The Massachusetts State Lottery is calling upon players to check their tickets as two significant prizes from January 2025 remain unclaimed, creating a sense of urgency among residents.
In a notable case, a $100,000 Mass Cash Prize that was drawn on January 20, 2025, from West Main Gas & Diesel in Hyannis is still waiting for its owner. The winning numbers for this prize are 10-16-17-18-31, and the deadline to claim it is January 21, 2026.
Another considerable prize of $50,000 for Powerball remains unclaimed as well. This prize was won at Morrissey Boulevard Wines & Liquors in Dorchester on January 18, 2025. The winning numbers, including the Powerball, are 14-31-35-64-69, with the Powerball being 23. Players interested in claiming this prize have until January 20, 2026, to do so.
It’s essential for players to remember that they have a year from the drawing date to claim any prizes. If not claimed within this timeframe, the funds will revert back to the Lottery’s net profit, which supports the 351 cities and towns across the Commonwealth.
Claiming prizes is straightforward: amounts up to $103,000 can be processed at various Lottery claim centers located in Braintree, Dorchester, Lawrence, New Bedford, West Springfield, and Worcester. However, prizes exceeding this amount must be claimed directly at Lottery headquarters in Dorchester.
For those eager to play, the Mass Cash game holds drawings twice daily at a cost of $1 per play, where players can either select five numbers from 1-35 or opt for Quick Pick. Powerball, on the other hand, has draws every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, requiring a $2 ticket to pick five numbers from 1-69 and one Powerball number from 1-26.
Players are encouraged to check their tickets promptly, as missing out on these prizes not only affects personal fortunes but also diminishes the contributions that could benefit local communities in Massachusetts.