mail-in giveaway supplies you’ll need to get started
If you want to try to win sweepstakes by mail, it’s a good idea to put together a kit with all the supplies you need in one place. this will help you get in faster, without having to search your house for lost items. The top 10 items you’ll want to have in your sweep kit include:
envelopes
Many mail-in sweepstakes require entrants to send their entries in envelopes. the most frequently requested size is the #10 envelope, also known as a business size envelope. it’s a good idea to have a large supply on hand before you start.
postcards
Another common entry method for mail-in sweepstakes is to write your information on a postcard and mail it in. a good supply of postcards will ensure that you never run out of staff when you come across a big giveaway.
3×5 tiles
Many mail-in sweepstakes ask you to write your entry information on an index card and place the card in an envelope before mailing it. To save time, you can write index cards with your name, address, and other input information in advance.
Along with your index cards, you may also want to keep a stack of paper cut to measure 3×5 inches. while many sweeps request 3×5 cards, others request entry on 3×5 paper, and may disqualify you if you use the wrong type of stationery.
scissors
Scissors are very useful to have in your raffle kit. You’ll need them to remove UPC codes from boxes, decorate your envelopes, and cut paper to size for input forms.
seals
Each mail entry you submit will require a stamp. It’s a good idea to get a roll of self-adhesive stamps, which will save you time and a sticky tongue. forever stamps protect you from rising postal costs.
pens
It’s a good idea to fill out your entry forms and address your envelopes with pens because they’re less likely to get smudged and smudged. if your entry is not legible, you will be disqualified.
It’s also a good idea to use blue ink to ensure you won’t be mistakenly disqualified if a sponsor thinks they’ve printed your entry.
Keep some pretty pens in your raffle kit so you don’t have to search for them all the time.
envelope decorating supplies
Many people like to decorate their envelopes, for fun and in the hope of improving their chances of winning. permanent markers and cheerful stickers will brighten up your raffle entries, help your envelopes stand out, and add more fun to your entries.
a rule
a ruler is useful to verify that you have the correct size for your registration form. it can also help you cut straight lines if you need to reduce the paper size.
sender tags
Although most sweepstakes require you to fill in the entry information by hand, you can often use labels for your return address. You don’t want to leave the return address blank because some companies will disqualify entries without it. not having to fill in your address on each envelope will save you a good amount of time.
small sponges
Keep a couple of small sponges handy and moisten them slightly to help seal the envelopes. You can save money by not needing the self-sealing envelopes and avoiding painful paper cuts on the tongue.
a sturdy container
A sturdy plastic box with a lid or other portable container helps you keep all your supplies in one place. Avoid the clutter and make finding your raffle kit a breeze.