2021 Annual Report Available
By November 1 of each year, the Nebraska Lottery is required by law to deliver its written annual report to the Governor and the Legislature. The report is a public record.
The 2021 Annual Report and Resource Guide (for the fiscal year that began on July 1, 2020, and ended on June 30, 2021) contains a number of notable highlights.
Operations
The continuing coronavirus pandemic opened up new ways of engaging and retaining players. Steps were taken to convert retailer equipment and systems. A series of Facebook Live giveaways replaced in-person event cancelled due to the pandemic.
Product Developments
One lucky Nebraska Powerball player participated in the national Powerball First Millionaire of the Year promotion. Sales of Nebraska Lottery Scratch tickets increased due to partnerships with Nebraska organizations and new prize structures.
Strong Sales
Sales of all Nebraska Lottery games (Scratch and Lotto) for the fiscal year totaled $205.2 million.
Beneficiary Fund Contributions
Total contributions to Nebraska Lottery beneficiary funds passed $831 million with the June quarterly transfer. During the fiscal year, Nebraska Lottery beneficiary funds received a total of $48.1 million.
Beyond these highlights, the 2021 Annual Report and Resource Guide contains information about general operations and major winners claimed at Nebraska Lottery claim centers.
Click here to view the Nebraska Lottery 2021 Annual Report and Resource Guide (PDF, 35 pages)
Published on 10/25/2021