Bronx Pair Splits $1 Million New York Lottery Scratch-Off Prize

Two lucky Bronx residents just turned a simple scratch-off into a $1,000,000 payday — and yes, it’s real!

Shiao Tan and Manesan In hit the top prize on the New York Millionaire scratch-off from the New York Lottery. Instead of annual payments, they chose the lump-sum option and split it evenly. After required taxes, each walked away with $205,101 in cash. Not a bad day at all!

Where was the lucky ticket sold?

The winning ticket was purchased at
La Tiedita Dona Fide 2
2589 Saint Raymonds Ave., Bronx

At the time of the announcement, one top prize was still up for grabs on the New York Millionaire scratch-off — meaning someone else could be next.

The Bigger Picture

The New York Lottery isn’t just about big wins — it’s a major contributor to education funding:

• ?? $4.3 billion in scratch-off sales during fiscal year 2024–2025

• ? $1.4 billion directed to school districts across the five boroughs

• ? Recognized as North America’s largest and most profitable lottery

• ? $3.6 billion contributed to New York public schools in fiscal year 2024–2025

So while two Bronx players are celebrating their million-dollar moment, lottery sales are also helping fund classrooms across the state.