Stan’s Dare To Dream Challenge
Share your story. Enter for a chance to win a year’s salary. Dare to dream - with Stan!
🚨 Contest Closed! 🚨
Due to an overwhelming number of submissions on the last day, we want to ensure that every entry gets the attention it deserves. As a result, we are pushing back the selection dates for our Top 5 Winners and Grand Prize Winner.
Stay tuned—our winners will be announced soon! 🚀
✨ Our Biggest Giveaway Yet
What if you could wake up tomorrow and focus solely on building the life of your dreams? Imagine no more juggling bills… stressing about rent … or pinching pennies on your grocery budget.
This New Year, we’re offering you the chance to break free from financial constraints and dedicate the entirety of 2025 to pursuing your passion.
With your basic expenses covered, you'll have the freedom, time, and all the peace of mind you’ll need to dare to dream.
🎉 What could you win?
This year, we're taking "new year, new you" to a whole new level.
With four runner-up prizes and one grand prize, we're thrilled to give bold, daring dreamers the opportunity to transform their lives and chase their aspirations.
Here’s a breakdown of what’s on the table 👇
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Grand Prize (1 winner)
🏡 Living Expenses covered for 1 year — including salary, rent/mortgage, groceries, & more.
🎉 Lifetime Subscription of Stan Pro
🤝 1:1 mentorship and coaching from top Stan Creators
*One (1) grand prize winner will take home a cash prize in the amount of $120,000.00, a lifetime subscription to Stan Pro, and (5) 1-hour coaching and mentorship sessions with Stan Ambassadors. That’s a total value of $144,380 USD — all yours to jumpstart your dreams! ✨💰
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Runner-Up Prizes (4 winners)
💸 $10,000 Cash prize to cover bills and business expenses
🎉 1 year of Stan Pro
🤝 Mentorship calls with the Stan team
Four (4) runners up will each receive a cash prize of $10,000.00, a one-year subscription to Stan Pro, and eight (8) 30-minute coaching and mentorship sessions with Stan Ambassadors. Altogether, that’s a fabulous prize valued at $19,188 USD each! 🎉✨
🤔 Why are we doing this?
One reason - we believe in you.
As Creators ourselves, we know just how difficult this journey is — but also how rewarding it can be if you just take the leap!
Since we started, Stan has always been so much more than just a monetization tool.
We’ve been committed to being your partner in success, at your side every step of the way.
At Stan, we dare to dream big - and we want you to dream even bigger.
This opportunity is your chance to break free and build something extraordinary.
Here's what awaits:
➡️ Write Your Success Story - With a full year of living expenses covered, you'll have the freedom to focus on what truly matters
➡️ Transform Your Passion into Purpose - Build a business that not only inspires your community but changes lives
➡️ Join a Movement of Dreamers - Become part of a community where bold aspirations turn into remarkable achievements
📱 How to enter
Good news - if you’re reading this, you already have everything you need for a fair shot at winning. Anyone with a dream and a story is welcome to enter. Here’s how 👇
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Step 1: Sign up for Stan before January 31st
NOTE: If you already use Stan Store, skip straight to Step 2!
Use the link below to sign up for your very own Stan Store, and set up your digital storefront. This should include links to your other social media platforms, as well as any and all digital products you want to sell.
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Step 2: Create your video
NOTE: Anyone can enter! We’re looking at the quality of your story, not how cinematic or well-edited your video is. Videos can be as simple as you sitting and speaking :)
Record a video that details precisely how the #StanDareToDream contest would change your life, your community (friends, family), and your business.
Here are some ideas to guide your video:
Your Story: What’s your background? What drives you? Share what inspired you to start or grow your business.
Progress: For existing Stan users, reflect on how Stan has helped you so far and what being a Stan entrepreneur represents to you. For new Stan users, share how Stan is helping you get started or how you plan to use Stan to level up in 2025. If you’re new, you can also share how you align with Stan’s mission and values.
Impact: What’s your big dream? How would winning this prize help your business, community, and goals for 2025?
We encourage you to be honest and authentic—whether you’re a long-time Stan user or just starting your journey with us, your story matters.
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Step 3: Share your story on Instagram!
NOTE: In order for your entry to be counted, please post no later than January 31
Once your video is complete, post it to your Instagram account, and tag @StanForCreators, and use the hashtag #StanDareToDream - this is crucial for us seeing and counting your entry!
📆 Key dates
✨ Friday, December 27, 2024
The challenge officially opens at 12:01 a.m. PST!
🗓️ Friday, December 27, 2024 → Friday, January 31, 2025
Participation window - post your video on your page by 11:59 p.m. PST on January 31, 2025!
🚨 Date Update: Finalists Announcement Pushed Back 🚨
Due to an overwhelming number of submissions, we need additional time to carefully review every entry before selecting our finalists.
✅ Friday, February 7, 2025 → Updated to Friday, February 21, 2025
Winners notified via Instagram DM from @StanForCreators! - note: this is not the announcement date.
🎉 Sunday, February 16, 2025 → Updated to Tuesday, February 25, 2025
WINNERS ANNOUNCED - keep your eye on @StanForCreators on Instagram for the announcement of our Grand Prize winner, as well as the 4 Runner-Up winners!
👀 What we’re looking for
Whether you’re just starting on your entrepreneurship journey, or you’re a seasoned veteran, this challenge is for everybody.
Each entry will be judged in the following areas:
🤲 Authenticity: Your story should be deeply personal, genuine, and inspiring. We want to see your true passion shine through with real vulnerability.
🪨 Impact: Show us how Stan has empowered your journey and paint a clear picture of how winning will drive growth for both your business and your community.
💪 Progress and Effort: Demonstrate significant milestones you've already achieved - whether that's earning your first $100 or hitting other meaningful goals - and outline your clear, actionable next steps.
💜 Alignment with Stan's Values: Your story should reflect our core mission of empowering transformation, helping others, and building community.
🎨 Creativity and Storytelling: Craft an engaging narrative with a strong hook and compelling story arc that keeps viewers invested from start to finish.
Remember, the most successful entries will excel in all these areas while remaining genuine and true to your unique journey.
Winning isn’t about who earns the most—it’s about inspiring others and showing how Stan can transform lives.
🙋♂️ FAQs
You’ve got questions. We’ve got answers!
How do I win?
In order to be eligible to win, sign up for Stan and share your story on Instagram (tag @stanforCreators and #StanDaretoDream) We’re looking for authentic, inspiring stories about how Stan is helping you pursue your dreams and impact your community.
What if I don’t have a business yet?
No problem! This giveaway is designed to help you start. Use Stan to launch your business and share your journey with us.
Do I need a large following?
Not at all. This challenge is about the power of your story, not your follower count.
Can I enter more than once?
No, each participant can submit one story. Make it count by sharing your journey authentically and passionately.
Entrants posting from multiple accounts will be disqualified.
How will I be contacted?
All submissions will receive a confirmation DM from @stanforcreators to collect your entry details. The top 5 winners will then be contacted directly via email or phone. Be sure to check your inbox after the giveaway closes!
📢 **If you submitted via #StanDareToDream but have NOT yet filled out the form, please do so by **filling out this form here by 2/11.
Only potential winners will receive a DM. If you don’t hear from us, please know that we’ve reviewed every single submission and truly appreciate the time you took to share your story! 🚀
When will winners be selected?
The Top 5 winners will be selected by February 21, 2025, and the Grand Prize winner will be announced by February 25, 2025, via phone call, email, and Stan’s official social media channels.
YOU MUST RESPOND WITHIN 5 DAYS OF OUR CONTACT in order to claim your prize, otherwise it will go to the next runner-up.
When does the giveaway end?
The giveaway ends on January 31, 2025. Make sure to submit your story before midnight PST on January 31!
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. Open to legal residents of participating countries who are at least 18 years old at the time of entry. Begins 12:01 a.m. PST 12/27/24 and ends 11:59 p.m. PST 1/31/25. To enter, download the Sponsor’s mobile app and create an account, post a video on Instagram about a motivational personal story and tag @StanForCreators. One grand prize winner will receive a cash prize in the amount of $120,000 USD, a lifetime subscription to Stan Pro and coaching and mentorship sessions with Stan Ambassadors. Four runners up will each receive a cash prize of $10,000 USD, a one year subscription to Stan Pro, and coaching and mentorship sessions with Stan Ambassadors. ARV: $221,132 USD. Visit Official Rules. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED.
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