Summary
- While exploring North Carolina, a Georgia resident decided to try their luck with a scratch-off game.
- The man was taken aback by the incredible news: he had just won the top prize of $1 million in the North Carolina Education Lottery's $1,000,000 Bonus Match game.
- Exciting prizes are still waiting to be claimed from the beloved game.
A resident of Fitzgerald, Georgia experienced a stroke of extraordinary luck during a visit to North Carolina, walking away with a million-dollar prize from a scratch-off game that’s popular among many. Just this week, the North Carolina Education Lottery announced that this lucky individual scored one of the top prizes in the $1,000,000 Bonus Match game, securing a staggering $1 million payout.
The winner will take home the entire $1m prize via annuity payments
A lucky man snagged his winning lottery ticket at Minuteman Food Mart on North Roberts Avenue in Lumberton. To his amazement, the $10 scratch-off resulted in an incredible $1 million jackpot. Visiting North Carolina for work, he didn't hesitate to reach out to the North Carolina Education Lottery to claim his fortune. Faced with a choice, he had to decide between receiving yearly annuity payments or opting for a lump sum payout. Choosing the first option would mean receiving $50,000 annually over 20 years. The alternative was an immediate payout of $600,000. Instead of following the common path of taking the lump sum, the Georgian opted for the annuity. This choice led him to collect his first $50,000 installment, with 19 more to come. After federal and state taxes in North Carolina, he found nearly $36,000 added to his account. The winner chose to keep his plans for this unexpected windfall private.
Three top prizes remain in play from the $10 scratch-off ticket
On August 29, 2025, something exciting hit the shelves: the $1,000,000 Bonus Match scratch-off ticket. Although the game is still fresh, less than a month old, it's already creating lucky winners. Out of five top prizes of $1 million, two have quickly been claimed, leaving three still waiting for a fortunate find. With odds of 1 in 1,479,636, those who dare to dream big still have a chance to make it a reality. The game also tantalizes with tempting tier two prizes of $50,000, offering the same odds. Remarkably, four out of five of these prizes are yet to be won. The tier three prize, a cool $10,000, comes with odds of 1 in 369,909. Initially, there were 20 prizes in this category, and there are still 16 just waiting to be discovered. For those aiming for something more modest, don't worry; there are plenty of prizes ranging from $5,000 down to $10 still to be claimed. This game is more than just a scratch-off; it's a journey where dreams can be held in the palm of your hand.
