Nassau County Man Scores $1 Million Lottery Prize

A Nassau County resident is celebrating a life-changing win after landing a $1 million second-prize jackpot in the New York Lottery’s VIP Millions scratch-off game.

The lucky winner, Joseph Armenti, chose to take a one-time cash payout and received $405,034 after required tax withholdings.

Winning Ticket Details

• Prize: $1 Million Second Prize
• Game: VIP Millions Scratch-Off
• Ticket purchased in Farmingdale, Long Island

The winning ticket was sold at a local grocery store in Farmingdale, turning an ordinary purchase into an unforgettable moment.

More Big Prizes Still Available

Players still have plenty of opportunities to win, with:

• 9 remaining $1 million second prizes
• 2 remaining $5 million top prizes

The VIP Millions game continues to offer some of the biggest scratch-off prizes in New York.

Beyond creating winners, the New York Lottery generates billions of dollars that help support public education across the state. During the 2024–2025 fiscal year, Nassau County school districts received more than $250 million in Lottery Aid to Education funding.

The New York Lottery remains the largest and most profitable lottery operation in North America, contributing billions of dollars annually to New York’s public schools.