Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to enter the contest?
The contest is only open and offered to legal residents of the U.S. (including DC) and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 years of age or older, or the age of majority in their state, whichever is older. In addition, the contest is only offered to members of the FTD florist network, and unavailable to any employee of, or company that is affiliated with, FTD, LLC ("Company").
What is the deadline for entry?
You must submit your entry to Company by no later than July 10, 2020. Photos and written entries submitted before the Contest start date of June 15, 2020 are not eligible for consideration, so do not submit your entry until then.
How do I enter?
Visit http://www.ftdi.com/Makeover to complete the official entry form and submit your photos and written responses.
What should my photo/written responses be about?
Your photo should showcase the existing interior space and storefront window display of your flower shop. The written responses should answer a series of questions addressing why your flower shop interior needs a makeover.
How many entries can I submit?
Only one entry may be submitted per member of the FTD florist network
What file types can my photo be?
Your photo should be in jpeg format and emailed to floristrelations@ftdi.com.
Are there any restrictions on content of the photos?
Your photo must be suitable for a general audience. It should not contain profanity, sexually explicit material, violence, any activity that violates the law, or any other type of inappropriate material.
May I show other companies' products in the photo?
You are not allowed to show or refer to any other brand name, logo, company name, trademark, service mark, copyrighted material, or material that is in any way proprietary except that of the Company. So, cover up any product logos to avoid potential disqualification.
Can other people be in my photo?
Only if you have the signed consent of such person can you use them in the photos.
How will my photos and responses be judged?
The judging criteria is:
Compelling nature and originality of responses (25 points);
Clarity of expression in responses (25 points); and
Quality of photos (25 points).
What can I win?
The winner will receive an interior makeover of the main customer-facing storefront of their flower shop, led by an FTD Education Consultant. Approximate retail value of the prize is Four Thousand Nine Hundred Dollars ($4,900 USD).
How will I know if I won?
FTD will attempt to notify the winner via email at the email address provided in his/her submission. On or about July 17, 2020 finalists will be notified that they have been selected by e-mail. The prize winner will be notified by e-mail around July 24, 2020.
What happens if I can’t receive the prize because of COVID-19?
In light of the pandemic, both FTD and the prize winner may cancel or delay the prize, without any penalty to either party.
How can I find out who won?
Winners will be announced July 30, 2020 at www.FTDi.com/Makeover