Lerynne West
The Callum Foundation
Retired gran of six, West will share the million jackpot with a mystery winner from New York City, who is yet to claim the prize. She won with the numbers 08-12-13-19-27, and a Powerball of 04. Lerynne West steps forward to claim a $343.9 million Powerball jackpot, the largest prize in Iowa history Monday, Nov. A single mom who won $343.9 million in a recent Powerball drawing.
DES MOINES, Iowa — An Iowa woman who shared a nearly $700 million Powerball lottery jackpot has donated $500,000 to a veterans group.
Lerynne West Redfield Iowa
Lerynne West announced on the Ellen DeGeneres Show broadcast Wednesday that she gave the money to the Travis Mills Foundation. The Maine-based organization offers programs for disabled veterans and their families that include retreats in Maine, sporting events and other activities.
Before announcing her gift, West recounted buying the winning ticket at a convenience store in the small Iowa community of Redfield, then leaving it on the floor of her sister's pickup. After submitting her ticket to officials, she promised to use her winnings to help others.
West says it's important 'that we never forget the sacrifices our soldiers and families make for our country.'
Lerynne West Real Instagram
Robert Bailey of New York City bought the other winning ticket.