Terms

Hallmark Business Connections

Effective May 17, 2010, Gift Certificate Center, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Hallmark Cards, Inc., began doing business under the trade name Hallmark Business Connections.

Prepayment is required on all orders. Methods of payment are:

• ACH/Direct Deposit: We can receive your funds via electronic transfer, such as ACH or a wire transfer.
• Credit Card: We accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Diners Club, and Discover.
• Company Check: Checks are accepted for any order size.

Price and Tax

All federal, state, and local taxes and fees with respect to this order, if any, are payable by Purchaser. Orders which are not shipped within 90 days of the date of this Agreement because of Purchaser's instructions shall be subject to price increase without notice.

Shipping/Delivery Terms

Orders are processed and shipped same day if the order and payment are received by 2:00pm Central time, Monday through Friday. Orders of 5,000 pieces or more will be shipped the following business day. Standard processing includes shipment via Postal Service First Class mail. Priority shipping is available via express carrier or Two-Day for a nominal fee. Freight terms are FOB SHIPPING POINT, Minneapolis, MN 55402. All delivery expenses, including transportation, freight, insurance, and any other shipping costs, shall be for the account of Purchaser. Risk of loss shall pass to the purchaser upon deposit in US Mail or with an express carrier. Unless otherwise instructed, selection of carrier and routing of all shipments shall be at Hall' mark Business Connections discretion.

Reward Choice Certificates and Premiere Choice Awards

• Can be replaced prior to redemption if misplaced or stolen. Please call 800-765-4438
for assistance.
• Can be returned prior to redemption for credit. Returns will be accepted within 1 year of the original order, for credit only. Credit memos will reflect the face value of the awards only. Service fees are nonrefundable.

Gift Certificates

• Cannot be returned or exchanged.
• Expired, lost, or stolen gift certificates cannot be reissued.
• Are fulfilled to the address supplied on the award redemption form. Hallmark Business Connections will not be responsible for lost certificates as a result of non-delivery due to incorrect or illegible addresses or other occurrences outside of our control. Title and risk of loss shall pass to the purchaser upon deposit in the US Mail or with an express carrier.
• Gift certificates are only valid in the US, Puerto Rico or Canada as allowed by merchant. Gift certificates are not valid at international locations.

Retailer Lists

The participating retailer listings are subject to change without notice.

Retailer Copyrights

Hallmark Business Connections is not affiliated with any participating retailers. All registered trademarks are the property of their respective retailers.

Amazon.com is not a sponsor of this promotion. Amazon, Amazon.com, the Amazon Gift Cards logo and the Amazon.com logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Amazon.com Gift Cards ("GCs") may be used only to purchase eligible goods on Amazon.com or its affiliated website Endless.com. GCs cannot be redeemed for purchases of gift cards. GCs cannot be reloaded, resold, transferred for value, redeemed for cash, or applied to any other account. For complete GC terms and conditions, see http://www.amazon.com/gc-legal. GCs are issued and © 2010 by ACI Gift Cards, Inc., a Washington company.

American Airlines® is not a sponsor of this promotion, is not responsible for it and is not affiliated with Hallmark Business Connections. American Airlines Gift Cards may be used only at AA.com and AA Reservations for travel on American Airlines, American Eagle®,  AmericanConnection® carriers, as well as AA* code-share flights, and oneworld® carriers. Please refer to https://giftcards.aa.com/terms.jsp for complete terms and conditions of use.

Applebee’s IP LLC. is not affiliated with the sponsor of this promotion and shall not be considered a sponsor or co-sponsor of this program.  Applebee’s IP LLC shall not be liable for delivery of any gift cards promised, earned, purchased or otherwise offered through this program.  “Applebee’s” and the Applebee’s logo are used with permission of Applebee’s International, Inc. and such marks constitute registered trademarks or service marks of Applebee’s IP LLC.  Terms and conditions are applied to gift cards.  Please see the Applebee’s gift card for additional terms and conditions, which are subject to change at the sole discretion of Applebee’s IP LLC.

Barnes & Noble is not a sponsor or co-sponsor of this promotion. Please visit www.bn.com for terms and conditions of use. Barnes & Noble is not liable for any alleged or actual claims related to this offer.

Bath & Body Works is not a sponsor of this promotion and is not affiliated with the sponsor of this promotion.  The Bath & Body Works® name and logo are registered trademarks of Bathco, Inc.

Bed Bath & Beyond ® is not affiliated with Hallmark Business Connections, nor is it a sponsor of this promotion.   Terms and conditions apply to gift cards.  Bed Bath & Beyond ® is a registered trademark.

Belk is a registered trademark. Use of the Belk name is by permission of Belk Stores Services, Inc. Belk is not a participating partner or sponsor of this promotion or offer. Please refer to the back of the Belk Gift Card for terms and conditions of use.

BEST BUY® is not affiliated with the sponsor of this promotion. Best Buy does not sponsor, endorse, approve or have any responsibility for this promotion. BEST BUY, the BEST BUY logo and the tag designs are trademarks of BBY Solutions, Inc.

Best Western Travel Card® can be used to pay for charges at more than 4,100 Best Western® hotels worldwide. Travel Card is fully transferable. Not exchangeable for cash in part or other substitutions and no change will be given. Travel Card cannot be replaced if lost, stolen or destroyed. Travel Cards do not expire. Terms are void where prohibited by law. Issued in Arizona, USA, by Best Western International, Inc. Best Western International, Inc. is not a sponsor or co-sponsor of this program and is not affiliated with Hallmark Insights. Each Travel Card is subject to terms and conditions as published at www.travelcard.bestwestern.com. Terms and conditions subject to change without notice. The Best Western name and logo are service marks or registered service marks of Best Western International, Inc. Each Best Western hotel is independently owned and operated. All rights reserved.

BLOCKBUSTER GiftCards® are subject to complete terms and conditions found on GiftCards and/or packaging.  It may be applied to the cost of any eligible merchandise sold or rented at participating BLOCKBUSTER® stores and online at blockbuster.com.  It cannot be used to purchase BLOCKBUSTER GiftCards or any third party gift card.  Membership rules and certain restrictions apply for renting.  For complete terms and conditions, or to locate the store nearest you, visit blockbuster.com.  BLOCKBUSTER is not a sponsor of or affiliated with this promotion or program.  BLOCKBUSTER name, design and related marks are trademarks of Blockbuster Inc.© 2010 Blockbuster Inc. All rights reserved.

Bloomingdale's is not a sponsor of this promotion, is not responsible for it and is not affiliated with the sponsor of this promotion. Bloomingdale's Gift Cards may be used only at Bloomingdale's stores and online at bloomingdales.com. Please refer to back of Gift Card for complete terms and conditions of use.

Borders® and Waldenbooks® are not sponsors of this promotion/program. See back of gift card for complete terms and conditions, which are subject to change at Borders/Waldenbooks' sole discretion. © 2010 Borders, Inc.

Brinker International® (Chili's®, Macaroni Grill®, Maggiano’s®, On The Border® ) is not affiliated with the sponsor of this promotion.

The Bullseye Design and Target are registered trademarks and Target GiftCard is a service mark of Target Brands, Inc. All rights reserved. Terms and conditions are applied to GiftCards. Target is not a participating partner in or sponsor of this offer.

Darden Restaurants, Inc. owns (Red Lobster®, Olive Garden®, LongHorn Steakhouse®, Bahama Breeze®, Seasons 52®) and is not affiliated with the sponsor of this promotion.  Darden is not a sponsor or co-sponsor of this program.  Use of our restaurant names, logos or trademarks requires written approval from Darden.  See backside of gift card for additional terms and conditions or visit www.dardenrestaurants.com/legal.asp.

Eddie Bauer® is a registered trademark of Eddie Bauer, Inc. Eddie Bauer is not a sponsor of this promotion. Eddie Bauer Gift Cards are subject to all terms and conditions printed on the gift cards and are subject to change at Eddie Bauer's sole discretion.

Exxon Mobil Corporation is not a sponsor or co-sponsor of this promotion.  The Exxon and Mobil logos are registered trademarks of Exxon Mobil Corporation or one of its subsidiaries. ExxonMobil Gift Cards are issued and sold by SVM, an Illinois Limited Partnership.

Foot Locker is neither a sponsor nor co-sponsor of this promotion.

THE HOME DEPOT® is a registered trademark of Homer TLC, Inc. Hallmark Business Connections is not affiliated with The Home Depot®. Gift certificates for The Home Depot® will be issued as a gift card. The Home Depot® is not a sponsor of this promotion.

Kohl's® is not a sponsor of this promotion and is not affiliated with Hallmark Business Connections. KOHL'S® and KOHL'S® brand names are trademarks of Kohl's Illinois, Inc.

Landry's Restaurants, Inc. (Chart House Restaurant™, Landry's® Seafood House, Landry's® Signature Group, Rainforest Café®, Saltgrass® Steak House) is not affiliated with the sponsor of this promotion.

LOWE'S® and the GABLE MANSARD DESIGN are registered trademarks and service marks of LF, LLC. Lowe's® is not affiliated with Hallmark Business Connections.

Major League Baseball® entities are not affiliated with Hallmark Business Connections, nor are they a sponsor of this promotion. MLB.com gift certificates will be delivered as codes. See http://shop.mlb.com  for terms and conditions. Gift Codes are non-refundable and are not redeemable for cash, unless required by applicable law. Gift codes void where prohibited. Major League Baseball trademarks and copyrights used with permission of MLB Advanced Media, L.P.  All rights reserved.

Macy’s is not a sponsor of this promotion, is not responsible for it and is not affiliated with the sponsor of this promotion. Macy’s Gift Cards may be used only at Macy’s stores and online at macys.com. Please refer to back of Gift Card for complete terms and conditions of use.

Marriott is not a sponsor of this promotion. Marriott is a registered trademark of Marriott International, Inc. All rights reserved.

OSI Restaurant Partners, LLC (Outback Steakhouse of Florida, LLC, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, LLC, Bonefish Grill, LLC), is not a sponsor or co-sponsor of this promotion. Please see back of gift card for terms and conditions of use.

Pier 1 Imports® is not affiliated with this promotion nor the sponsor company.   Pier 1 and Pier 1 Imports are registered trademarks of Pier 1 Services Company.

The Ritz-Carlton is not a sponsor or co-sponsor of this promotion. The Ritz-Carlton is a registered trademark of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. See reverse side of Currency for complete terms and conditions.

Sears Holdings Management Corporation participation is not an in-store offer and is not a sponsor of this promotion. Fulfillment of gift cards will be done through Hallmark Business Connections. Gift cards are subject to all terms and conditions printed on the gift cards and are subject to change at Sears Holding Management Corporation’s discretion.

This program provided by a third party sponsor company. Staples is neither a sponsor of this promotion nor an affiliate of Hallmark Business Connections. See Staples gift card for complete terms and conditions of use.

Sunoco® is not a sponsor or co-sponsor of this promotion. Use of this Sunoco Gift Card is subject to terms and conditions printed on the cards. Sunoco Gift Cards are issued and sold by SVM, LP. SUNOCO and logo are registered trademarks of Sunoco, Inc. and its subsidiaries.  

Gift Certificates Terms

Each retailer establishes its own policies. Gift certificates feature specific retailer terms and conditions, including expiration date and any cash back policies.

Prepaid Cards

Prepaid cards are fulfilled to the address supplied. Hallmark Business Connections will not be responsible for lost cards as a result of non-delivery due to incorrect or illegible addresses or other occurrences outside of our control. Title and risk of loss shall pass to the purchaser upon deposit in the US Mail or with an express carrier.

Prepaid cards cannot be returned or exchanged without incurring processing fees.

Cardholder Fees:

  Replacement Fees   $10 per card  
    
    

Expired cards cannot be reissued

Prepaid cards are valid wherever Visa is accepted in the case the issued card is a Visa. Prepaid cards are issued by West Suburban Bank pursuant to a license by Visa U.S.A. Inc. Click here to view the Prepaid Cardholder Agreement for Visa.

Prepaid cards are valid wherever MasterCard is accepted in the case the issued card is a MasterCard. Prepaid cards are issued by KeyBank National Association pursuant to a license from MasterCard International Incorporated.
Click here to view the Prepaid Cardholder Agreement for MasterCard.

Unredeemed Awards and Expired Certificates

In order to offset the costs and expenses of maintaining unredeemed Premiere Choice Awards on its books and records, Ha llmark Business Connectionsreserves the right to assess a service charge not to exceed $2.00 per month on any Premiere Choice Awards that are not redeemed within 24 months of issuance.

Expired RCC cannot be redeemed or reissued.

Force Majure

Hallmark Business Connections shall not be liable for any delays in the delivery of orders, due in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, to fire, acts of God, strike, shortage of raw materials, supplies or components, retooling, upgrading of technology, delays of carriers, embargo, government order or directive, or any other circumstance beyond Hallmark Business Connections reasonable control. Purchaser agrees that Hallmark Business Connections shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential or special damages which may result from any such delays.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Hallmark Business Connections be liable for any indirect, consequential or special damages and in all cases Hallmark Business Connections' liability shall not exceed the purchase price of the Award or Certificate. APPLICABLE LAW: This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the internal laws (and not the laws of conflicts) of the State of Minnesota. INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE: Purchaser must inspect delivered Awards and/or Certificates and report claim for damages or shortages in writing within ten (10) days of delivery or the Awards and/or Certificates shall be deemed irrevocably accepted and such claims shall be deemed waived.

SMS Text Messaging Terms

Hallmark Business Connections customers can opt-in to receive SMS notifications of their order status from Hallmark Business Connections via short code HBC411 (422411).  If customers elect to receive SMS notifications, they are required to opt-in on the activation page at hallmarkbusiness.com.  Message and data rates may apply.  

Those Customers who choose to receive SMS notifications to their mobile phones must review and agree to these additional terms:

  • By opting-in, you consent to receiving text messages from us which may include offers from us, our affiliates and partners. You can unsubscribe at any time from the service by sending STOP to 422411. For can receive help at any time from the service by sending HELP to 422411.
  • You represent that you are the owner or authorized user of the wireless device you use to subscribe for the service, and that you are authorized to approve the applicable charges.
  • We will not be liable for any delays or failures in your receipt of any SMS messages as delivery is subject to effective transmission from your network operator and processing by your mobile device. SMS message services are provided on an AS IS, AS AVAILABLE basis.
  • Data obtained from you in connection with this SMS service may include your cell phone number, your carrier’s name, and the date, time and content of your messages and other information that you may provide. We may use this information to contact you and to provide the services you request from us, and to otherwise operate, develop and improve the service. Your wireless carrier and other service providers may also collect data about your SMS usage, and their practices are governed by their own policies.
  • The service and the content and materials received through the service are proprietary to us or our licensors, and is for your personal, non-commercial use only.
  • You shall not damage, impair, interfere with or disrupt the service or its functionality.
  • The service is available only in the United States on the following carriers: AT&T, Alltel Mobile Communications, Inc., Dobson (Cellular One), Cricket Wireless (Leap), Western Wireless, Cincinnati Bell Wireless (CBW), US Cellular, T-Mobile US, Guam Wireless - Hafatel, Guamcel, Midwest Wireless, NTelos, Nextel, Verizon Wireless, and Sprint.
  • We reserve the right to alter charges and/or these terms and conditions from time to time. We may suspend or terminate the service to you if we believe you are in breach of our terms and conditions. Your service is also subject to termination in the event that your wireless service terminates or lapses. We may discontinue the service at any time. 

Miscellaneous

If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable in any respect, the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions shall not be affected. All clerical errors are subject to correction. The failure of Hallmark Business Connections to enforce at any time any of the provisions of the Agreement shall not be construed to be a waiver of such provisions nor the right of Hallmark Business Connections to enforce such provisions in the future. Purchaser may not assign any rights under this Agreement without the written consent of Hallmark Business Connections. Purchaser shall have no right to set off amounts due with respect to one transaction for claims under any other transaction with Hallmark Business Connections. Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall be resolved, if not sooner settled, by a state or federal court of competent jurisdiction located in Minneapolis or St. Paul, Minnesota, U.S.A., and the Purchaser hereby irrevocably submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts.

Updated 6/18/2010