Starting 7/20/26, teachers can enter Ibotta's Back to Savings Buyout for a chance to have their school wish list bought out, with $1,000 monthly prizes. Winners are chosen by Instagram community vote through September 30.
How to enter
Follow these steps between 7/20/26-9/30/26:
- Follow our official Instagram account, @ibotta.
- Visit https://docs.google.com/forms to submit your video and fill out the form.
- You're all set! Once you've completed the form, your submission is complete. Now, get ready for the voting round.
How it works
Every month is a fresh chance to win. At the end of July, August, and September, Ibotta will select the top three videos submitted that month and post them on our Instagram page for a community vote.
Here is exactly how the schedule breaks down:
- The July Round: The top three videos will be posted for voting at the end of July. Our first winner will be announced at the beginning of August.
- The August Round: The top three videos will be posted for voting at the end of August. Our second winner will be announced at the beginning of September.
- The September Round: The top three videos will be posted for voting at the end of September. Our third and final winner will be announced at the beginning of October.
FAQs
Q: What are the prizes for the winners?
A: Winners will receive $1,000 toward their back-to-school supply list.
Q: Do I have to make a video?
A: No, you can submit your story in writing on the form: https://docs.google.com/forms.
Q: How will I be notified if I’m a winner?
A: All winners will be notified via the email used on the entry form.
Legal
For contest rules, go to: https://home.ibotta.com/back-to-savings-buyout/rules