"I'm a web designer and was talking to a YC company about designing their site ....a whopping grand prize of $200. They kindly let me know that they would love

"I'm a web designer and was talking to a YC company about designing their site ....a whopping grand prize of $200. They kindly let me know that they would love for me to enter." Apparently they think everyone places zero value on their time as well. I think this also shows a certain maturity level and knowledge of business on their part regardless of the direction they have chosen. It would have been more appropriate to show an understanding of how things work and give you a softer landing. As in "we decided we didn't want to spend money on a designer and have decided to go another route. Thanks for your time and effort." By the way I think I figured out who you are and you do nice work. (100 billion beverage cans?).