Mississippi Lottery Sends Nearly $9.5 Million to State in October 2026

The Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) transferred nearly $9.5 million to the state in October 2026, continuing its support for public projects and education.

The latest payment totaled $9,466,155.80, bringing the Lottery's contributions for Fiscal Year 2027 to $39.74 million.

Since launching in November 2019, the Mississippi Lottery has contributed an impressive $858.12 million to the state.

Where Does the Lottery Money Go?

Lottery proceeds help fund important programs and improvements across Mississippi, including:

• Infrastructure: Supporting road and transportation projects through the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT).

• Education: Funding educational programs through the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE).

These contributions highlight the Lottery's ongoing role in supporting Mississippi's infrastructure and educational needs.