The provided source material contains information about promotional activities and free offerings from a brand called Prone To Wander, as well as information about a safety program for families affected by autism. The sources also include general articles about consumer psychology and printable freebies, which do not directly relate to a specific brand's sample program but offer context regarding consumer behavior and digital freebies.
Prone To Wander Brand Promotions and Giveaways
Prone To Wander L.A. is described as a company that designs products featuring God's Word to serve as daily encouragement. According to the source material, the company produces phone cases, banners, art prints, and other gifts.
Phone Case Reviews and Giveaways
In a review of Prone To Wander products, the author mentions receiving phone cases to review. The cases described include: * "Blessed" in bloom: A Freehand Calligraphy clear case. * "Seek First His Kingdom": A Boheme Tribal Design case quoting Matthew 6:33. * "Love Never Fails": A favorite saying of the reviewer.
The source states that these cases are made of quality TPU, offering protection while remaining thin enough for easy pocket access. The reviewer notes that the ink does not come off the case. Along with the review, a giveaway is mentioned where readers can enter to win a phone case from Prone To Wander.
Digital Freebies
The source material indicates that Prone To Wander sells other gifts, including banners and art prints. Additionally, the brand offers "Freebies such as phone wallpaper calendars." No specific details regarding how to access these digital freebies or eligibility requirements are provided in the text.
Safety Programs for Autism
The National Autism Association (NAA) offers a program called the "Big Red Safety Box." This is described as a free resource for families.
Eligibility and Availability
To qualify to receive a Big Red Safety Box, the recipient must meet specific criteria: * The individual must be diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. * The individual must be at risk of wandering or bolting from a safe environment. * The offer is limited to one box per family. * Previous recipients are not eligible.
Processing and Terms
Recipients must agree to the terms and conditions associated with the program. The source advises that interested parties should allow up to three weeks for the request to be processed and delivered. At the time of the source's writing, English language boxes were reported as out of stock, though English digital copies were available via email after approval. Spanish language boxes were available. The program relies on donations to cover the cost of providing the boxes to families in need.
Consumer Psychology and Shopping Behavior
While not directly related to a specific free sample program, the provided sources include information regarding consumer behavior that impacts how free samples and promotional offers are received.
The Impact of Sensory Engagement
According to one source, sensory engagement such as smell and taste—like offering free samples of Christmas cookies—is an effective method for inviting customers into a store. Research suggests that these samples trigger saliva glands, creating hunger which makes consumers more likely to purchase items.
Touching merchandise also plays a role in purchasing behavior. Studies cited in the source suggest that touching an object can make a shopper willing to pay more for it. This occurs through three mechanisms: 1. Information: Touching provides tactile information (weight, texture) not available otherwise. 2. Pleasure: Enjoyment of the feel of an object (e.g., cashmere). 3. Ownership: A psychological sense of ownership, which increases the perceived value of the item.
Shopping Momentum
The source material discusses "shopping momentum," a phenomenon where purchasing a single item shifts a shopper's mindset from deliberation to action. This can lead to further purchases, sometimes impulsively. This concept is relevant to promotional offers that serve as the initial "trigger" purchase.
Digital Printables and Free Downloads
The source material includes references to digital freebies, specifically printables. These are described as downloads available in PNG and PDF formats. While the specific brand context is limited, the sources mention themes such as "Summer Squared" and holiday-specific designs (e.g., Juneteenth). These freebies are described as "forever free" downloads, with the caveat that they are not intended for commercial use.
Conclusion
Based on the provided source material, Prone To Wander is a brand that engages consumers through product reviews and giveaways, specifically of their phone cases, and offers digital freebies like phone wallpaper calendars. Separately, the National Autism Association provides a free safety box program for eligible families, subject to availability and specific eligibility criteria. The sources also highlight general consumer psychology principles, noting that sensory engagement (taste, touch) and shopping momentum can influence purchasing behavior, which is relevant context for understanding the effectiveness of free samples and promotional offers.