2012 MUSTANG DREAM GIVEAWAY FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is it legal for me to enter the 2012 Mustang Dream Giveaway?
This drawing is open to legal U.S. and Canadian residents (except Quebec) and to residents of other countries and U.S. territories and possessions only where offered and permitted by law. You must be 18 years of age or older. Entrants are required to review the giveaway Official Rules and are responsible for compliance with all laws.
What is included in the Mustang Dream Giveaway Grand-Prize?
One (1) Grand-Prize will be awarded. The 2012 MDG Grand-Prize consists of a Museum Quality 1967 Shelby GT500 and a Supercharged 2012 Shelby GT500 plus $50,000 Cash to be used for Winner's federal tax withholding requirement as a result of winning the Grand-Prize package; (approximate retail value of the Grand-Prize including the cash award is $200,000)
How does the $50,000 for taxes work?
IRS withholding regulations requires the winner to pay 25% of the value of the Grand-Prize, which includes the grand-prize package and the cash for taxes. The Charity realizes that the withholding requirement would prevent many of us from being able to accept the prize and therefore has agreed to fund $50,000 toward the winner's withholding requirement for federal income tax.
Will I owe additional taxes besides the $50,000 paid toward my withholding requirement paid by the Charity for me?
The amount of income tax owed will vary depending on your personal income tax bracket for the year in which the grand prize package is received. The $50,000 paid by the Charity toward your withholding requirement may or may not fulfill the federal income tax due. There could be additional state and local taxes, depending on where you live.
Is my ticket purchase tax-deductible?
Yes, your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
I did not receive the e-mail containing my tickets, what should I do?
If you have not received an e-mail containing your ticket numbers, please check your spam and junk mail folders. If you are unable to locate the e-mail, if you have created a Dream Giveaway My Account, please login on the "My Account" page to view your purchase history and re-print your ticket certificate if desired. Please verify and correct your e-mail address if needed. If you are unsuccessful, please use the "Contact Us" page to request additional assistance or call 727-536-2777.
Do you accept entries from outside the United States?
We have received entries from all over the world. The giveaway is void where prohibited by law. You should consult your local authorities to determine the rules for your specific location. Thank you for your interest and good luck.
How many tickets will be sold?
There is no limit to the number of entries. The more tickets an entrant has the greater the odds of winning. Good luck!
How do I obtain a Free Entry?
The procedures for obtaining a Free Entry are outlined in the Official Rules.
What is the Security Code and why is it required when I enter my credit card information?
The Security Code is a three or four-digit code that provides an extra measure of security against credit card fraud. It is required for non-face-to-face transactions such as Internet and mail orders. This code is printed in reverse italics on the back of the credit card following the full account number, near the signature panel.
Why do postage and handling charges apply to mailed tickets?
The preferred ticket delivery method is e-mail, as it is faster and more cost efficient. If you prefer to have your ticket purchase mailed via United States Postal Service, we must pass along a small postage and handling charge. This allows us to keep the ticket prices affordable for all entrants.
Are my tickets transferable?
No.
Why don't I get ticket stubs or individually printed tickets?
Our system does not produce individual tickets or stubs as the drawing will be conducted electronically. You should receive two e-mails. One contains your official tickets for the drawing, listing the ticket number range.The second serves as your receipt for the ticket purchase.
What is your ticket refund policy?
All requests for refunds on credit card orders will be honored for the duration of the event. Simply use the "Contact Us" form on our website or call customer service at 727-536-2777 to request a refund. You'll receive a confirmation of the credit card refund and your ticket numbers will be canceled promptly. Refunds will not be granted for ticket entrants after June 15, 2012.
What percentage of the money raised goes to the cause?
WorldCause Foundation, federal ID # 27-3483161, a 501(c) (3) charitable organization, maintains care, custody and control of all donations received in connection with the Mustang Dream Giveaway. Your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. A substantial portion of donation revenue is used for costs to produce the giveaway including, but not limited to, purchase of the prize, federal taxes paid on behalf of the winner, marketing and media promotion, licensing fees and other costs associated with national exposure of this fundraising initiative, which include mailings, media buys, magazine ads, printing, postage, credit card processing fees and other costs. After costs are paid, all surplus funds are available to WorldCause Foundation to help the foundation fulfill its charitable mission.
What is value of the Grand-Prize?
The retail value of the Grand-Prize is approximately $200,000