Valentine’s Day Giveaway Bash: Win a $25 Chili’s Gift Card from eBillMe (ends 2/7)

rebeca Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Congratulations, Aubreylaine, you won the $25 e-gift card to Chili’s. Send me an email at theaverageparent [at] gmail [dot] com and I’ll send your prize right over.

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and to celebrate, The Average Parent has teamed up with some fantastic bloggers to bring you a Valentine’s Day Giveaway Bash. In the next couple weeks, you’ll have a chance to win some great prizes from MamaBuzz, Saving Cents with Sense,Savings and Stewardship, and me, The Average Parent. So make sure to bookmark our pages and check back to see what you can win.

We’re going to kick things off with a gift card prize from eBillMe. If you remember, I told you last week how you could save on gift cards with this site. This deal is only good when you place your first offer, but you can get 10% Cash Back on retailers such as Zappos, Home Depot, JCPenney’s and more. The best part is that if you shop their gift card mall on Tuesdays, they’ll double your cash back…that’s 20% cash back on gift cards. Pair that with some coupons, and you’re saving big!

That’s not the only good thing about them, so let me tell you a bit more. eBillMe is also one of the most secure ways to pay online because you never enter your credit card information. Here’s how it works:

You shop at one of the hundreds of participating online retailers and check out using eBillMe.
A copy of your bill will be displayed on screen and sent to your email address.
You then log into your personal banking account and pay the bill through your online bill pay, the same way you pay your other bills through online banking.
This service is completely free and there is no interest because the transaction is not complete until payment is received from your bank.

The best part is that your purchase is covered by an iron-clad Buyer Protection Program and you qualify for cash-back rewards. You can even earn cash back when you start your shopping through Ebates or ShopAtHome.

Win It

This week, you’ll have a chance at winning a $25 e-gift card good at Chili’s, Romano’s Macaroni Grill, On the Border or Maggiano’s Little Italy. To win, you must check out the eBillMe website and tell me something interesting you learned.

For More Entries (make sure to leave a separate comment for each one):

Follow The Average Parent on facebook.
Like Shop Debt Free (aka eBillMe) on facebook and tell them The Average Parent sent you.
Post this page to your facebook profile.
Follow The Average Parent on Twitter.
Tweet this “I just entered to win a $25 Chili’s Gift Card from @averageparent ”
Don’t forget, to have a chance at winning even more gift cards from eBillMe, visit my fellow bloggers from MamaBuzz, Saving Cents with Sense, and Savings and Stewardship to see what they have to give away.

This contest will end at 11:59 p.m. Monday, Feb. 7 at which time the winner will be chosen with a random number generator at Random.org. The winner will be announced on this page, on the facebook wall and will be contacted via email. The winner will have two business days to claim his or her prize. The email addresses collected on this page are used for contacting the winner and will never be sold or given away.

Disclaimer:

eBillMe provided the prize for this contest. However, I was planning to write about them anyway…because the deals were too good not to share. Although the prize came from eBillMe, this giveaway is administered by me; therefore, any questions or comments regarding this promotion should be sent to me. The prizes will be emailed directly from me. The Average Parent and eBillMe are not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen prizes.

Additionally, The Average Parent has pledged to Blog with Integrity. What this means is that although we occasionally receive free products from PR and marketing reps, the recommendations we make are based on our own experience in the real world. We promise to only provide reviews on the products and services we absolutely love, and we define this as something we would purchase for ourselves or as a gift for others. For more details about our review policy please visit the Disclaimer Page.

82 Responses to “Valentine’s Day Giveaway Bash: Win a $25 Chili’s Gift Card from eBillMe (ends 2/7)”

Mami2jcn, on January 27th, 2011 at 9:12 am Said:

I learned you can earn 1% cash back (or higher during promotional periods), on each order you place with eBillme.
Mami2jcn, on January 27th, 2011 at 9:13 am Said:

I follow The Average Parent on Facebook with my username Mary Happymommy.
Mami2jcn, on January 27th, 2011 at 9:14 am Said:

I like eBillMe on Facebook with my username Mary Happymommy and I wrote on their wall telling them you sent me-http://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=499282524475&id=100000611160195
Mami2jcn, on January 27th, 2011 at 9:15 am Said:

tweet-http://twitter.com/#!/mami2jcn/status/30659892717035521
ShootingStarsMag, on January 27th, 2011 at 2:21 pm Said:

You can get deals if you buy through the site…with money off. that’s awesome.
anna violette Donald, on January 27th, 2011 at 6:02 pm Said:

I didnt know that ebillme gave you cash back even if your buy online…nice if your buying gifts….
anna violette Donald, on January 27th, 2011 at 6:03 pm Said:

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Jessie C., on January 27th, 2011 at 11:05 pm Said:

I learned that For every dollar you pay through eBillme, you will earn 1% cash (or higher when applicable, with special offers) towards future orders
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Jessie C., on January 27th, 2011 at 11:05 pm Said:

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Jessie C., on January 27th, 2011 at 11:06 pm Said:

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Valentine’s Day Giveaway: $25 Zappos.com Gift Card from eBillMe, on January 28th, 2011 at 7:22 am Said:

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Callie, on January 28th, 2011 at 7:46 am Said:

I just visited EBillme and I’d like to save money by buying giftcards to stores I already use like zappos, CVS, or homedepot cards.

I learned that they keep the stores from ever seeing your credit card info or bank acct routing numbers which keeps you safer from identity fraud.

catherine(dot)alley(at)gmail(dot)com
Aubreylaine, on January 28th, 2011 at 11:53 am Said:

I learned that you can get gift cards from several different places ranging from Chili’s to Zappos to Home Depot!
aubreyfick@yahoo.com
Aubreylaine, on January 28th, 2011 at 11:58 am Said:

I like The Average Parent on Facebook
Aubreylaine, on January 28th, 2011 at 12:01 pm Said:

I like Shop Debt Free on Facebook and told them you sent me!
marci h, on January 28th, 2011 at 1:31 pm Said:

i learned that the gift cards never expire and can be redeemed for millions of products
marci h, on January 28th, 2011 at 1:32 pm Said:

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marci h, on January 28th, 2011 at 1:33 pm Said:

Like Shop Debt Free (aka eBillMe) on FB and left a message
Joyce Mlinek, on January 28th, 2011 at 2:36 pm Said:

I was not familiar with eBillMe before. I like the fact that they can e-mail the gift card to someone else as a gift.
Joyce Mlinek, on January 28th, 2011 at 2:37 pm Said:

I follow you on fb.
Joyce Mlinek, on January 28th, 2011 at 2:37 pm Said:

I like Shop Debt Free on fb and told them you sent me.
Joyce Mlinek, on January 28th, 2011 at 2:38 pm Said:

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Joyce Mlinek, on January 28th, 2011 at 2:38 pm Said:

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Tina M, on January 28th, 2011 at 5:29 pm Said:

You may earn up to two hundred U.S. dollars ($200.00) of Cash Back in a 12 month period. Thats cool
Tina M, on January 28th, 2011 at 5:29 pm Said:

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Tina M, on January 28th, 2011 at 5:30 pm Said:

Follow The Average Parent on Twitter.
Tina M, on January 28th, 2011 at 5:30 pm Said:

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Amanda Fletcher, on January 29th, 2011 at 2:38 pm Said:

I learned about the double rewards Tuesdays for gcs.
Amanda Fletcher, on January 29th, 2011 at 2:38 pm Said:

I’m a Shop Debt Free Facebook fan.
Amanda Fletcher, on January 29th, 2011 at 2:39 pm Said:

I tweeted the giveway: https://twitter.com/abczoomom/statuses/31466384244342784
shala_darkstone, on January 31st, 2011 at 3:50 am Said:

I learned that when you pay with eBillme, you don’t provide any personal financial information to the store or to them.
shala_darkstone, on January 31st, 2011 at 3:51 am Said:

I follow The Average Parent on facebook (FB name: Maddie Brubaker).
shala_darkstone, on January 31st, 2011 at 3:52 am Said:

I shared this giveaway on Facebook here: http://www.facebook.com/shala.darkstone/posts/168661933180657
shala_darkstone, on January 31st, 2011 at 3:52 am Said:

I follow The Average Parent on Twitter (@shala_darkstone).
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Jenny @ Freebie Spot, on January 31st, 2011 at 7:06 am Said:

I learned that you don’t need to enter much information to open an account!
Jenny @ Freebie Spot, on January 31st, 2011 at 7:07 am Said:

i follow you on twitter @freebiespot
Geri, on January 31st, 2011 at 8:06 am Said:

I learned you can buy online without a credit card!
Crystal Witherspoon, on January 31st, 2011 at 9:02 am Said:

I checked out eBillMe and found out how many options for gift cards they offer!! Very nice. I’d love to win one:). Thanks for the giveaway!
Sarah G, on January 31st, 2011 at 5:49 pm Said:

I learned that eBillMe is completely free, and you will earn 1% back on every purchase you make!
Sarah G, on January 31st, 2011 at 5:51 pm Said:

I ‘liked” your blog on Facebook.
Sarah G, on January 31st, 2011 at 5:52 pm Said:

I’m following you on Twitter. (@capitallyfrugal)
Kristen Cook, on February 1st, 2011 at 8:29 am Said:

You get money back for purchases made with ebill.
Kristen Cook, on February 1st, 2011 at 8:29 am Said:

I follow you on FB!
Kristen Cook, on February 1st, 2011 at 8:29 am Said:

I am following “Shop Debt Free” on FB too!
Kristen Cook, on February 1st, 2011 at 8:31 am Said:

I posted this giveaway on my FB page!
Kristen Cook, on February 1st, 2011 at 8:31 am Said:

I follow you on Twitter!
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I just tweeted about this giveway too!
Erin R, on February 1st, 2011 at 5:27 pm Said:

I learned there are three safeguards in place: Best price guarantee, fraud protection and satisfaction guarantee.
Erin R, on February 1st, 2011 at 5:28 pm Said:

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Eve, on February 1st, 2011 at 7:41 pm Said:

I learned that every Tuesday you get double cash back

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Eve, on February 1st, 2011 at 7:43 pm Said:

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Eve, on February 1st, 2011 at 7:44 pm Said:

I Like Shop Debt Free (aka eBillMe) on facebook and told them you sent me

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Eve, on February 1st, 2011 at 7:46 pm Said:

I Follow The Average Parent on Twitter
@shopgurl
Eve, on February 1st, 2011 at 7:47 pm Said:

tweet http://twitter.com/shopgurl/status/32631000257269762
Leah P, on February 2nd, 2011 at 6:28 am Said:

eBillme is the safest way to pay online. Simply pay using your bank’s online bill pay service, just like a utility bill. No personal or financial information is shared. Free to use, no sign up, no interest, no fees!
Leah P, on February 2nd, 2011 at 6:28 am Said:

I follow The Average Parent on Facebook
Leah P, on February 2nd, 2011 at 6:29 am Said:

I posted this to my Facebook.
Leah P, on February 2nd, 2011 at 6:30 am Said:

I follow The Average Parent on Twitter
amanda, on February 2nd, 2011 at 9:31 pm Said:

You can earn 1% on future orders.
amanda, on February 2nd, 2011 at 9:31 pm Said:

averageparent fb fan.
amanda, on February 2nd, 2011 at 9:33 pm Said:

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Charity S., on February 3rd, 2011 at 3:52 pm Said:

I learned that every time you shop at a participating merchant, you’ll automatically be covered by a Buyer Protection program that includes:
Charity S., on February 3rd, 2011 at 3:53 pm Said:

Follow The Average Parent on facebook.

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Charity S., on February 3rd, 2011 at 4:31 pm Said:

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Charity S., on February 3rd, 2011 at 4:32 pm Said:

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Charity S., on February 3rd, 2011 at 4:33 pm Said:

I tweeted.

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Samantha Y, on February 3rd, 2011 at 7:26 pm Said:

I went on the website for eBill Me and found they have a service where you can chat with a rep online in real time which is a service I really appreciate. Hope I win!!
Liz M., on February 3rd, 2011 at 9:52 pm Said:

I learned that eBillMe is free and offers buyers’ protection!
Liz M., on February 3rd, 2011 at 9:52 pm Said:

I like you on FB!
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Anne, on February 7th, 2011 at 8:17 am Said:

I learned their email gift cards never expire.
ELAINE FAITH, on February 7th, 2011 at 7:53 pm Said:

I learned Tuesdays you get double cash back.

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ELAINE FAITH, on February 7th, 2011 at 7:57 pm Said:

I liked you on FB

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ELAINE FAITH, on February 7th, 2011 at 7:59 pm Said:

I liked Shop Debt Free on facebook and told them The Average Parent sent me.

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