Contests & prizes
Free to enter, judged on skill, and paid in real prizes. Share what you know — and get rewarded for it.
This month
The “Step Up” Money Tip Challenge
Share one practical, original tip that helped you save, earn, pay off debt or use AI productively — in 150 words or fewer. Show the numbers if you can.
1st prize$250
2nd$100
3rd$50
Judging: usefulness (40%), originality (30%), clarity (20%), use of real numbers (10%). Winners are announced on this page and in the 78983 Brief.
More ways to win
💡 Calculator Idea Award
Suggest a calculator. If we build it, you get credited and a $50 prize.
Submit an idea →🎬 Creator Spotlight
Make a short video explaining one of our calculators. Featured creators are paid and promoted.
Apply as a creator →🏢 Sponsor a prize
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Sponsor →Official rules (summary)
- No purchase or payment is necessary to enter or win. A purchase does not improve your chances.
- Open to individuals 18+ (or the age of majority in their place of residence). Void where prohibited or restricted by law.
- One entry per person per month. Entries must be original, lawful and free of third-party copyrighted material.
- Entries are judged by the 78983 editorial team on the published criteria; this is a contest of skill, not chance.
- Winners are contacted by email and must reply within 14 days. Prizes are paid electronically; winners are responsible for any taxes.
- By entering, you grant 78983 a non-exclusive license to publish your entry with credit. You keep ownership.
- Prize amounts may vary by month based on sponsorship and will always be stated before the contest opens.