Give & Go is a luxury vacation sweepstakes fundraising platform based in New Jersey, proudly made in the USA. We partner with nonprofits, booster clubs, veteran service organizations, religious groups, athletic programs, and community causes to run vacation sweepstakes campaigns that raise real money for real causes.
Here's how it works: we supply a genuine Palace Resorts all-inclusive vacation as the prize. Your organization promotes the campaign and sells entries to your supporters. At the end of the campaign, a winner is drawn publicly, the winner gets their vacation, and your organization receives the majority of the funds raised.
Yes. Give & Go is a legitimate sweepstakes operator based in New Jersey. Our campaigns are structured as lawful sweepstakes — not lotteries or illegal gambling — through our no-purchase-necessary entry method. We verify every organization on our platform before their campaign goes live.
Our Official Sweepstakes Rules and Hold Harmless Agreement are publicly available at giveandgo.com/rules. All prizes are genuine Palace Resorts all-inclusive vacations fulfilled through our Place Rewards membership program.
Several things make Give & Go genuinely unique:
- Luxury prize that sells itself — a $10,000–$25,000 all-inclusive Palace Resorts vacation is something supporters actually want to win. It's a far easier sell than a gift basket or a free dinner.
- We cover the winner's taxes — every winner receives a cash tax assistance gift ($750 Gold / $1,500 Platinum / $2,500 Diamond) paid entirely by Give & Go. No other fundraising platform does this.
- Above-minimum revenue goes 100% to your cause — our platform fee is capped at minimum ticket sales. Every ticket sold above minimum belongs entirely to your organization.
- No upfront cost ever — organizations pay nothing to launch a campaign. Zero.
- Open to more than just 501(c)(3)s — we specialize in 501(c)(3) organizations but also welcome booster clubs, athlete sponsors, pre-501(c)(3) groups, and other qualifying causes.
Give & Go is based in New Jersey and proudly made in the USA 🇺🇸. Our platform was built specifically for American community organizations — the veteran service groups, youth sports leagues, booster clubs, churches, and civic organizations that are the backbone of this country.
All disputes and governing law are under New Jersey jurisdiction.
Yes — giving back is a core part of how Give & Go operates. In addition to the 75% fundraising payout to every organization, Give & Go:
- Provides every winner with a cash tax assistance gift to help offset any tax liability on the prize
- Caps our platform fee at minimum ticket sales — all above-minimum revenue goes 100% to the cause
- Uses peak season prize pricing to protect nonprofit payouts from market fluctuations
- Makes ongoing contributions and donations back to organizations on our platform
- Provides a complete social media and promotional toolkit to every organization at no charge
No. NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A purchase will not improve your chances of winning.
To enter for free, hand-print your full legal name, complete mailing address, email address, phone number, date of birth, and the name of the campaign you wish to enter on a plain 3" × 5" card. Insert it into a standard #10 envelope with first-class postage and mail to:
PO Box TBD, New Jersey
Mail-in entries must be postmarked at least five (5) days before the campaign close date. One free entry per person per campaign. Each free entry is equal to one purchased entry.
You may purchase up to 50 entries per campaign. More entries means more chances to win — but no single person can hold more than 50 entries regardless of purchase method.
Entry prices vary by tier: Gold campaigns are $100 per entry, Platinum are $200 per entry, and Diamond are $250 per entry.
Yes — completely random and fully transparent. Here's the process:
- The complete entry list — every entrant's name and number of entries — is published publicly on the campaign page at least 48 hours before the drawing
- The entry ledger is locked at campaign close — no entries can be added, removed, or altered
- The drawing is conducted using a verified randomization system and broadcast live
- The full recording is posted on the campaign page after the drawing
Give & Go is committed to 100% transparent drawings. Any entrant can request the full entry data within 30 days of the drawing date.
Entry fees are generally non-refundable once purchased. However, there are two exceptions:
- Campaign cancellation — if a campaign fails to reach its minimum ticket threshold within the 90-day maximum period, all entry fees are refunded in full within 5 business days
- Force majeure — if a campaign is cancelled due to events beyond Give & Go's control, refunds will be issued at Give & Go's discretion
If you believe you are entitled to a refund for any other reason, contact us at [email protected].
Campaigns are open to legal residents of the 48 contiguous United States and the District of Columbia who are at least 18 years of age. The following are not eligible to enter:
- Residents of Alaska and Hawaii
- Give & Go employees and their immediate family members
- Officers and paid staff of the Beneficiary Organization running the campaign
- Residents of any state where the sweepstakes is prohibited by law
The winner receives a fully all-inclusive Palace Resorts vacation — 7 days 6 nights — at a genuine 5-star resort of their choosing from the Palace Resorts portfolio. All-inclusive means:
- All meals at all resort restaurants
- Unlimited beverages including premium open bar
- 24-hour room service
- All resort amenities — pools, beach, water park, fitness center, entertainment, and nightly shows
The prize tier determines the suite and number of guests:
- Gold ($10,000+): Deluxe Resort View Suite · 2 adults + 2 kids
- Platinum ($15,000+): Grand Governor Ocean View Suite · 2 adults + optional kids
- Diamond ($25,000+): Grand Presidential Suite · up to 6 guests
Plus every winner receives a cash tax assistance gift — $750, $1,500, or $2,500 depending on tier — paid by Give & Go to help offset any tax liability.
The winner can choose from 12 Palace Resorts properties depending on their prize tier:
- Moon Palace The Grand — Cancún, Mexico
- Moon Palace The Grand — Punta Cana, Dominican Republic (new 2026)
- Le Blanc Spa Resort — Cancún, Mexico
- Le Blanc Spa Resort — Los Cabos, Mexico
- Cozumel Palace — Cozumel, Mexico
- Playacar Palace — Playa del Carmen, Mexico
- Moon Palace Jamaica — Ocho Rios, Jamaica
- Beach Palace — Cancún, Mexico
- Sun Palace — Cancún, Mexico
- Moon Palace Cancún — Cancún, Mexico
- Moon Palace Nizuc — Cancún, Mexico
- Baglioni Maldives (Diamond tier only)
No — the prize does not include round-trip airfare or ground transportation to and from the resort. The prize covers the all-inclusive resort stay only.
The winner is responsible for booking and paying for their own travel to and from the resort destination. Give & Go strongly recommends purchasing comprehensive travel insurance for all travelers, including emergency medical and trip cancellation coverage.
Yes — the winner selects their own travel dates through the Give & Go Winner Portal, within 30 days of being notified. Travel must be completed within 12 months of the campaign close date.
Blackout dates apply during peak holiday periods and dates when inventory is already committed. Current blackout dates are displayed in the Winner Portal at time of selection. We recommend having multiple date options ready when you access the portal.
Yes — children ages 0–17 stay free at eligible Palace Resorts properties under the current Kids Free promotion. This applies to Gold and Platinum tier prizes where kids accompany the winner. Diamond tier accommodates up to 6 guests total (any combination of adults and children).
Kids Free availability is subject to the resort's current promotion terms and the specific property selected. The winner will see current Kids Free availability in the Winner Portal.
Winners are contacted by Give & Go via the email address and phone number provided at the time of entry within 48 hours of the drawing. Give & Go will make three contact attempts over five business days.
Give & Go will also never ask you to pay any amount to claim your prize. Prize fulfillment is completely free to the winner.
After winner notification, here's the process:
- Step 1: Provide a government-issued photo ID (passport, driver's license, or state ID) to verify eligibility
- Step 2: Complete an Affidavit of Eligibility and Liability Release (returned within 10 business days)
- Step 3: Access the Give & Go Winner Portal and select your resort and travel dates within 30 days
- Step 4: Give & Go processes your booking and sends confirmation
- Step 5: Receive your cash tax assistance gift at time of prize fulfillment
- Step 6: Enjoy your vacation!
The prize must be used within 12 months of the campaign close date. If you cannot travel within this window for any reason, the prize will be forfeited and no cash alternative will be offered. Give & Go is not responsible for any circumstances that prevent the winner from traveling.
If you have a genuine hardship — serious medical situation, family emergency — contact us at [email protected] as early as possible. While we cannot guarantee extensions, we will do our best to work with verified hardship situations on a case-by-case basis.
No — no cash alternative is available in lieu of the vacation prize. The prize is the all-inclusive resort vacation as described on the campaign page, plus the cash tax assistance gift.
If the winner declines the prize for any reason, the prize is forfeited and no cash equivalent will be offered.
Yes — the number of guests depends on the prize tier:
- Gold: 2 adults + 2 children (kids 0–17 free)
- Platinum: 2 adults + optional children (kids 0–17 free at eligible properties)
- Diamond: Up to 6 guests — any combination of adults and children
Important: by bringing guests, the winner assumes full legal responsibility for all guests for the entire trip. See the Hold Harmless Agreement for full details.
Give & Go specializes in 501(c)(3) organizations but is open to all qualifying causes:
- Veteran service organizations (American Legion, VFW, Elks, Moose Lodge)
- Youth sports leagues and travel teams
- National training centers and Olympic hopeful programs
- School booster clubs
- Community service clubs
- Foundations and medical charities
- Churches and religious organizations
- Educational organizations
- Arts and cultural organizations
- Pre-501(c)(3) community groups and booster clubs
Your organization receives 75% of net revenue — after the prize retail value is deducted. Here's what that looks like at minimum ticket sales (250 tickets):
- Gold (250 × $100): Your org earns $11,250+
- Platinum (250 × $200): Your org earns $26,250+
- Diamond (250 × $250): Your org earns $28,125+
At maximum ticket sales your organization can earn up to $22,500 (Gold), $41,250 (Platinum), or $37,500 (Diamond).
Nothing. Zero. Free. There is no setup fee, no monthly subscription, no credit card required to launch a campaign. Give & Go's platform fee comes entirely out of campaign revenue — your organization never pays a cent upfront.
No minimum means no drawing — but also no risk to your organization. Here's what happens:
- Day 1–60: Your standard 60-day campaign window
- Day 60 (if under minimum): Give & Go automatically grants a 30-day extension. All entrants are emailed — this often generates a final rush of ticket sales.
- Day 90 (still under minimum): Campaign cancels. All entry fees are fully refunded to entrants within 5 business days. Your organization owes nothing.
Give & Go sends a detailed payout summary to your organization within 5 business days of the campaign close date. Funds are transferred to the bank account on file via Stripe Connect. Transfer times vary by bank but typically arrive within 2–5 business days of the payout being initiated.
Your payout is not contingent on the winner completing their travel — you receive your share at campaign close, regardless of when the winner takes their trip.
Yes — organizations can run multiple campaigns over time at different tiers. Many organizations run a Gold campaign for a smaller event and a Diamond campaign for their annual gala. There is no limit on how many campaigns an organization can run over its lifetime on the platform, subject to Give & Go's inventory availability and campaign scheduling.
Yes — Give & Go campaigns are completely legal in the 48 contiguous United States. Give & Go campaigns are structured as sweepstakes — not lotteries or gambling — because we provide a genuine no-purchase-necessary alternative entry method (free mail-in entry). This eliminates the "consideration" element that makes a promotion an illegal lottery.
Because of this structure, no gambling license is required from Give & Go, your organization, or any sponsoring entity. This applies to 501(c)(3)s, pre-501(c)(3) groups, booster clubs, athlete sponsors, and all other qualifying organizations.
The IRS treats sweepstakes prizes as ordinary income. Give & Go will issue an IRS Form 1099-MISC for the prize. However, Give & Go uses a carefully documented valuation methodology that significantly reduces the taxable amount:
- Off-peak pricing adjustment: Real market rates for these resorts are consistently 40–55% below published peak rates — and Give & Go's methodology reflects actual fair market value, not inflated rack rates
- Food & beverage allocation: Approximately 50% of an all-inclusive package is food, beverages, and entertainment — consumable services with no transferable value. Give & Go allocates these as non-taxable components
After applying these adjustments, the taxable ARV is approximately 25% of the published peak campaign price. And Give & Go provides a cash tax assistance gift that covers most or all federal tax liability for the majority of winners:
- Gold winners: $750 cash — covers federal taxes at most bracket levels
- Platinum winners: $1,500 cash — covers federal taxes at all common brackets
- Diamond winners: $2,500 cash — covers federal taxes at all common brackets
No. Entry fees are payments to Give & Go for sweepstakes participation — they are not charitable donations and are not tax-deductible as charitable contributions on your federal or state tax returns. Give & Go is not a charitable organization.
The funds your organization receives from Give & Go are a fundraising distribution — not a charitable donation from entrants. Entrants cannot claim any deduction for their entry fee.
The Give & Go Hold Harmless, Release & Liability Waiver Agreement is a legal document that all entrants agree to before purchasing entries. It covers:
- Assumption of all risks associated with international travel and resort activities
- Release of all claims against Give & Go for injury, illness, death, or property loss
- Guest liability — winners assume responsibility for all guests they bring
- A covenant not to sue Give & Go or its owners and employees
- Binding arbitration and class action waiver
You agree to this by checking the box before checkout — no separate form required. The full agreement is available at giveandgo.com/waiver.
Legitimate Give & Go winner notifications follow these rules — every single one, without exception:
- Contact comes via email and phone only — using the contact information you provided when you entered
- Never through social media — not Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, Snapchat, or any other platform
- Never asking for payment — you will never be asked to pay any fee, tax, shipping charge, or any other amount to claim your prize
- Never asking for financial information — no bank account numbers, credit card details, or wire transfers
If you receive any communication that violates these rules, it is a scam. Do not respond. Block the sender and report it to [email protected] immediately.
Give & Go never contacts winners through social media under any circumstances. This is an absolute rule with no exceptions. Scammers create fake accounts impersonating Give & Go and contact people claiming they've won. It is entirely fraudulent.
Block the account immediately and report it to the platform. Then report it to us at [email protected] so we can take action.
Yes. All payments on the Give & Go platform are processed by Stripe — one of the world's most trusted payment processors. Give & Go never sees, stores, or has access to your credit card number, CVV, or banking information. Your payment data is encrypted end-to-end using 256-bit SSL encryption.
Palace Resorts properties are world-class 5-star all-inclusive resorts with extensive security and guest services. Millions of American tourists visit these destinations every year. However, Give & Go always encourages winners to:
- Check the current US Department of State travel advisory for their destination country before travel
- Purchase comprehensive travel insurance including emergency medical and evacuation coverage
- Stay within resort grounds when not on organized excursions
- Use resort-recommended transportation rather than unofficial taxis
- Consult their doctor about recommended vaccinations and health precautions
Give & Go assumes no responsibility for any incident occurring during the prize trip. See our Hold Harmless Agreement for full details. Travel is entirely at the winner's and guests' own risk.
You can reach us at:
- General support: [email protected]
- Organization inquiries: [email protected]
- Legal questions: [email protected]
- Free entry requests: [email protected]
- Scam reporting: [email protected]
Our team responds within 24 hours. We're real people who care about your cause — not a chatbot.