Columbia, South Carolina, September 22, 2025
News Summary
The South Carolina Education Lottery has released the winning numbers from its latest draw. Players can win significant amounts in games like Pick 3, Pick 4, and Palmetto Cash 5. Prize claim procedures vary based on the amount won, with regulations ensuring players properly claim their winnings. The lottery continues to significantly contribute to educational programs throughout the state, showcasing its role in supporting local initiatives.
Columbia, South Carolina — September 21, 2025
The South Carolina Education Lottery announced the winning numbers and prize claim procedures for its latest draw on September 21, 2025. The results include several popular games, with significant jackpots currently generating considerable public interest.
Winning Numbers and Results for September 21, 2025
- Evening Pick 3: 6-3-8, FIREBALL: 5
- Evening Pick 4: 0-7-4-3, FIREBALL: 5
- Cash Pop: 01
- Palmetto Cash 5: 01-02-10-11-17
Prize Claim Procedures and Payout Options
Lottery players who win up to $500 can claim their prizes immediately at any authorized South Carolina Education Lottery retailer. To do so, winners must sign the back of their ticket and present it at the retailer for a quick payout. Tickets are validated on the spot, and winners receive cash immediately.
For prizes ranging from $501 to $100,000, winners must mail their signed winning ticket along with a completed claim form and a government-issued photo ID to the South Carolina Education Lottery Claims Center. The process ensures security and verification before the prize is disbursed, typically through a check sent to the winner’s address.
Winning amounts exceeding $100,000 require winners to claim their prize in person at the Lottery Headquarters located in Columbia. For these large prizes, winners must provide the signed winning ticket, a completed claim form, a government-issued photo ID, and their Social Security card. Winners may also choose to set up an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for direct deposit into their bank accounts, streamlining the payout process for substantial winnings.
Payout Deadlines and Timeframes
All prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the respective draw date. Failure to claim within this period will result in the forfeiture of the prize, emphasizing the importance of timely processing.
Recent Lottery Contributions and Popular Games
In 2025, the South Carolina Education Lottery has contributed a total of $546.8 million towards education programs across the state. Since its inception in 2002, the lottery has raised a cumulative total of $8.9 billion, supporting various educational initiatives from kindergarten through higher education.
The success of the lottery continues to rely heavily on the popularity of scratch-off tickets and the Palmetto 5 cash game, which remains among the top choices for players seeking quick and straightforward odds of winning.
Powerball Jackpot Surges to $850 Million
Meanwhile, the Powerball jackpot has climbed to $850 million ahead of the upcoming drawing, making it the sixth-largest prize in the game’s history. Players have the choice of a one-time cash payment of approximately $383 million or opting for the annuity option, which provides the full amount in 30 payments over 29 years.
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are very slim, approximately 1 in 293 million, underscoring the difficulty of claiming the top prize.
Summary
- The latest South Carolina Education Lottery results include Pick 3, Pick 4, Cash Pop, and Palmetto Cash 5.
- Prize claim procedures vary based on the amount won but typically include immediate retail payout for smaller wins and mailing or in-person visits for larger sums.
- State education funding from lottery proceeds continues to grow, supporting educational initiatives across South Carolina.
- The Powerball jackpot’s recent surge highlights one of the largest prizes in the game’s history, attracting significant player interest.
Players are advised to claim their winnings within the designated period and to follow the specified procedures for their respective prize amounts. The continued success and contributions of the South Carolina Education Lottery demonstrate its role in supporting educational development throughout the state.
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online: South Carolina Lottery Results
- Wikipedia: South Carolina Education Lottery
- NC Lottery: Johnston County Man Wins $10 Million
- Google Search: South Carolina Lottery
- WIS TV: SC Education Lottery Raises Over $500M
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- UPI: North Carolina Education Lottery Celebrates 40th Birthday
- Google News: Lottery News
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