Florida Lottery announces life-changing winners for the month of July 2025 with multi-million dollar prizes claimed across the state

Tampa, Florida – July 2025 proved to be a month of life-changing luck for several Florida residents, as the Florida Lottery announced a string of top prize winners across multiple scratch-off games. From weekly life-long payouts to multi-million-dollar prizes, these winners walked away with substantial winnings, each choosing a one-time lump-sum payment to claim their fortune.

One of the month’s biggest winners was Ramon Cabo, 68, of Lakewood Ranch, who claimed the $10,000 a week for life top prize from the $10,000 A WEEK FOR LIFE Scratch-Off game at Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee on July 25. Cabo, who purchased his winning ticket from Walmart at 6225 E. State Road 64 in Bradenton, opted to receive his winnings as a lump-sum payout of $7,752,000. The $20 game offers over $225 million in total cash prizes, with four top prizes of $10,000 a week for life. The overall odds of winning are 1 in 2.96, giving players a substantial chance to strike it big.

Earlier in the month, Shuangjie Fan, 31, of Wellington, captured the $5,000 a week for life top prize from the $5,000 A WEEK FOR LIFE Scratch-Off game. Fan claimed her winnings at the Lottery’s West Palm Beach District Office on July 2, choosing a one-time lump-sum payment of $3,897,000. She purchased her ticket from Wellington Marathon at 2741 S. State Road 7 in Wellington. The $10 game boasts over $158 million in total cash prizes and four top prizes of $5,000 a week for life, with overall odds of winning at 1 in 3.30.

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Miami also saw its share of winners this month. Juan Bonilla, 48, of Miami, claimed the $2 million top prize from the SILVER STREAK Scratch-Off game at Florida Lottery Headquarters on July 7. Bonilla purchased his ticket from Exprezo at 1901 N.W. 54th St. in Miami and selected a lump-sum payout of $1,195,000. The $10 SILVER STREAK game, which launched in September 2024, features four top prizes of $2 million and 358 prizes of $10,000, offering over $104 million in total cash prizes. The game’s overall odds of winning are 1 in 3.44.

The West Palm Beach District Office also celebrated another winner when Tricia Richardson Roberts, 46, of Lauderhill, claimed a $1,000 a week for life top prize from the $1,000 A WEEK FOR LIFE Scratch-Off game on July 14. Richardson Roberts purchased her ticket at Publix at 550 N. Pine Island Road in Plantation and chose a one-time payout of $779,200. The $2 game features four top prizes of $1,000 a week for life and over $30 million in total cash prizes, with overall odds of winning 1 in 4.19.

The Florida Lottery’s scratch-off games are designed to provide a mix of smaller prizes and life-changing jackpots, attracting players across the state. Each game features multiple top prizes and a range of cash prizes that can transform winners’ lives. From the $1,000 a week game to the $10,000 a week for life game, Florida residents have ample opportunities to test their luck and potentially walk away with substantial winnings.

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“The thrill of winning a Florida Lottery scratch-off is life-changing,” said a spokesperson for the Florida Lottery. “From large multi-million-dollar prizes to weekly payouts for life, each winner has a unique story of luck and timing. The games not only offer excitement but also give back to the community through revenue for education and public programs.”

In accordance with Florida Statutes, Chapter 24, the names of lottery winners and their city of residence are public record and may be released after 90 days. Florida’s lottery system has consistently attracted attention for its wide range of prize options, from modest weekly payouts to multi-million-dollar jackpots, ensuring that residents across the state have the opportunity to win big.

July’s winners demonstrate the broad reach of the Florida Lottery and the transformative impact of scratch-off games. From Tampa to Miami, these lucky Floridians now have newfound financial security, proving that sometimes, a single ticket can truly change a life.