Official rules

Greater Latrobe Partners in Education Foundation District-Wide Holiday Decorating Contest - “Deck the District”

Official Contest Rules

Sponsored by: Greater Latrobe Partners in Education Foundation ("GLPIEF")

The Greater Latrobe Partners in Education Foundation Holiday Decorating Contest is a community fundraising event designed to celebrate holiday spirit while supporting educational opportunities for students throughout the Greater Latrobe School District.

1. Eligibility

1. The contest is open to residential households located within the Greater Latrobe School District attendance area. 2. Entrants must be at least 18 years of age and either: • Own the property being entered; or • Have permission from the property owner to participate. 3. Only one entry per household is permitted. 4. GLPIEF board members, contest committee members, and their immediate family members may participate but are not eligible to receive contest prizes.

2. Entry Period

1. Registration opens on November 18, 2026 and closes on December 3, 2026. Entries received after the registration deadline may not be accepted. 2. Participation is subject to approval by GLPIEF.

3. Entry Requirements

1. Entrants must complete the official registration form and agree to the Contest Hold Harmless, Liability Waiver, and Participant Consent Agreement. 2. Entrants agree that: • Their address may be published online and in contest materials. • Their home may be photographed for promotional purposes. • An official contest yard sign will be displayed on their property throughout the contest period. 3. Decorations must be family-friendly and appropriate for viewing by all ages. 4. GLPIEF reserves the right to disqualify any display deemed offensive, unsafe, political, commercial, or inconsistent with the purpose of the contest.

4. Public Viewing

1. Participating homes may be included on an official contest map and website. 2. Participants understand that publication of addresses may result in increased pedestrian and vehicle traffic. 3. Visitors are expected to remain on public roadways, sidewalks, and rights-of-way and shall not enter private property without permission. 4. Participants and visitors acknowledge that GLPIEF is not responsible for traffic, crowd control, visitor conduct, damage, theft, injuries, or other incidents related to contest participation.

5. Voting

1. Voting will be conducted online only through the official contest website from December 5 to December 20, 2026. Voting ends at midnight. 2. Each individual will receive one (1) free vote during the contest period. No donation is required to cast the initial vote. 3. Additional votes may be cast through donations to GLPIEF at the rate of $1 per additional vote. 4. There is no limit to the number of votes an individual may purchase unless otherwise stated by GLPIEF. 5. All voting proceeds support educational programs, grants, and initiatives benefiting Greater Latrobe School District students. 6. Votes are final and non-refundable. 7. Any attempt to manipulate voting through fraudulent transactions, automated systems, or other improper means may result in vote removal and participant disqualification.

6. Judging and Awards

1. Winners will be determined based on the highest number of eligible votes received during the voting period. 2. In the event of a tie, GLPIEF may: • Declare co-winners; or • Use a tie-breaking procedure determined by the Contest Committee. 3. Prize categories may include: • 1st Place - $500 Visa Gift Card • 2nd Place - $300 Visa Gift Card • 3rd Place - $100 Visa Gift Card 4. Gift card values and prize details will be announced prior to the opening of voting. 5. All contest decisions made by GLPIEF are final. Prizes will be awarded in person at prize winners' homes on December 21, 2026 at 5 pm.

7. Fundraising Disclosure

1. Voting fees are charitable donations supporting the mission of the Greater Latrobe Partners in Education Foundation. 2. Donations made through voting may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. 3. Donors should consult their tax advisor regarding deductibility.

8. Photography and Publicity

By entering the contest, participants grant GLPIEF the right to:

• Photograph and record displays; • Use photos, videos, addresses, and display descriptions for promotional purposes; • Share content through websites, social media, newsletters, news releases, and future fundraising materials;

without additional notice or compensation.

9. Safety Requirements

1. All decorations must comply with applicable local laws, ordinances, and homeowners' association requirements. 2. Entrants are responsible for ensuring that decorations are securely installed and safely maintained. 3. Participants are responsible for obtaining any permits that may be required. 4. Displays must not create unsafe traffic conditions, obstruct roadways, or interfere with emergency access.

10. Release of Liability

By entering the contest, participants acknowledge and agree that they have read and accepted the Contest Hold Harmless, Liability Waiver, and Participant Consent Agreement.

Participants release and hold harmless GLPIEF, Greater Latrobe School District, its board members, directors, officers, volunteers, sponsors, employees, and agents from any liability arising out of participation in the contest or public viewing of contest properties.

11. Right to Modify or Cancel

GLPIEF reserves the right to:

• Modify contest rules; • Adjust contest dates; • Remove entries that violate contest rules; • Cancel, suspend, or terminate the contest at any time if circumstances beyond its control make continuation impractical or impossible.

12. Acceptance of Rules

Participation in the Greater Latrobe Partners in Education Foundation Holiday Decorating Contest constitutes full and unconditional agreement to these Official Contest Rules and all decisions of GLPIEF.

13. Privacy and Data Use

The Greater Latrobe Partners in Education Foundation ("GLPIEF") is committed to protecting the privacy of contest participants and donors while providing a transparent and enjoyable community event.

Information Collected

As part of contest registration and voting, GLPIEF may collect:

• Participant names • Property addresses • Email addresses • Telephone numbers • Photographs and videos of decorated properties • Donor names and contact information • Online voting and donation transaction information

Public Information

By entering the contest, participants acknowledge and agree that the following information may be publicly displayed:

• Participant name(s) • Property address • Photographs and videos of the decorated property • Contest standings, recognition, and award announcements

This information may appear on the contest website, social media platforms, printed maps, promotional materials, news releases, and other communications related to the contest.

Use of Information

GLPIEF may use information collected through the contest for:

• Administration of the contest • Verification of eligibility and voting activity • Processing donations and votes • Communication regarding contest participation • Recognition of winners • Promotion of future Foundation events and fundraising activities • Reporting Foundation activities to stakeholders and supporters

Donor Information

GLPIEF will not sell, rent, or intentionally share donor personal information with third parties for commercial marketing purposes. Donor information may be shared only with service providers necessary to process online payments, maintain records, comply with legal obligations, or conduct Foundation operations.

Payment Processing

Online voting donations will be processed through a third-party payment platform. GLPIEF does not store complete credit card or banking information. Participants and donors agree to the privacy and security policies of the payment processor used for the contest.

Data Security

GLPIEF will take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no electronic transmission or online storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Opt-In Communications

By participating in the contest or making a donation, individuals may receive communications from GLPIEF regarding contest updates, Foundation activities, educational initiatives, and future events. Recipients may opt out of non-essential communications at any time.

Retention of Information

Contest records, donor records, photographs, videos, promotional materials, and related information may be retained by GLPIEF for historical, legal, audit, fundraising, and organizational purposes.

Acceptance of Privacy Terms

By entering the contest, voting, or making a donation, participants and donors acknowledge that they have read and agree to this Privacy and Data Use section and consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of information as described herein.

Questions regarding the contest may be directed to:

GLPIEF | 1816 Lincoln Avenue| Latrobe, PA 15650 Email: office@glpief.org or Phone: 724-539-4200 Ext. 23306

All proceeds from voting benefit educational programs and opportunities for students in the Greater Latrobe School District.

Greater Latrobe Partners in Education Foundation

1816 Lincoln Ave | Latrobe, PA 15650 | Email: office@glpief.org

Holiday Decorating Contest & Fundraiser “Greater Latrobe Deck the District”

Hold Harmless, Liability Waiver, and Participant Consent Agreement

By submitting an entry to the Greater Latrobe Partners in Education Foundation’s Holiday Decorating Contest ("Contest"), I acknowledge and agree to the following:

1. Voluntary Participation

I understand that participation in the Contest is voluntary. By entering the Contest, I willingly choose to make my property available for public viewing as part of the Contest activities.

2. Public Disclosure of Address

I authorize the Greater Latrobe Partners in Education Foundation ("GLPIEF"), Greater Latrobe School District, and their representatives to publish my provided household name, address, photographs of my property, and related Contest information on websites, social media platforms, printed materials, maps, and promotional materials associated with the Contest.

3. Yard Sign Permission

I grant permission for a Contest yard sign to be placed on my property during the Contest period and understand that the sign is intended to identify my home as an official Contest participant.

4. Assumption of Risk

I understand that publicizing my participation may result in increased vehicle and pedestrian traffic near my property. I voluntarily assume all risks associated with participation in the Contest.

5. Release and Hold Harmless

To the fullest extent permitted by law, I agree to release, indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Greater Latrobe Partners in Education Foundation, Greater Latrobe School District, their officers, directors, employees, volunteers, sponsors, agents, and representatives from any and all claims, demands, actions, causes of action, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from or related to:

• My participation in the Contest; • Publication of my address, photographs, or other Contest information; • Placement of a yard sign on my property; • Visitors traveling to, viewing, or voting for my property; • Injury, property damage, theft, vandalism, vehicle accidents, or other incidents occurring on or near my property during the Contest.

6. Voting and Fundraising

I understand that online voting may involve a donation or fee of $1 per vote and that all voting results, eligibility determinations, and Contest decisions are final as determined by GLPIEF.

7. Photography and Marketing Release

I grant GLPIEF and GLSD the right to photograph, record, and use images of my property for educational, fundraising, marketing, promotional, and historical purposes without compensation.

8. No Guarantees

I understand that GLPIEF does not guarantee the security of my property, regulate visitor conduct, provide traffic control, or assume responsibility for any actions of Contest viewers or participants.

9. Acknowledgment

I certify that I am the owner of the property or have the authority of the property owner to enter the Contest and grant the permissions contained in this Agreement.

By submitting my entry, I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and voluntarily agree to the terms of this Hold Harmless, Liability Waiver, and Participant Consent Agreement.