Milwaukee Sweepstakes: "Pick of the Live" Official Rules
BREAKTHROUGH T1D INTERNATIONAL
OFFICIAL SWEEPSTAKES RULES
VOID WHERE PROHIBITED.
NO PURCHASE, PAYMENT, OR CONTRIBUTION
NECESSARY TO ENTER. A PURCHASE, CONTRIBUTION, DONATION, OR PAYMENT
OF ANY KIND WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING.
BY ENTERING
THE SWEEPSTAKES, ENTRANT AGREES TO BE BOUND BY THESE OFFICIAL RULES.
1. Sweepstakes Overview: Breakthrough T1D, a tax-exempt nonprofit organization described in Section
501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, is conducting a Sweepstakes (the “Sweepstakes”) to solicit
contributions. By obtaining an Entry in the Sweepstakes, the entrant (“Entrant” or “You”) agrees to be
bound by these Official Rules (“Rules”). The Sponsor’s interpretation and application of the Official Rules
shall be final.
2. Eligibility: The Sweepstakes is open only to legal residents of the United States who are 18 years of
age or older. Employees of Breakthrough T1D (the “Sponsor”), their respective affiliates, subsidiaries,
and their immediate family members and/or those living in the same household of each are not eligible
to participate in the Sweepstakes. The Sweepstakes is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local
laws and regulations. The Sweepstakes is void where prohibited by law.
3. Agreement to Rules: By participating, You agree to be fully unconditionally bound by these Rules, and
You represent and warrant that you meet the eligibility requirements set forth herein. In addition, You
agree to accept the decisions of Sponsor as final and binding as it relates to the content.
4. Sweepstakes Period: In-person entries will be accepted at the One Night, One Mission Breakthrough
T1D Wisconsin Gala in Appleton starting at 5:00pm CST on March 1, 2025 and ending prior to the start
of the live auction at approximately 6:45pm CST on March 1, 2025. Winner will be selected as described
herein in Section 8 below on March 1, 2025 at approximately 7:10pm CST. The Sponsor’s database
computer is the official time-keeping device for the Sweepstakes.
5. How to Enter: Participants may enter either by the Contribution Method or by the Free Entry
Method, as described herein:
(a) Contribution Method: To enter by contributing money to Sponsor, you must make a contribution in-person at the event of $100 to Sponsor and following the instructions to enter, which will include providing your first
name, last name, phone number and email address by 6:45pm CST on March 1, 2025. Fund A Cure
gifts do not qualify as sweepstakes entries.
(b) Free Entry Method: To enter via the Free Entry Method, you must submit an entry in-person at the event by following
the instructions to enter, which will include providing your first name, last name, phone number and
email address by 6:45pm CST on March 1, 2025.
For all entry methods:
There is no limit as to the number of times you may enter. No mechanical reproductions will be
accepted. The entry must fulfill all Sweepstakes requirements as specified herein to be eligible to
win a prize. Entries that are incomplete, illegible, or do not adhere to these Official Rules or
specifications may be disqualified at the sole discretion of Sponsor. You must accurately provide the
information requested. You may not use multiple email addresses, identities, or devices to
circumvent the rules. Proof of contribution entry or free entry will not be deemed to be proof of
receipt of entry by Sponsor. If you use fraudulent methods or otherwise attempt to circumvent the
rules, your submission may be removed from eligibility at the sole discretion of Sponsor.
6. Prizes: There will be one prize winner, and there will be one prize. Each entry gives you one (1) chance
to win a prize. Each Prize and the Approximate Retail Value (“ARV”) of each prize is as follows:
Winner will receive their choice of live auction items at the event. See the list of available items and
their fair market values in section 18 of the Official Rules.
Any difference between the actual retail value of a prize and the ARV will not be awarded. The actual
retail value may vary depending on fluctuations and other variables. No substitution, assignment, or
transfer of any prizes are permitted, except by Sponsor, who reserves the right to substitute the prizes
with another of comparable or greater value.
The potential winner must sign and return to the Sponsor, within five (5) days of the date of notice or
attempted notice is sent, an Affidavit of Eligibility and Liability Release to claim the prize. Sponsor may
also ask for a signed Affidavit of Publicity Release.
Note: The Affidavit may require the Winner to provide their Social Security Number to the Sponsor,
which will be used solely for tax reporting purposes. Actual or appraised value may differ at time of prize
award. The specifics of the prize shall be solely determined by Sponsor. No cash or other prize
substitution shall be permitted except at Sponsor’s discretion. All prize-related expenses, including and
without limitation, all federal, state, and/or local taxes, shall be the sole responsibility of the winner.
Acceptance of the prize(s) constitutes permission for Sponsor to use Winner’s name, likeness, and entry
for purposes of advertising and trade without further compensation, unless prohibited by law.
7. Odds: The odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received from all methods of
entry. There will be 125 entries available for the sweepstakes in total.
8. Winner selection and notification: The winner of the Sweepstakes (“Winner”) will be selected in a
random drawing by a computer under the supervision of the Sponsor on March 1, 2025. The Winner
should be present at the event to win. If the selected Winner declines the prize, cannot be contacted, is
ineligible, fails to claim the prize immediately after the random drawing, or fails to timely return a
completed and executed declaration and releases as required, the prize may be forfeited and an
alternate Winner selected.
The receipt by Winner of the prize offered in this Sweepstakes is conditioned upon compliance with all
federal and state laws and regulations. ANY VIOLATION OF THESE OFFICIAL RULES BY ANY WINNER (AT
SPONSOR’S SOLE DISCRETION) WILL RESULT IN SUCH WINNER’S DISQUALIFICATION AS WINNER OF THE
SWEEPSTAKES AND ALL PRIVILEGES AS WINNER WILL BE IMMEDIATELY TERMINATED.
9. Taxes: Winner must note that any prize with ARV or fair market value equal to or greater than $600 is
taxable income to Winner, and Sponsor will report the actual value of the prize to the Internal Revenue
Service via Form 1099-MISC. Winner agrees to provide their valid name, address, and Social Security
number to Sponsor for tax reporting purposes, if required. The value of the prize is includible in
Winner’s income for the year in which the prize was transferred to Winner. Winner is solely responsible
for all matters relating to the prize after it is awarded. WINNER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYING ALL
FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL INCOME TAXES, AND OTHER APPLICABLE TAXES THAT ARE DUE IN
CONNECTION WITH RECEIPT OF THE PRIZE.
10. Rights Granted by You: By entering this contest, You understand that Sponsor, anyone acting on
behalf of Sponsor, or its respective licensees, successors and assigns will have the right, where
permitted by law, without any further notice, review or consent to print, publish, broadcast, distribute,
and use, worldwide in any media now known or hereafter in perpetuity and throughout the World, your
entry, including, without limitation, the entry and Winner’s name, portrait, picture, voice, likeness,
image or statements about the Sweepstakes, and biographical information as news, publicity or
information and for trade, advertising, public relations and promotional purposes without any further
compensation.
11. Terms: Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify, or suspend the
Sweepstakes should (in its sole discretion) non-authorized human intervention, fraud, or other causes
beyond its control corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, or proper conduct of the
Sweepstakes.
12. Limitation of Liability: By entering, You agree to release and hold harmless Sponsor and its
subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, partners, representatives, agents,
successors, assigns, employees, officers and directors (“Released Parties”) from any liability, illness,
injury, death, loss, litigation, claim or damage that may occur, directly or indirectly, whether caused by
negligence or not, from (i) such entrant’s participation in the sweepstakes and/or his/her acceptance,
possession, use, or misuse of any prize or any portion thereof, (ii) unauthorized human intervention in
any part of the entry process or the Promotion; (iii) electronic or human error which may occur in the
administration of the Promotion or the processing of entries. Winner agrees that the Released Parties
shall not be liable for any loss or injury resulting from participation in the Sweepstakes, or the
acceptance, use of any prize, or participation in any event associated with or comprising a part of the
prize, including any travel to any destination related to the prize, including to and from the airport, or to
and from any event related to any prizes, and any and all events and travel related to the prizes.
13. Disputes: THIS SWEEPSTAKES IS GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND
THE STATE OF NEW YORK, WITHOUT RESPECT TO CONFLICT OF LAW DOCTRINES. As a condition of
participating in this Sweepstakes, Entrant agrees that all disputes which cannot be resolved between the
parties and causes of action arising out of or connected with this Sweepstakes, shall be resolved
individually, without resort to any form of class action, exclusively before a court located in New York
having jurisdiction. Further, in any such dispute, under no circumstances will Entrant be permitted to
obtain awards for, and hereby waives all rights to claim punitive, incidental, or consequential damages,
including reasonable attorneys’ fees, other than Entrant’s actual out-of-pocket expenses (i.e., costs
associated with entering this Sweepstakes), and Entrant further waives all rights to have damages
multiplied or increased.
14. Privacy and Privacy Policy: You consent that any personal information (i.e. contact information,
payment information, address, phone number, email address, etc.) provided may be collected and used
in connection with administering the Sweepstakes, including, but not limited to, contacting and
announcing any winners. Additionally, information provided by You will be used and governed in
accordance with Sponsor’s privacy policy. To read the Privacy Policy, click here:
https://www.breakthrought1d.org/privacy/
15. Winners List: To obtain a copy of the winners list or a copy of these Official Rules, mail such a
request along with a stamped, self-addressed envelope to: Breakthrough T1D.
16. Sponsor: The Sponsor of the Sweepstakes is Breakthrough T1D, 200 Vesey St, 28th Floor, New York,
NY 10281, USA.
17. Bound by These Rules: You, as Entrant, agree that, by submitting an entry, you will be bound by
these Official Rules and you have affirmatively reviewed, accepted, and agreed to all of the Official Rules
and other conditions.
18. Available Prize Listing:
1) A Tasting Menu Experience for Four at Bacchus – A Bartolotta Restaurant: Experience a
luxurious evening at Bacchus – A Bartolotta Restaurant in downtown Milwaukee with a fivecourse tasting menu crafted by Chef de Cuisine Brent Davis. This exclusive package for four
guests includes expertly paired wines for each course, all set in a sleek, stylish atmosphere.
Don’t miss the chance to indulge in one of the city’s finest dining experiences! ARV $800
2) One-Week Stay in Hilton Head Island: Enjoy a relaxing getaway at Anchorage Villas in the heart
of Shelter Cove, Hilton Head Island. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath villa comfortably sleeps up to 6
guests and includes 2 king beds, a queen sleeper sofa, and a twin sleeper loveseat. The villa
offers a covered parking stall, community pool and hot tub, and a spacious first-floor end unit
with a larger balcony. Included are 4 free adult bicycles and 4 beach chairs for your convenience.
ARV $2,500
3) Exclusive Private Tequila Tasting at the Vault: What’s included:
Private Tasting: Savor premium Manuscrito Tequila, guided by the owners of Manuscrito
Tequila who will share the craft and story behind this artisanal spirit.
3-Course Meal: Enjoy a gourmet meal, each course expertly paired with Tequila to
elevate the flavors and transport you to the heart of Jalisco.
Private Chef: Indulge in a bespoke culinary experience tailored to complement the
tequilas.
Exclusive Merch & Tequila: Take home limited-edition Manuscrito Tequila merch and a
bottle of tequila.
ARV $2,500
4) Seven-Night Stay in Port Charlotte, Florida: Experience the charm of Port Charlotte, a
picturesque beachside town nestled on Florida’s scenic Gulf Coast. This stunning four-bedroom
vacation home is the perfect base for a week-long escape, located conveniently between
Sarasota and Fort Myers. Whether you’re an adventure seeker, a family looking for fun, or
simply in need of a relaxing getaway, Port Charlotte offers a wealth of activities for everyone.
This beautiful home features four spacious bedrooms, six comfortable beds, and two full
bathrooms. Enjoy the luxury of a private, heated saltwater pool with an expansive patio, perfect
for unwinding after a day of exploration. Additional amenities include free Wi-Fi, a pool table,
washer and dryer, Keurig coffee maker, barbecue utensils, and much more. You’ll also have easy
access to nearby beaches for sun, sand, and surf. ARV $1,500
5) Garrett Mitchell Meet & Greet: You and three guests will have the exclusive opportunity for a
short meet and greet with Milwaukee Brewers Center Fielder, Garrett Mitchell, during batting
practice before a Brewers game. Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at just nine years old, Garrett
has never let this challenge stand in the way of his dreams and accomplishments. This once-in-alifetime experience includes four Club Level game tickets, allowing you to enjoy the game in
style while sharing in Garrett's inspiring journey. ARV $1,000
6) Five Night Stay in Sun Valley, Idaho: 5 nights of accommodation in beautiful Sun Valley, Idaho!
Enjoy world class downhill and nordic skiing, natural hot springs, scenic hiking, golfing, fly
fishing, biking and more. This 2,200 square foot townhome is within walking distance to
restaurants and shopping in town, steps to the free mountain shuttle, and has 3 bedrooms and
3 bathrooms on 3 separate levels - perfect for 3 couples or a family. Enjoy an adventurous
getaway and then relax by the cozy fire with the sound of Trail Creek babbling right outside the
balcony. ARV $3,000
7) Play with The Potentials! Unleash your inner musician! Here’s your chance to join The Potentials
on stage for an unforgettable night! Bid now for the priceless opportunity to perform with the
band and play the cowbell during a live performance. Feel the rhythm, add your energy, and
become part of the magic! ARV $250
