The Florida Lottery has surpassed $50 billion in contributions to the Florida Educational Enhancement Trust Fund (EETF) as of January, marking a significant milestone for the program since its launch in 1988.
The funding supports public schools, higher education, and vocational training programs across the state, including the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program, which helps students pursue college degrees and technical training. Since 1988, more than 1 million students have been sent to colleges, universities, and technical schools in Florida through the Bright Futures program.
Florida Lottery Acting Secretary Reginald D. Dixon said the milestone reflects the participation of lottery players across the state. “Every ticket purchased helps fund classrooms, scholarships, and programs that empower students to reach their full potential,” Dixon said.
Since its founding, Florida Lottery games have paid out more than $104.8 billion in prizes and produced more than 4,475 millionaires. The lottery reinvests 99 percent of its revenue back into Florida’s economy through prize payouts, retailer commissions to more than 13,600 locations statewide, and transfers to education.
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