$10M Winning Scratch-Off Lottery Ticket Sold in Rockford

A convenience store in Rockford has become the site of Illinois’ latest lottery sensation after selling a scratch-off ticket worth an astounding $10 million, marking the largest lottery prize ever sold at the location and one of the biggest instant win tickets in the state’s recent history.

The winning ticket for the “$10,000,000 Bankroll” game was purchased at Stop N Shop on North Huffman Boulevard, transforming the modest neighborhood store into a local landmark virtually overnight.

Lucky Retailer’s History of Winning Tickets

“We’ve sold a few big winning tickets before, ranging from $100,000 to $900,000,” Stop N Shop manager Raj Patel told WIFR. “I kept saying ‘The next one has to be a million-dollar winner,’ but I never in a million years expected it to be worth $10 million!”

The convenience store, which has been family-operated for over 25 years, has developed a reputation as a lucky lottery retailer, with several significant prizes sold there over the years. However, this $10 million ticket far exceeds any previous winning amount sold at the location.

For selling the winning ticket, Stop N Shop will receive a substantial selling bonus of $100,000, representing one percent of the prize amount, providing a welcome financial boost to the small business.

Plans for Retailer Bonus

Patel shared plans for using the $100,000 bonus in ways that will benefit both the business and the community it serves. A portion will be directed toward employee appreciation, recognizing the staff’s contribution to the store’s success.

The remainder of the bonus will fund much-needed upgrades to the convenience store and support a community celebration planned for the summer. “We’re going to use a portion of the bonus to give back to our employees, who are such an important part of our success,” Patel explained to local media.

This retailer bonus represents a key aspect of the Illinois Lottery’s business model, creating financial incentives for retailers to promote and sell lottery products while sharing in the excitement of significant wins.

Game Details and Remaining Prizes

The “$10,000,000 Bankroll” scratch-off game, launched by the Illinois Lottery in November 2024, features a $50 price point per ticket, positioning it among the premium instant ticket offerings available to players.

This winning ticket represents the first claimed top prize in the game, which initially offered three $10 million top prizes and fifteen $1 million prizes. With this win, two $10 million top prizes and all fifteen $1 million prizes remain in circulation for potential future winners.

According to Illinois Lottery statistics, more than 21.5 million winning instant tickets have been sold so far in 2025, with players collecting over $568 million in prize money across all game formats.

Mysterious Winner

The identity of the $10 million winner remains unknown as of the announcement. Despite the store’s close relationship with its regular customers, the winner has not yet come forward publicly to share news of their good fortune.

“We know most of our customers by name,” Patel noted. “That’s why it’s so surprising we haven’t figured out who the lucky $10 million winner is yet, but we’re hopeful they’ll stop by and share the big news with us soon!”

Illinois Lottery officials remind all winners to sign the back of their winning tickets immediately and keep them in a secure location until they are ready to claim their prize, following the standard protocols for protecting valuable lottery assets.

Community Excitement

News of the winning ticket has generated significant buzz throughout Rockford, with local residents expressing excitement that such a substantial prize was sold in their community. The winning ticket serves as a reminder that life-changing prizes can be won at neighborhood establishments, not just in major metropolitan areas.

“Our customers are just as excited knowing that life-changing lottery prizes really can be won right here in our local store!” Patel shared, highlighting the communal excitement that often accompanies major lottery wins.

The excitement extends beyond just the immediate neighborhood, with lottery players throughout the Rockford area taking note of the lucky location when purchasing their own tickets.

Pattern of Major Wins in the Region

This $10 million win continues a pattern of significant lottery prizes in the greater Rockford region in recent months. Other notable wins include a $500,000 scratch-off prize claimed by a woman in nearby Roscoe and a massive $349 million prize won by a player in Cortland.

The Illinois Lottery offers various instant ticket games at different price points, ranging from $1 to $50, available at approximately 7,000 retailers throughout the state. The higher-priced tickets, like the $50 “$10,000,000 Bankroll” game, typically offer larger top prizes but come with a correspondingly higher purchase cost.

Lottery officials note that all winners should visit IllinoisLottery.com/winning for information on how to claim their prizes, with specific procedures varying based on the prize amount.