A lucky New York resident is celebrating a life-changing win after hitting big in the state’s Million Dollar Raffle.
Dale Davis, from Pavilion, walked away with a $1 million top prize in the New York Lottery’s special raffle event. The drawing took place on October 26, 2025, and was part of a promotion marking the 200th anniversary of the Erie Canal.
Instead of taking payments over time, Davis chose the lump sum option, bringing home $651,000 after taxes—a solid payday by any standard.
🎟️ Where the Winning Ticket Was Sold
The winning ticket was picked up at:
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BW’s Restaurant
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11070 Perry Road in Pavilion
For reference, Pavilion sits about 43 miles east of Buffalo.
💰 Not the Only Big Winner
Davis wasn’t alone in this raffle. In total:
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15 players each won $1 million
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Winning tickets were also sold across several counties, including:
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Bronx
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Chenango
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Dutchess
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New York County
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Queens
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Schenectady
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Suffolk
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Westchester
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📊 A Lottery That Gives Back
The New York Lottery isn’t just about big wins—it also plays a major role in education funding. In the 2024–2025 fiscal year, it contributed an impressive $3.6 billion to public schools across the state.
⚠️ Need Help?
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, support is available through New York’s confidential HOPEline. Help is just a call or text away.
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