FAQ

Questions about your Illinois Lottery 2nd Chance Account 

Q: How do I update my personal information that I submitted when I registered?

A: Log in using the email address and password that you registered when you joined. Then click on My Profile to go to your player account page and make any needed updates. Click Submit at the bottom of the form when you are finished.  

 

Q: What should I do if I can't remember my password? 

A: Reset your password. 

 

Q: What should I do if I encounter a problem with the Illinois 2nd Chance website?  

A: Click on Feedback to submit your question or problem. We will assist you via return email. The more details you can provide the better chance we will have of quickly resolving an issue. 

 

Questions about Entries and Tickets 

Q: Which tickets are eligible for the Illinois ROAD TO $1 MILLION drawings? 

A: Any eligible non-winning ROUTE 66™ ROAD TO $1,000,000! instant ticket for Illinois Lottery that you purchase during the promotion period of the game are eligible. One ticket is required per entry. 

 

GAME NUMBER ELIGIBLE SCRATCH TICKETS TICKET PRICE ENTRIES AWARDED LAUNCH DATE
7366 ROUTE 66™ ROAD TO $1,000,000! $5 5, 10, 15, 20, or 25 6/2/20

 

 

Q: Can I enter the Illinois 2nd Chance drawings more than one time? 

 

A: Yes, a player may enter a maximum of 25 entries per day based on the specified instant game. Each entry requires the submission of an eligible non-winning ROUTE 66™ ROAD TO $1,000,000! instant ticket for Illinois Lottery that has not yet been submitted. 

  

Q: How can I be sure that my internet entry has been submitted?  

A: When you submit an entry, a record of it appears at the bottom of your Enter Now page. If the entry is recorded there, you can be assured that it is in the system. 

 

Q: What is the entry deadline for the Illinois 2nd Chance drawings? 

A: All entries are due by 11:59:59 PM CST on the drawing deadline. 

 

Q: Can I throw away my tickets after submitting them into the Illinois 2nd Chance drawing?  

A: Yes, a ticket is not required to claim prize. You may wish to keep the tickets for your records. 

 

Q: When will the ROUTE 66™ ROAD TO $1,000,000! instant tickets be available for purchase?  

A: The ROUTE 66™ ROAD TO $1,000,000! instant games will launch on June 2, 2020. 

 

Questions about Winners 

Q: What are my chances of winning the prize in the Illinois 2nd Chance drawings?  

A: Your odds of winning are based on the total number of entries received for the drawing and the total number of entries that you have submitted.  

 

Q: How will I be notified if I win the prize? 

A: If your entry is selected, you will be notified by the Lottery using the contact information in your player account so please make sure that all of your information is up-to-date.  All winners’ information will be posted on the Drawings and Winners page after winners have been verified. 

Play Responsibly. Must be 18 in order to play. Gambling problem? Crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed at 1-800-GAMBLER. For more info or to exclude yourself call 1-800-252-1775 or visit Illinoislottery.com.

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