SPRINGFIELD - As Illinois marks Lottery Week from July 14 to 18 and approaches National Lottery Day on July 17, the Illinois Lottery has released notable statistics from fiscal year 2025, highlighting significant winnings and contributions to state programs. Between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025, 38 Illinois residents became millionaires by winning $1 million or more. Overall, players claimed a total of $2.6 billion in prizes during this period. Retail partners also benefited, earning an estimated $172 million in commissions and bonuses. A substantial portion of lottery proceeds, approximately 99%, was allocated to the Common School Fund, which supports K-12 education funding across Illinois. Additionally, specialty scratch tickets generated funds for various charitable causes, including The United Negro College Fund, Alzheimer’s and breast cancer research, homelessness prevention, HIV/AIDS support services, Special Olympics Illinois, veterans’ assistance, and multiple
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