Columbia, South Carolina, September 22, 2025
News Summary
The South Carolina Education Lottery announces the draw results for Pick 3, Pick 4, Cash Pop, and Palmetto Cash 5. Winning numbers include Pick 3 at 6-3-8 with a FIREBALL of 5 and Pick 4 at 0-7-4-3, also with a FIREBALL of 5. Players are reminded of the claiming process for prizes, with deadlines in place.
Columbia, South Carolina – The South Carolina Education Lottery announced the draw results for multiple games held on September 21, 2025, featuring the evening Pick 3, Pick 4, Cash Pop, and Palmetto Cash 5 results.
The winning numbers for the evening Pick 3 are 6-3-8, with a FIREBALL of 5. The evening Pick 4 results show numbers 0-7-4-3, also accompanied by a FIREBALL of 5. In the Cash Pop game, the winning number is 01, while the Palmetto Cash 5 results feature the numbers 01-02-10-11-17.
For residents hoping to claim their prizes, the process varies depending on the amount won. Winnings up to $500 can be redeemed immediately at any authorized South Carolina Education Lottery retailer by simply presenting a signed winning ticket. For winnings between $501 and $100,000, winners must mail a signed ticket, a claim form, and a copy of a government-issued photo ID to the South Carolina Education Lottery Claims Center. In contrast, for amounts exceeding $100,000, winners are required to claim their prizes in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters in Columbia. For these larger claims, a signed winning ticket, claim form, government-issued photo ID, and Social Security card must be presented.
Furthermore, winners of large prizes have the option to set up an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for direct deposit of their winnings. As a reminder, prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the draw date for draw games.
In addition to the draw results, the South Carolina Education Lottery has reported significant milestones in 2025. To date, the lottery has raised $546.8 million for state students, bringing the total since its inception in 2002 to $8.9 billion. This success has been largely credited to the increasing popularity of scratch-off tickets and the Palmetto Cash 5 game.
In an exciting twist for lottery enthusiasts, the Powerball jackpot has escalated to $850 million, making it the sixth-largest prize in the game’s history. Should someone win this colossal jackpot, they can either opt for a one-time cash payment of $383 million or receive the full amount in 30 installments over 29 years. The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot stand at an astonishing 1 in 293 million.
Summary of Lottery Results and Claim Information
| Game | Winning Numbers | FIREBALL |
|---|---|---|
| Pick 3 | 6-3-8 | 5 |
| Pick 4 | 0-7-4-3 | 5 |
| Cash Pop | 01 | N/A |
| Palmetto Cash 5 | 01-02-10-11-17 | N/A |
Claiming Prize Overview
- Winnings up to $500: Redeem at retailers
- $501 to $100,000: Mail ticket, claim form, ID
- Over $100,000: In-person claims required
- Claims deadline: 180 days
2025 Lottery Funding Contributions
- Total raised: $546.8 million
- Total since 2002: $8.9 billion
- Key contributors: Scratch-off tickets, Palmetto 5
Powerball Update
- Jackpot amount: $850 million
- Cash option: $383 million
- Winning odds: 1 in 293 million
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- How can I claim my lottery prize?
- Your method of claiming depends on the amount won. Prizes up to $500 can be redeemed at authorized retailers. For larger amounts, follow the outlined process of mailing or in-person claiming.
- What is the deadline to claim lottery prizes?
- All lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the draw date.
- What should I do if I win over $100,000?
- You must claim your prize in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters in Columbia.
- How much has the South Carolina Education Lottery raised in 2025?
- The lottery has raised $546.8 million for students in the state this year alone.
- What options are available for claiming a Powerball jackpot?
- You can choose between a lump sum cash payment or installment payments over 29 years.
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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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