If you’ve recently won a contest with iHeart- congratulations! 🎉
Here’s everything you need to know about next steps and prize fulfillment.


🔍 How to Confirm if the Email is Legitimate

To help keep your information secure, please note:

👀If you’re ever unsure, double-check the sender before taking action 


🎁 How to Claim Your Prize

Once you receive the PrizeCloset email:

  1. Open the link provided in the email.
  2. Complete the required winner release form.
  3. Submit a W-9 form if it’s required for your prize.
  4. Once your paperwork is reviewed and accepted, you’ll receive an update on your prize status.

⏱ When to Expect Your Prize

Timing can vary depending on the prize type:

  • 📦 Physical prizes: If the prize is already in-house and all paperwork is completed, it may ship the same day. If it is not yet in-house, it is typically shipped via FedEx within about a week after paperwork is submitted and processed.
  • 🎟️ Digital concert tickets: Usually delivered 1–2 weeks before the event date.

🧾 Will I Need to Provide an SSN?

In some cases, yes- this may be required for tax reporting purposes.

  • If your prize earnings reach $2,000 or more in a calendar year, you may receive a 1099 form.
  • Any personal information provided is securely handled and only accessible to authorized finance teams.

📜 Where to Find Contest Rules

Official contest rules can always be found in the Terms and Conditions link on the specific contest page.