Shira Simmonds, mother of 4 and founder of Ping Rewards found inspiration while standing in line at Target. As she watched a mother juggle a baby and her cell phone while digging through her diaper bag for her coupons, a light bulb went off in her head. She realized that one thing moms never leave home without is their phone and came up with the idea of digital coupons via mobile phones.
Companies such as 1-800-Flowers, ESPN Shop, Footlocker.com, Blockbuster.com and Toys R Us allow Ping Rewards users to receive text based discounts and special offers on their mobile phone. When you register for Ping Rewards you are able to customize your interests so you’ll only receive relevant or local offers.
One of the first Ping Rewards I received was from Toys R Us: Get up to 60% off in the Toys R Us Clearance store plus an extra 10% when you spend $100 or more on clearance merchandise.
If you already have a text plan with your mobile carrier, check out Ping Rewards! It’s a free service and yet one more way to help you save your hard earned money.
this is a great idea. I’m going to try it!