Cathedral City, California residents celebrated as one lucky individual secured a Mega Millions lottery jackpot worth over $2 million this week. The exhilarating win came as the sole winning ticket holder matched all five white ball numbers drawn on Tuesday: 2, 49, 50, 61, and 70, resulting in a grand prize of $2,151,945, according to the California Lottery.
The winning ticket, purchased for $2 at a local Stater Bros. Market, brought joy and excitement to the fortunate winner. While missing out on the Mega Ball and the Megaplier Prize, the resident’s accomplishment was still significant.
Following this win, the Mega Millions jackpot escalated to an eye-popping estimated $687 million due to no jackpot winners in the recent drawing. The unfolding excitement is set to continue with the next Mega Millions jackpot drawing scheduled for March 8.
California Lottery, which has been a substantial contributor to the state’s public education system since its inception in 1985, has raised an impressive $43.8 billion for schools around the state. In Fiscal Year 2022, the lottery achieved a remarkable record-high contribution of $2.07 billion towards California education, supporting K-12 programs, equipment, and other educational needs.
Approximately 80% of the lottery’s proceeds are allocated towards K-12 education, offering schools the resources needed to maintain programs and access advanced equipment, according to information shared on the lottery’s website. This significant contribution plays a vital role in supporting educational initiatives across California.
This fortunate win serves as a prime example of the exciting opportunities presented by the Mega Millions lottery and highlights the positive impact generated by lottery contributions towards public education in the state. As California residents anticipate the next drawing, the hope of securing a life-changing jackpot prize continues to captivate players across the Golden State.