Question 1

How much does sweepstakes administration cost?

Accepted Answer

Packages start at $2,000, with custom pricing for larger or more complex promotions. Final quotes depend on mechanic complexity, channels, prizing, and fulfillment depth.

Question 2

What is included in the starter package?

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Starter packages typically cover consultation, rules support, core winner workflows, and coordination for basic fulfillment.

Question 3

Do you charge hidden fees?

Accepted Answer

CFA focuses on transparent scopes of work. Complex registrations, bonds, or fulfillment can be quoted separately based on your promotion.

Question 4

Can agencies get partner pricing?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Agencies running multiple programs or white-label partnerships should contact CFA for a tailored estimate.

Question 5

What drives the total quote?

Accepted Answer

Scope usually reflects mechanic complexity, number of prizes and winners, channels (digital, retail, social), judging or moderation needs, registration or bonding support, timeline pressure, and fulfillment depth. Share those details and CFA maps them to a clear estimate.

Question 6

Do we need a long-term contract?

Accepted Answer

Many programs run as scoped engagements per promotion. Recurring retail or seasonal calendars can be structured with multi-program arrangements once workflows are proven.

Question 7

Can we start with a smaller scope and expand later?

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Yes — kickoff can focus on rules support and winner workflows, then add registrations, bonds, or fulfillment coordination when priorities clarify. Changes are documented so budgets stay predictable.

Question 8

How does billing typically work?

Accepted Answer

Billing aligns with the agreed scope and milestones (often deposit plus balance tied to launch or deliverables). CFA outlines payment timing before work begins so finance teams can plan.

Question 9

Do sweepstakes need official rules?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Official rules define eligibility, timing and geography, how to enter, prize descriptions and approximate retail values, odds or judging criteria, winner verification, and dispute handling. Rules should match landing pages, ads, and retail copy.

Question 10

Who registers promotions by state?

Accepted Answer

Requirements vary by mechanic and jurisdiction. CFA supports registrations, bonds, and disclosures aligned with your counsel’s guidance.

Question 11

How do contests differ from sweepstakes?

Accepted Answer

Contests generally involve judged or skill-based criteria, while sweepstakes are typically random-draw promotions with distinct disclosure requirements.

Question 12

What is an alternate method of entry (AMOE)?

Accepted Answer

When a promotion ties entry to a purchase or other consideration, many structures require a free alternate method of entry with equal dignity — often mail or an online free-entry path — spelled out in official rules. Mechanics must match counsel-reviewed language.

Question 13

Will our promotion need bonding or state registration?

Accepted Answer

Bonding and registration thresholds depend on prize value, geography, and promotion structure — there is no one-size answer. CFA coordinates filings and documentation alongside guidance from your legal team.

Question 14

Can we limit eligibility by state or country?

Accepted Answer

Geographic eligibility is common but must be stated clearly in rules and marketing. Cross-border programs add complexity (privacy, language, local promotion law). CFA helps operationalize what counsel approves.

Question 15

Who writes or approves our official rules?

Accepted Answer

Rules must reflect sponsor decisions and legal review. CFA drafts administrator-ready rules language from approved specs and revises as mechanics evolve — final legal signoff stays with sponsor counsel.

Question 16

How fast can you launch a sweepstakes or contest?

Accepted Answer

Timing depends on mechanic complexity, prizing, registrations or bonding needs, and creative readiness. Simple programs can move quickly once objectives, rules inputs, and assets are confirmed; layered retail or social programs typically need more runway.

Question 17

What does kickoff look like?

Accepted Answer

Kickoff covers objectives, channels, prize inventory, timelines, and compliance checkpoints so execution stays predictable.

Question 18

What do you need from us to get started?

Accepted Answer

Useful inputs include objectives and KPIs, channels and landing URLs, prize list with approximate values, creative drafts or timelines, internal legal contact, and any retailer or partner requirements. Missing pieces surface fast so nothing blocks launch.

Question 19

How are mid-flight changes handled?

Accepted Answer

Material changes (prizes, dates, eligibility, channels) usually require rule amendments and updated disclosures. CFA coordinates versioning, winner communications if needed, and administrator logs so the record stays clean.

Question 20

What reporting do we get when the program ends?

Accepted Answer

Deliverables depend on scope — often participation summaries, winner documentation status, fulfillment notes, and lessons learned for the next activation. Ask during scoping if stakeholders need a sponsor-ready recap deck.

Question 21

Can CFA work directly with our legal counsel?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Many sponsors introduce CFA to counsel early so rules, registrations, and operational assumptions align before entries open.

Question 22

What does a sweepstakes marketing and management company do?

Accepted Answer

It is a B2B partner that helps brands plan and run compliant promotions — usually sweepstakes (random drawings), contests (judged or criteria-based entries), and promotional games such as instant win. Work typically spans rules and disclosures, eligibility and drawings, winner validation and outreach, and often fulfillment coordination. CFA Promo has administered 1,500+ promotions for 500+ businesses. For formats, hosting choices, compliance basics, and service checklist, use the guide linked above the FAQ categories on this page.

Question 23

Can CFA Promo handle fulfillment too?

Accepted Answer

Yes. CFA Promo can support prize sourcing, packing, winner communication, and shipping.

Question 24

Can you support instant win games?

Accepted Answer

Yes. CFA helps align mechanics, inventory, rules support, and winner validation for instant win experiences.

Question 25

Do you support social sweepstakes and hashtag promotions?

Accepted Answer

Yes — program design still needs official rules, eligibility disclosures, and platform-compliant posting patterns. CFA aligns mechanics and moderation with each network’s promotional policies alongside sponsor counsel.

Question 26

Can you run contests with photo or video submissions?

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Yes. Expect judging criteria, rights grants, moderation queues, and tie-break language in rules. CFA supports judging workflows and finalist logistics defined in approved rules.

Question 27

Do you handle winner affidavits, releases, and tax paperwork?

Accepted Answer

Winner packets typically include eligibility confirmations and releases; tax forms apply when thresholds require reporting. CFA coordinates execution consistent with official rules and sponsor counsel.

Question 28

What if we need to extend dates or cancel a promotion?

Accepted Answer

Extensions or cancellations follow approved rule language and sponsor decisions. CFA helps communicate changes, adjust drawings or judging timelines, and document amendments so records stay audit-friendly.

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