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last updated May 16, 2012

You can spend hours every day entering Web contests, and there are many people who do just that - simply looking for a chance to land a free gift certificate, or to test their knowledge in a trivia championship.

You can also ferret out those once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to hit it big in mega-prize big money sweepstakes offered by major companies.

However, as you surf around we suggest you think twice about entering ANY contest or survey that requires payment to participate, or that asks for credit card or personal details, and in all cases read all contest terms and conditions carefully.

Otherwise, what have you got to lose? Just up ahead, discover some of the best contests we've found for the current month sponsored by major companies giving away top prizes of products, cars, and mainly - cash!

Meanwhile, check back often as we frequently make updates as new contests roll in. Have fun...and good luck!

Our favorite contests for May - June 2012 - BIG MONEY PRIZES

Glee - Discover Your Firsts Sweepstakes
This Chevy-sponsored contest offers a grand prize of a new 2012 Chevy Sonic, along with a second prize of $10,000 cash -- and a third prize consisting of lots of Glee swag and merchandise.
End Date: May 27, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. PT
Eligibility: USA, 18+

Carhartt - How Are Your Hands Changing the World Contest
Become a fan of Carhartt on Facebook and enter to win a $10,000 grand prize by describing how the work you do makes the world a better place. Become one of nine runners-up and receive a $100 Carhartt gift certificate.
End Date: May 28, 2012 at 11:59 p.m. ET
Eligibility: USA and Canada (-PQ), 19+

O-Cedar - 2012 Make Your Life Easier Sweepstakes
Just fill out the easy entry form for your chance to win a $5,000 cash prize. Enter every day up until the May 31 deadline to increase your chances to win the grand prize... and start making your life easier!
End Date: May 31, 2012 at 11:59 p.m. CT
Eligibility: USA, above the age of majority

Clorox 2 - Catch and Win Sweepstakes
Visit their Facebook and hit the "Like" button to participate in Clorox's big cash giveaway of $15,000 or any one of hundreds of instant prizes including gift cards and many other prizes.
End Date: May 31, 2012 at 11:59 p.m. ET
Eligibility: USA, 18+

HGTV Green Home 2012 Giveaway
Hit the jackpot with this triple threat giveaway of a new custom-built eco-house, a 2012 GMC SUV, and $100,000! What's more, you can enter twice daily at HGTV AND at HGTV Remodels.com to double your chances of winning. Good luck!
End Date: June 1, 2012 at 5PM ET
Eligibility: USA, 21 +

Our favorite contests for May - June 2012 - TRAVEL + CASH PRIZES

Pottery Barn - Hawaiian Dream Vacation Sweepstakes
Enter Pottery Barn's Hawaiian Dream Vacation Sweepstakes and you could win a 5-day luxury trip for four to Hawaii including round-trip airfare, oceanfront suite, and more worth nearly $22,000.
Entry Frequency: 1 x daily per person/email
End Date: May 23, 2012 at 11:59 p.m. ET
Eligibility: USA and Canada, 18+

Disney - Phineas and Ferb Summer to Remember Sweepstakes
Enter to win a trip to Disney World with hotel, theme park tickets and a Disney gift card or one of 104 Target gift cards worth $50 each. Registration at the Disney site is necessary to enter.
Entry Frequency: 1 x daily
End Date: May 27, 2012 at 11:59 p.m. PT
Eligibility: USA, 18+

Hilton HHonors - Come Dream With Us Sweepstakes
Enter to win a trip for four to the London Olympics including airfare, hotel, and tickets for four to select Summer Olympic events. In addition to the Grand Prize, Two more winners will receive a First Prize trip for two to the Olympics. Registration in the Hilton HHonors is necessary to enter..
Entry Frequency: One time per email
End Date: May 31, 2012 at 11:59 p.m. ET
Eligibility: USA, above the age of majority

Budweiser - MLB All-Star Game Sweepstakes
Enter to become one of two people to win a trip for four to Kansas City, Missouri for the 2012 MLB All-Star Game including round trip airfare, hotel, and $500 spending money.
Entry Frequency: 1 x daily per person/email
End Date: June 02, 2012 at 1:59 p.m. CT
Eligibility: Open to residents of the US (void in CA), 21+

US Airways Vacations - Million Miles Sweepstakes
Enter to win a million US Airways bonus miles and a VIP trip to Disney World including 4 first-class airfare tickets.
Entry Frequency: 1 x daily per person
End Date: June 04, 2012 at 11:59 p.m. MT
Eligibility: USA, 21+

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Online Sweepstakes.com - Find the latest and greatest sweepstakes listed by most current, with additional lists of giveaways and prizes by type of prize, entry frequency rules, eligibility by country, plus links to promotional sites and other resources for additional info about winning online.

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Grandma Jam's Sweepstakes Guide - Browse related resources and details on recipe and trivia contests, survey participation prizes, games and puzzle prizes and a separate guide to types of prizes along with big ticket car and boat sweepstakes.

Contest Hound - Easily navigable to categories including trivia, creative contests, instant win, lottos and pay to enter with more link lists to online fun and games.

Contest Guide.com - Current news on contests from top companies in an easy-to-follow table listing sponsor, deadline date and prize amounts.

Scholastic - Games & Contests - Fun from a respected name in children's education with entry for kids' contests with prizes ranging from free video games to U.S. savings bonds.

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