Sweepstakes Frequently Asked Questions

Direct mail sweepstakes offer consumers an opportunity to win money and prizes in return for opening an envelope and returning the entry form.


Before you respond to any sweepstakes, you should know that you need to enter to be eligible to win; that you are not required to make a gift or a purchase; and that making a gift or a purchase will not improve your chances to win.


This web site was created to help you learn more about this charity-sponsored sweepstakes.

Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is a sweepstakes?

    A sweepstakes is an advertising, fundraising, or promotional device by which prizes (merchandise or cash) are awarded to participating consumers on the basis of chance, with no purchase, contribution, or entry fee required to win. More specifically, this sweepstakes is for the purpose of raising funds for the charity sponsor – and to raise awareness of the valuable work being done by this non-profit organization.

  • Have I won?

    You have not yet won. Your chances of winning depend upon the number of sweepstakes promotional letters mailed. Your odds of winning are stated in the Official Rules. If you send in your entry by the deadline date printed in the Official Rules, then your chance of being selected as the winner are the same as for anyone else who has submitted a qualifying entry.

  • Will making a contribution help me to win?

    Entry is free. Making a contribution will not help you to win. You should make a contribution only if you wish to help the charitable sponsor of the sweepstakes fulfill its philanthropic mission.

  • How did you get my name?

    Your name was selected for this mailing because you have previously made a gift to our charity or you have shown an interest in sweepstakes by entering another sweepstakes. You have not been selected on the basis of age, gender, race, religious preference, or household income.

  • Are the sweepstakes prizes always awarded?

    Prizes are awarded in the manner stated in the Official Rules. The Grand Prize (the largest prize offered) in this sweepstakes is awarded only if the pre-selected winner replies with a qualifying entry by the deadline date. The bonus prize is awarded each time a specific sweepstakes offer is made. The bonus prize is randomly selected, after the deadline date, from all qualifying entries. If a guaranteed prize (a small prize with a retail value of $1 – $3) is offered, it will be awarded after the deadline to all qualifying entrants.

  • Do I need to read the Official Rules?

    All lawful sweepstakes must provide Official Rules. They can tell you a lot about the sweepstakes promotion and the sponsoring charity. Read them carefully! Your entry can be disqualified if you don’t follow the rules.

  • I like to enter many charitable sweepstakes and make frequent gifts. Should I?

    The idea of winning lots of money while supporting a worthwhile cause has merit. Always remember that entry is free. Never spend more than is affordable, and never spend money that is needed elsewhere.

  • Can I get a refund after I have made a gift to a sweepstakes?

    Most charities are happy to give you a full refund of your charitable gift. Simply find the name of the sweepstakes sponsor listed in the Official Rules. A short letter or telephone call is usually sufficient to request a refund. Be sure to have accurate information regarding your mailing address so that the charity can look up your giving record and verify the amount and date of your gift. Be prepared to provide a cancelled check as proof of your gift.

  • I don't want any more mail at home. How can I take myself off the mailing list?
  • Anything else I should know?

    Remember:


    • Entry to a sweepstakes is always free. Giving is a voluntary activity.
    • Never give personal or financial information to an organization you don’t know.
    • If you are confused, get answers before responding to a sweepstakes offer.
    • Additional information about sweepstakes is available at USPS.com by clicking here.
Iceland Trip Sweepstakes – Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the Trip to Iceland Sweepstakes?

    The sweepstakes is a fundraiser for the nonprofit National Fallen Officer Foundation 1025 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036.

  • Who is responsible for running this sweepstakes?

    The nonprofit National Fallen Officer Foundation, EIN 83-0660754 is responsible for running this sweepstakes.

  • Who receives the money from my donation to enter?

    Donation/entry payments (minus transaction fees) are paid directly to the nonprofit.

  • What is the Grand Prize?

    The Grand Prize is a Trip to Iceland. The sweepstakes winner will win a Trip to Iceland or $10,000 cash. In order for the Trip to Iceland or the $10,000 prize to be awarded, a minimum of $66,000 in donations must be raised. In the event less than $66,000 is raised National Fallen Officer Foundation will award a cash prize as stated in the Rules.

  • What is the minimum amount of money that must be raised to award the Grand Prize?

    As stated in the Rules under the Prize section, in order for the Trip to Iceland or the $10,000 cash option prize to be awarded, a minimum of $66,000 in donations must be raised.

  • What is the Grand Prize if the Minimum to Award Prize is not met?

    As stated in the Rules under the Prize section, in order for the Trip to Iceland or the $10,000 prize to be awarded, a minimum of $66,000 in donations must be raised. In the event less than $66,000 is raised National Fallen Officer Foundation will award a cash prize as stated in the Rules.

  • What are the rules for this sweepstakes?

    The rules for the sweepstakes may be viewed under the Rules section of this website.

  • Who can buy an entry for this sweepstakes?

    The sweepstakes is open to anyone 18 years or older. Citizens and residents of the U.S. and any other country in which sweepstakes are legal may enter this sweepstakes. For more details on eligibility, please see the Rules. All federal, state, local laws and regulations apply.

  • How do I get entries for the sweepstakes?

    Sweepstakes Entries may be obtained in the following manner: (1) ordering online by visiting https://www.tapkat.org/national-fallen-officer-foundation/o58eWE and submitting an online entry form with a donation; (2) by mailing (postage paid) your check or money order for the appropriate entry amount along with your full name, email, phone number and address (all required to enter) to: National Fallen Officer Foundation, Attn: Sweepstakes Entries, 1025 Connecticut Ave NW, 1000, Washington , DC 20036; (3) or by requesting a sweepstakes Entry without a donation by using the method outlined in the Rules.

  • Can I enter by postal mail?

    Entrants who wish to purchase entries to enter the sweepstakes can do so by mailing (postage paid) a check or money order for the appropriate entry amount along with your full name, email, phone number and address (all required to enter) to: National Fallen Officer Foundation, Attn: Sweepstakes Entries, 1025 Connecticut Ave NW, 1000, Washington, DC 20036.

  • What is the donation amount per entry?

    Your donation amount determines the number of entries you will receive. Entry purchase amounts are:

    • (1) $10 for 6 entries
    • (2) $25 for 18 entries
    • (3) $50 for 40 entries
    • (4) $100 for 90 entries
    • (5) $200 for 200 entries
    • (6) $500 for 650 entries

  • How many entries can I buy for this sweepstakes?

    You may buy as many entries as you like, as often as you like. We appreciate your support!


  • When does the sweepstakes end?

    The sweepstakes ends at 12:00pm EST on February 18, 2026.

  • When will the winning entry be drawn?

    The winning entry will be drawn at 1025 Connecticut Ave. NW Suite #1000 Washington, DC 20036 at approximately 12:00pm EST on February 26, 2026.

  • How is the winning entry drawn?

    The nonprofit draws the sweepstakes winner utilizing a secure, industry-standard random number generator to select the winning entry from the pool of eligible entries.

  • Do I have to be present at the drawing of the winning entry to win?

    No, you do not have to be present when the winning entry is drawn to win.

  • How will the winner be notified?

    The sweepstakes winner will be notified on 12:00pm EST on February 26, 2026 by phone and/or email based on the contact information provided at the time of entry purchase. We will post the winner's name and the winning entry on this website.

  • How do I find out who won the grand prize?

    Following the Drawing of the Winner, the winning entry, entrant’s name, city and state is automatically published on the home page of this sweepstakes site.

  • How do I redeem the prize if I'm the winner?

    National Fallen Officer Foundation will contact the winner and provide all the details on pickup or delivery of the prize and appropriate paperwork. If the prize winner elects the cash prize, the prize will be delivered by U.S. Mail, wire transfer or other mutually acceptable means.

  • Are entry purchases tax-deductible?

    Your entry purchase is a donation to the nonprofit National Fallen Officer Foundation. Check with your accountant to determine if your donation is tax-deductible. We do not warrant that your donation is or is not tax-deductible.

  • Are sweepstakes prizes considered to be income?

    Yes. The prize winner will be required to submit all applicable IRS forms and pay taxes due in order to be awarded the prize.

  • Who benefits from this fundraising sweepstakes?

    The prize winner as well as National Fallen Officer Foundation.

  • Where can I learn more about National Fallen Officer Foundation?
  • What is TapKat?

    TapKat is an online fundraising platform for U.S. nonprofits. Nonprofits run their sweepstakes fundraisers using tools provided by the TapKat platform.

  • Do you have a question about the sweepstakes that isn't answered here?

    Please visit the Rules section of this website or contact National Fallen Officer Foundation: info@aegis3.com