A) ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED EXCLUSIVELY BY A PRIZE SUPPLIER THAT ARE SENT ALONG WITH THE PRIZE OR (B) THEIR QUALITY OR MECHANIC CONDITIONS. SPONSOR HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NONINFRINGEMENT
Winner is solely responsible for all federal, state, local, or other applicable taxes associated with the acceptance and use of a Prize. All costs and expenses associated with Prize acceptance and use not specifically provided herein are the responsibility of each winner.
The winner agrees and acknowledges that Sponsor may be required to withhold and remit a portion of prize value to comply with applicable tax laws. The winner also agrees to provide Sponsor with a valid social security number or any other information Sponsor may require in connection with applicable tax reporting or withholding requirements or other laws or regulations.
Winner Selection and Notification. On or about 8/26/25, one (1) Winner will be selected from all eligible entries received via a random drawing administered electronically at the offices of HeadCount - 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001. Sponsor will notify Winner by email via the email address submitted with their Sweepstakes entry. Entrant must be the authorized account holder of the e-mail address used in connection with the entry. The “authorized account holder” is defined as the natural person to whom the e-mail address is assigned by an internet service provider, online service provider or other organization (e.g., business, educational institution, etc.) that is responsible for assigning e-mail addresses for the domain associated with the submitted e-mail address. In the event of a discrepancy between the identity of the authorized account holder, the “winner,” and the entrant, Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to determine whether the entry is valid or to declare the entry invalid and select an alternate winner or not award the unclaimed prize.
Winner is subject to verification of eligibility, including verification of age and residency.
Winner may be required to complete, sign, notarize and return an affidavit of eligibility/liability release and a publicity release, all of which must be properly executed and returned within three (3) days of issuance of Prize notification. If a Winner (i) is determined to be ineligible or otherwise disqualified by Sponsor, (ii) fails to respond to Sponsor’s selection email or text within forty-eight (48) hours of such email or text, or (iii) fails to timely provide any information requested by Sponsor (e.g., information needed by Sponsor to deliver the prize) or timely execute and return any documents required by Sponsor, the Winner will be disqualified and forfeits all interest in the Prize in its entirety. If the winner is disqualified, Sponsor reserves the right to select a substitute Winner based upon a random drawing from among all other eligible entries received or not award the unclaimed prize.
Publicity. Except where prohibited by law or regulation, by accepting a Prize, the Winner hereby grants the Sponsor and its representatives a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive and sub-licensable right and license to distribute, publicly display and use his/her name, photograph, voice, likeness and information about the prize award, in any way, at any time, in any and all media, including without limitation, without any additional approval or consideration, in connection with the promotion and marketing of this and other sweepstakes offers and Sponsor’s mission.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY.
YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT YOU ACCESS AND USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE IS MADE AVAILABLE ON AN “AS IS” AND “WITH ALL FAULTS” BASIS, AND THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, TITLE, QUIET ENJOYMENT, ACCURACY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES MAKE NO WARRANTY THAT THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, WILL BE AVAILABLE ON AN UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE BASIS, OR WILL BE ACCURATE, RELIABLE, FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL CODE, COMPLETE, LEGAL, OR SAFE. IF APPLICABLE LAW REQUIRES ANY WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE FOREGOING EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW AND NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY CONTAINED HEREIN, YOU AGREE THAT (I) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO: (A) THE SWEEPSTAKES, (B) ANY PRIZE AWARDED, OR (C) YOUR USE OF INABILITY TO USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE (IN EACH CASE EVEN IF SPONSOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES) AND (II) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES’ LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE OFFICIAL RULES, THE SWEEPSTAKES, THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, OR ANY PRIZE WILL AT ALL TIMES BE LIMITED TO YOUR ACTUAL OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSES OF PARTICIPATION IN THE SWEEPSTAKES (IF ANY). THE EXISTENCE OF MORE THAN ONE CLAIM WILL NOT ENLARGE THIS LIMIT.
The Sweepstakes Entities assume no liability and are not responsible for, and by entering the Sweepstakes you hereby waive and release the Sweepstakes Parties from, any actions, claims, damages, losses or injuries of any kind (collectively “Claims”) arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or the receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation, Claims relating to:By participating in the Sweepstakes, you hereby waive, release and hold harmless Sweepstakes Entities from any liability, claims, actions, costs, injuries, losses or damages of any kind, directly or indirectly, whether caused by negligence or not, arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or your receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation relating to: (i) technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunctioning of any computer, mobile device, cable, network, hardware or software; (ii) the unavailability or inaccessibility of any telephone or Internet service; (iii) unauthorized human intervention, (iv) incorrect, delayed or inaccurate transmission, winner notifications, prize claims or other information or communications relating to the Sweepstakes, or the failure to capture or transmit any such information; (v) damage to any person’s computer or mobile device; or (vi) any errors in these Official Rules, winner notifications or other announcements or communications relating to the Sweepstakes. In the event of any ambiguity or error(s) in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to clarify or modify these Official Rules however it deems appropriate to correct any such ambiguity or error(s). If due to an error or for any other reason, more legitimate prize claims are received than the number of prizes stated in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to award only one (1) Prize from a random drawing from among all eligible entrants. In no event will more than the stated number of prizes (i.e. one (1) Prize) be awarded.
Sponsor reserves the right in its sole discretion to disqualify any entry or entrant from the Sweepstakes or from winning the Prize if it determines that said entrant is attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the promotion by cheating, deception, or other unfair playing practices (including the use of automated quick entry programs) or intending to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrants or any Sweepstakes Entities.
LEGAL WARNING: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT OR ANY OTHER INDIVIDUAL TO DELIBERATELY DAMAGE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, TAMPER WITH THE ENTRY PROCESS, OR OTHERWISE UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF LAW AND, SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO PURSUE ALL REMEDIES AGAINST ANY SUCH INDIVIDUAL TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
For California Residents Only: You hereby waive California Civil Code Section 1542, which states, “A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that, if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party.”
Sponsor’s Reservation of Rights. Sponsor’s failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules shall not constitute a waiver of that provision. If any provision of these Official Rules is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck, and the remaining provisions shall be enforced. If for any reason the Sweepstakes is not capable of being safely executed as planned, including, without limitation, as a result of war, natural disasters or weather events, labor strikes, acts of terrorism, pandemic infection (including without limitation, events related to the COVID-19 virus), or other force majeure event, or any infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failures or any other causes which in the opinion of and/or Sweepstakes Entities, corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity, or proper conduct and fulfillment of this Sweepstakes, Sponsor reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes. In the event of any cancellation, termination or suspension, Sponsor reserves the right to select a winner from a random drawing from among all eligible, non-suspect entries received as of the date of the termination, cancellation or suspension.
DISPUTES AND JURISDICTION: THE SWEEPSTAKES IS GOVERNED BY, AND WILL BE CONSTRUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH, THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, WITHOUT REGARD TO ITS CONFLICTS OF LAW PRINCIPLES, AND THE FORUM AND VENUE FOR ANY DISPUTE RELATING TO THE SWEEPSTAKES SHALL BE IN A FEDERAL OR STATE COURT OF COMPETENT JURISDICTION IN NEW YORK, NEW YORK. EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED, ENTRANTS AGREE THAT ANY AND ALL DISPUTES, CLAIMS AND CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR CONNECTED WITH THIS SWEEPSTAKES OR ANY PRIZE AWARDED SHALL BE RESOLVED INDIVIDUALLY, WITHOUT RESORT TO ANY FORM OF CLASS ACTION.
Privacy. Any personally identifiable information collected during an entrant’s participation in the Sweepstakes will be collected and used by Sponsor and its designees for the administration and fulfillment of the Sweepstakes and as otherwise described in these Official Rules and Sponsor’s privacy policy available at www.HeadCount.org/privacy-policy/. Should entrant register to vote, their information will be shared, as noted on the user interface, with the individual state election board in entrant’s home state, and also be added to databases of registered voters used exclusively for non-profit purposes and the purpose of encouraging voter turnout.
Winners List. A winners list is available only within sixty (60) days after the end of the Entry Period. To receive a copy of the winners list, mail a request to Democracy Check Up with Wilco Sweepstakes Winners List, 104 W. 29th Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10001, Attention: Digital Marketing Department. In order to obtain a winner’s list, where permitted by law, send your written request and a self-addressed, stamped envelope (residents of VT and WA may omit return postage).
Intellectual Property Ownership; Access to Sweepstakes Website. You acknowledge and agree that the Sweepstakes Website and all content thereof, and all the intellectual property rights, including copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets therein, are owned by Sponsor or its licensors. Neither these Official Rules (nor your access to the Sweepstakes Website) transfers to you or any third party any rights, title or interest in or to such intellectual property rights, except for the limited, non-exclusive right to access the Sweepstakes Website for your own personal, noncommercial use. Sponsor and its suppliers reserve all rights not granted in these Official Rules. There are no implied licenses granted under these Official Rules.
All trademarks, logos and service marks (“Marks”) displayed on the Sweepstakes Website are Sponsor’s property or the property of other third parties. You are not permitted to use these Marks without Sponsor’s prior written consent or the consent of such third party which may own the Marks.
OFFICIAL SWEEPSTAKES RULES: Democracy Check Up with Wallows
BY ENTERING THIS SWEEPSTAKES, YOU AGREE TO THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS.
NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
OPEN TO ELIGIBLE LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES AND DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (EXCEPT FOR THOSE RESIDING IN MISSISSIPPI OR OREGON), WHO, AS OF THE TIME OF ENTRY, ARE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD.
VOID IN OREGON, MISSISSIPPI AND ALL JURISDICTIONS OTHER THAN THOSE STATED ABOVE AND WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.
Introduction. A prize of one (1) poster signed by Wallows, will be awarded to one (1) winner.
Sponsor. HeadCount, Inc., 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001 (“Sponsor”)
The Democracy Check Up with Wallows (“Sweepstakes”) is in no way authorized, sponsored, endorsed, approved, or administered by or offered in association with, Wallows. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding the Sweepstakes is to be directed to Sponsor, at the address above, and not any other party.
This Sweepstakes is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram. You understand that you are providing your information to Sponsor and not to Instagram. You agree to release Instagram from all claims arising out of, or in connection with, this Sweepstakes. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding this Sweepstakes should be directed to Sponsor and not to Instagram.
Timing. The Sweepstakes will begin at 9 AM EST, 5/27/25 and run until 11:59 PM EST, 6/15/25 (the “Entry Period”). Sponsor’s computer is the official time keeping device for the Sweepstakes.
Eligibility. The Sweepstakes is open only to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia (except for those residing in Mississippi and Oregon), who, as of the time of entry, are at least AGE (18) years of age. Void in Mississippi, Oregon, and all other jurisdictions other than those stated above and where prohibited or restricted by law. Employees, officers, directors, contractors, and representatives of Sponsor, Wallows, and their respective corporate parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, agents, and any other entity involved in the development or administration of the Sweepstakes (collectively, with Sponsor Wallows, the “Sweepstakes Entities”) as well as the immediate family (defined as spouse, parents, children, siblings, grandparents, and “steps” of each) and household members of each, whether or not related, are not eligible to enter or win the Sweepstakes. By participating, you agree to abide by these official rules (the “Official Rules”) and the decisions of Sponsor in all matters relating to the Sweepstakes, which are final and binding in all respects. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Sponsor’s volunteers are eligible to enter the Sweepstakes.
How to Enter. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY AND NO ENTRY FEE, PAYMENT OR PROOF OF PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE.
Taking civic actions, such as verifying your voter registration status, registering to vote, or requesting a mail in ballot, is NOT required for entry. Having a valid voter registration status or being eligible to register to vote is NOT required for entry.
There are two (2) ways to enter the Sweepstakes:
(1) INTERNET (You may receive a Maximum of one (1) per this method of entry:
- Earn one (1) entry by visiting the Sweepstakes Website on a web browser and completing and submitting the form provided on the Sweepstakes Website during the Entry Period.
(2) MAIL:
- Mail a 3 ½” x 5” card with your full name, complete valid postal address (including zip code), date of birth, telephone number, valid e-mail address, and the words “Democracy Check Up with Wallows Entry” legibly, hand printed in a #10 envelope with proper postage affixed to: 104 West 29th Street 11th Floor NYC 10001, ATTN: Democracy Check Up with Wallows. You will receive one (1) entry for each completed eligible mail-in entry received (maximum one (1) entry per stamped outer mailing envelope). Mail-in entries must be postmarked by the last day of the Entry Period and received by 6/18/25 (“Mail-in Entry Deadline”). Postcards not received by the Mail-in Entry Deadline will be disqualified. Proof of mailing does not constitute proof of delivery. The Sweepstakes Entities assume no responsibility for lost, late, incomplete, stolen, misdirected, mutilated, illegible or postage-due entries or mail, all of which will be void. No mechanically reproduced entries permitted. Illegible/incomplete entries are void. All entries become the property of Sponsor, and none will be acknowledged or returned.
You can earn a maximum of one (1) entry in the Sweepstakes, regardless of the method of entry.
The submission of an entry is solely the responsibility of the entrant. Only eligible entries actually postmarked/received by the deadlines specified in these Official Rules will be included in the Prize drawing. Any automated receipt does not constitute proof of actual receipt by Sponsor of an entry for purposes of these Official Rules.
Compliance with the entry requirements will be determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Entries that violate these entry requirements will be disqualified from the Sweepstakes.
Odds of Winning: Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received.
Prize. One (1) winner (the “Winner”) will win the following (the “Prize”): one (1) poster signed by Wallows with an approximate retail value of $250 (USD).
The total ARV of all Prizes offered in this Sweepstakes is $250 (USD).
Winners are subject to verification, including verification of age and residency. The right to receive a Prize is neither transferable or assignable. No cash of other prize substitutions will be available, except at the sole discretion of Sponsor, who reserves the right to award a prize of equal or greater financial value if any advertised Prize (or any component thereof) becomes unavailable. Prize does not include any other item or expense not specifically described in these Official Rules.
As a condition of receiving the prize, the winner must provide Sponsor with a valid mailing address. Sponsor will pay for the cost of delivering the prize to the winner within the United States. The method of shipping and the carrier will be determined in the sole discretion of Sponsor. Sponsor is not responsible for any prizes that are lost, stolen, undeliverable or returned.
The various elements of the Prize will be as arranged by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to change the dates of travel. Sponsor will notify Winner in the event of a change in itinerary.
It is the responsibility of the Winner to obtain and possess all required documents. Sponsor has no responsibility for occurrences beyond its control. No refund or compensation will be made. Sponsor has no responsibility for the winner’s inability or failure to accept or use any part of the Prize as described herein. If the Winner is unable to use the Prize during the time period determined by Sponsor, the Winner forfeits the Prize in its entirety and if time permits, Sponsor will select a substitute winner at random from among all remaining eligible entries. If the Winner is disqualified and there is no time to reasonably select a substitute winner, Sponsor reserves the right not to select a substitute winner and to retain the related Prize. In case of prize forfeiture, no further compensation is due to winner from Sponsor. Winner is responsible for obtaining all other forms of insurance at their option and hereby acknowledges that Sponsor has not and will not obtain or provide any form of insurance. Sponsor is not liable for any travel canceled or Prizes forfeited due to a force majeure event (including without limitation, events related to the propagation of the COVID-19 virus).
WINNER AGREES TO ACCEPT THE PRIZE “AS IS”, AND YOU HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES HAVE NEITHER MADE NOR ARE IN ANY MANNER RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR GUARANTEE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN FACT OR IN LAW, RELATIVE TO THE PRIZE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO (A) ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED EXCLUSIVELY BY A PRIZE SUPPLIER THAT ARE SENT ALONG WITH THE PRIZE OR (B) THEIR QUALITY OR MECHANIC CONDITIONS. SPONSOR HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NONINFRINGEMENT
Winner is solely responsible for all federal, state, local, or other applicable taxes associated with the acceptance and use of a Prize. All costs and expenses associated with Prize acceptance and use not specifically provided herein are the responsibility of each winner.
The winner agrees and acknowledges that Sponsor may be required to withhold and remit a portion of prize value to comply with applicable tax laws. The winner also agrees to provide Sponsor with a valid social security number or any other information Sponsor may require in connection with applicable tax reporting or withholding requirements or other laws or regulations.
Winner Selection and Notification. On or about 6/19/25, one (1) Winner will be selected from all eligible entries received via a random drawing administered electronically at the offices of HeadCount - 104 West 29th Street, NY, NY, 10001. Sponsor will notify Winner by email via the email address submitted with their Sweepstakes entry. Entrant must be the authorized account holder of the e-mail address used in connection with the entry. The “authorized account holder” is defined as the natural person to whom the e-mail address is assigned by an internet service provider, online service provider or other organization (e.g., business, educational institution, etc.) that is responsible for assigning e-mail addresses for the domain associated with the submitted e-mail address. In the event of a discrepancy between the identity of the authorized account holder, the “winner,” and the entrant, Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to determine whether the entry is valid or to declare the entry invalid and select an alternate winner or not award the unclaimed prize.
Winner is subject to verification of eligibility, including verification of age and residency.
Winner may be required to complete, sign, notarize and return an affidavit of eligibility/liability release and a publicity release, all of which must be properly executed and returned within three (3) days of issuance of Prize notification. If a Winner (i) is determined to be ineligible or otherwise disqualified by Sponsor, (ii) fails to respond to Sponsor’s selection email or text within forty-eight (48) hours of such email or text, or (iii) fails to timely provide any information requested by Sponsor (e.g., information needed by Sponsor to deliver the prize) or timely execute and return any documents required by Sponsor, the Winner will be disqualified and forfeits all interest in the Prize in its entirety. If the winner is disqualified, Sponsor reserves the right to select a substitute Winner based upon a random drawing from among all other eligible entries received or not award the unclaimed prize.
Publicity. Except where prohibited by law or regulation, by accepting a Prize, the Winner hereby grants the Sponsor and its representatives a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive and sub-licensable right and license to distribute, publicly display and use his/her name, photograph, voice, likeness and information about the prize award, in any way, at any time, in any and all media, including without limitation, without any additional approval or consideration, in connection with the promotion and marketing of this and other sweepstakes offers and Sponsor’s mission.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY.
YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT YOU ACCESS AND USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE IS MADE AVAILABLE ON AN “AS IS” AND “WITH ALL FAULTS” BASIS, AND THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, TITLE, QUIET ENJOYMENT, ACCURACY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES MAKE NO WARRANTY THAT THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, WILL BE AVAILABLE ON AN UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE BASIS, OR WILL BE ACCURATE, RELIABLE, FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL CODE, COMPLETE, LEGAL, OR SAFE. IF APPLICABLE LAW REQUIRES ANY WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE FOREGOING EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW AND NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY CONTAINED HEREIN, YOU AGREE THAT (I) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO: (A) THE SWEEPSTAKES, (B) ANY PRIZE AWARDED, OR (C) YOUR USE OF INABILITY TO USE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE (IN EACH CASE EVEN IF SPONSOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES) AND (II) THE SWEEPSTAKES ENTITIES’ LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE OFFICIAL RULES, THE SWEEPSTAKES, THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, OR ANY PRIZE WILL AT ALL TIMES BE LIMITED TO YOUR ACTUAL OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSES OF PARTICIPATION IN THE SWEEPSTAKES (IF ANY). THE EXISTENCE OF MORE THAN ONE CLAIM WILL NOT ENLARGE THIS LIMIT.
The Sweepstakes Entities assume no liability and are not responsible for, and by entering the Sweepstakes you hereby waive and release the Sweepstakes Parties from, any actions, claims, damages, losses or injuries of any kind (collectively “Claims”) arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or the receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation, Claims relating to:By participating in the Sweepstakes, you hereby waive, release and hold harmless Sweepstakes Entities from any liability, claims, actions, costs, injuries, losses or damages of any kind, directly or indirectly, whether caused by negligence or not, arising in connection with the Sweepstakes and/or your receipt, use or misuse of any prize, including without limitation relating to: (i) technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunctioning of any computer, mobile device, cable, network, hardware or software; (ii) the unavailability or inaccessibility of any telephone or Internet service; (iii) unauthorized human intervention, (iv) incorrect, delayed or inaccurate transmission, winner notifications, prize claims or other information or communications relating to the Sweepstakes, or the failure to capture or transmit any such information; (v) damage to any person’s computer or mobile device; or (vi) any errors in these Official Rules, winner notifications or other announcements or communications relating to the Sweepstakes. In the event of any ambiguity or error(s) in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to clarify or modify these Official Rules however it deems appropriate to correct any such ambiguity or error(s). If due to an error or for any other reason, more legitimate prize claims are received than the number of prizes stated in these Official Rules, Sponsor reserves the right to award only one (1) Prize from a random drawing from among all eligible entrants. In no event will more than the stated number of prizes (i.e. one (1) Prize) be awarded.
Sponsor reserves the right in its sole discretion to disqualify any entry or entrant from the Sweepstakes or from winning the Prize if it determines that said entrant is attempting to undermine the legitimate operation of the promotion by cheating, deception, or other unfair playing practices (including the use of automated quick entry programs) or intending to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrants or any Sweepstakes Entities.
LEGAL WARNING: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT OR ANY OTHER INDIVIDUAL TO DELIBERATELY DAMAGE THE SWEEPSTAKES WEBSITE, TAMPER WITH THE ENTRY PROCESS, OR OTHERWISE UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES MAY BE A VIOLATION OF LAW AND, SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO PURSUE ALL REMEDIES AGAINST ANY SUCH INDIVIDUAL TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
For California Residents Only: You hereby waive California Civil Code Section 1542, which states, “A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that, if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party.”
Sponsor’s Reservation of Rights. Sponsor’s failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules shall not constitute a waiver of that provision. If any provision of these Official Rules is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck, and the remaining provisions shall be enforced. If for any reason the Sweepstakes is not capable of being safely executed as planned, including, without limitation, as a result of war, natural disasters or weather events, labor strikes, acts of terrorism, pandemic infection (including without limitation, events related to the COVID-19 virus), or other force majeure event, or any infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failures or any other causes which in the opinion of and/or Sweepstakes Entities, corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity, or proper conduct and fulfillment of this Sweepstakes, Sponsor reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes. In the event of any cancellation, termination or suspension, Sponsor reserves the right to select a winner from a random drawing from among all eligible, non-suspect entries received as of the date of the termination, cancellation or suspension.
DISPUTES AND JURISDICTION: THE SWEEPSTAKES IS GOVERNED BY, AND WILL BE CONSTRUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH, THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, WITHOUT REGARD TO ITS CONFLICTS OF LAW PRINCIPLES, AND THE FORUM AND VENUE FOR ANY DISPUTE RELATING TO THE SWEEPSTAKES SHALL BE IN A FEDERAL OR STATE COURT OF COMPETENT JURISDICTION IN NEW YORK, NEW YORK. EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED, ENTRANTS AGREE THAT ANY AND ALL DISPUTES, CLAIMS AND CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR CONNECTED WITH THIS SWEEPSTAKES OR ANY PRIZE AWARDED SHALL BE RESOLVED INDIVIDUALLY, WITHOUT RESORT TO ANY FORM OF CLASS ACTION.
Privacy. Any personally identifiable information collected during an entrant’s participation in the Sweepstakes will be collected and used by Sponsor and its designees for the administration and fulfillment of the Sweepstakes and as otherwise described in these Official Rules and Sponsor’s privacy policy available at www.HeadCount.org/privacy-policy/. Should entrant register to vote, their information will be shared, as noted on the user interface, with the individual state election board in entrant’s home state, and also be added to databases of registered voters used exclusively for non-profit purposes and the purpose of encouraging voter turnout.
Winners List. A winners list is available only within sixty (60) days after the end of the Entry Period. To receive a copy of the winners list, mail a request to Democracy Check Up with Wallows Sweepstakes Winners List, 104 W. 29th Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10001, Attention: Digital Marketing Department. In order to obtain a winner’s list, where permitted by law, send your written request and a self-addressed, stamped envelope (residents of VT and WA may omit return postage).
Intellectual Property Ownership; Access to Sweepstakes Website. You acknowledge and agree that the Sweepstakes Website and all content thereof, and all the intellectual property rights, including copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets therein, are owned by Sponsor or its licensors. Neither these Official Rules (nor your access to the Sweepstakes Website) transfers to you or any third party any rights, title or interest in or to such intellectual property rights, except for the limited, non-exclusive right to access the Sweepstakes Website for your own personal, noncommercial use. Sponsor and its suppliers reserve all rights not granted in these Official Rules. There are no implied licenses granted under these Official Rules.
All trademarks, logos and service marks (“Marks”) displayed on the Sweepstakes Website are Sponsor’s property or the property of other third parties. You are not permitted to use these Marks without Sponsor’s prior written consent or the consent of such third party which may own the Marks.
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