$5M Scratch-Off Win Locks in 20 Years of Steady Cash
A lucky win just turned into a long-term payday in New York.
The Bluestone Living Trust out of Pawling scored a $5 million top prize from the Lottery’s Bonus 100X scratch-off game—and instead of a lump sum, they’re going with steady cash over time.
? Here’s how the payout breaks down:
- About $162,756 every year for 20 years (after required withholdings)
- The game’s full prize structure is $250,000 per year for two decades
The winning ticket was picked up at a local shop on Route 22 in Pawling, a small town roughly 57 miles north of Manhattan.
? More chances still out there:
- 2 top prizes worth $5 million each are still unclaimed in the Bonus 100X game
? Big picture numbers:
- Scratch-off games pulled in over $4.3 billion in sales during the 2024–2025 fiscal year
- Schools in Dutchess County alone received $54.2 million in education funding from lottery proceeds
Players can stay updated on scratch-off prizes and availability through official game reports.
And if gambling ever stops feeling fun, support is available through New York’s confidential HOPEline via call or text.