Michigan Lottery Club Wins Record-Breaking $4.14M Jackpot

Two-member club bought winning ticket at American Legion Post in Buchanan

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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A two-member Michigan lottery club has hit the largest-ever Fast Cash jackpot, winning $4.14 million. The club bought the winning Detroit Lions Rush for Riches Fast Cash ticket in January at the American Legion Post 51 in Buchanan, about 70 miles southwest of Kalamazoo.

Why it matters

This record-breaking jackpot win is a rare and exciting occurrence for the Michigan Lottery, highlighting the potential life-changing payouts available through its Fast Cash games. The win also underscores the growing popularity of lottery clubs as a way for friends and colleagues to pool resources and increase their chances of winning big.

The details

The 126 Lottery Club initially thought their ticket was only worth $50, but after scanning it on the Michigan Lottery app, they were shocked to see the $4.14 million prize amount. The club members plan to use their winnings to build a house, take a trip to Disney, and save the rest.

  • The winning ticket was purchased in January 2026.
  • The previous Fast Cash jackpot record of $2.39 million was set in March 2025.

The players

126 Lottery Club

A two-member Michigan lottery club that purchased the record-breaking $4.14 million Fast Cash ticket.

American Legion Post 51

The Buchanan, Michigan location where the winning ticket was purchased.

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What they’re saying

“I bought several Fast Cash tickets that night because the jackpot was so high. I looked this ticket over and thought it was a $50 winner, but I scanned it to double check. I got a message to file a claim at the Lottery office, so I scanned it on the Michigan Lottery app. I started shaking when $4.14 million came up on my phone screen!”

— 126 Lottery Club Member

“Winning this kind of money is life-changing.”

— 126 Lottery Club Member

What’s next

The 126 Lottery Club will need to claim their record-breaking $4.14 million Fast Cash prize at the Michigan Lottery office.

The takeaway

This massive jackpot win demonstrates the incredible potential payouts available through the Michigan Lottery's Fast Cash games, and highlights the growing popularity of lottery clubs as a way for friends and colleagues to increase their chances of hitting it big.