Sears offers early Black Friday sweepstakes for Facebook fans

Hoffman Estates, Ill. Sears is offering a pre-Black Friday sweepstakes content through its Facebook page.

The company is giving 25 Facebook members the chance to avoid the crowds and win an opportunity to shop for the retailer's Black Friday deals early.

"The Sears Black Friday VIP Sweepstakes is a great way for Facebook fans and Sears customers to get a head start on their Black Friday shopping, whether it's home electronics or toys, Sears has gifts for anyone's wish list," said Don Hamblen, Sears' chief marketing officer.

Now through Nov. 19, consumers can visit the Sears Facebook Page (facebook.com/sears) and register for the Black Friday VIP Sweepstakes and the opportunity to win a Sears $500 gift card. Registrants will then automatically be entered into a secondary drawing for an additional $500 gift card and a VIP preview shopping experience in 25 participating markets.

"Facebook is a natural way for us to reach our loyal customers and 'fans' to reward them with an exclusive opportunity and fun way to shop and take advantage of Sears Black Friday Deals," Hamblen said.