Background and Relevance
The Mexican government, through the National Lottery, announced a special draw (No. 303) scheduled for September 15, in support of Mexican migrants residing in the United States. This act symbolizes social justice and a cross-border embrace.
Key Figures
Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, the President of Mexico City, emphasized that funds generated from ticket sales, after prize distributions, will strengthen support for Mexican migrants via Mexico’s consulates in the US.
Lottery Details
- Four million tickets will be issued at a cost of 200 pesos each, with an estimated revenue generation of 100 million pesos (mdp).
- Tickets are available for purchase starting July 25 from a network of 8,300 retail points across Mexico and online via the website alegrialoteria.com.
- The accumulated value of the lottery is over 424 mdp, with a major prize (255 mdp) split into ten prizes of 25.5 mdp each.
Prize Structure
- 10 prizes of 25.5 mdp each
- 5 prizes of 10 mdp each
- 5 prizes of 5 mdp each
- 15 prizes of 1 mdp each
- 18 prizes of 500,000 pesos each
- 25 prizes of 250,000 pesos each
- 50 prizes of 100,000 pesos each
- 2 prizes for approximations of 1.1 million pesos
- 2 prizes for approximations of 550,000 pesos
- 3,999 prizes for 7,000 pesos ending
- 3,999 prizes for 5,000 pesos ending
- 39,999 refunds
Significance and Context
The draw date, September 15, holds significance as it marks Mexico’s Independence Day and the start of Hispanic Heritage Month in the US, uniting both nations.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the purpose of this special lottery draw? The draw aims to support Mexican migrants in the US by strengthening assistance provided through Mexico’s consulates.
- When and where can tickets be purchased? Tickets are available for purchase from July 25 at 8,300 retail points across Mexico and online via alegrialoteria.com.
- What is the total amount accumulated for prizes? The accumulated value exceeds 424 mdp, with a major prize of 255 mdp divided into ten prizes of 25.5 mdp each.
- What is the estimated revenue from ticket sales? The lottery is expected to generate approximately 100 mdp in revenue.
- What dates are significant for this draw? September 15 is Mexico’s Independence Day and the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month in the US, symbolizing unity between the two nations.
