A Monsey, NY family is celebrating an incredible turn of events after a local resident struck it big with one of the New York Lottery’s most lucrative scratch-off games.

Henya Fried was recently confirmed as the grand prize winner of the “Set for Life” instant game after purchasing the lucky ticket in Spring Valley. The top prize allows winners to choose between receiving $5,000 every week for the rest of their lives or accepting a one-time cash payout valued at approximately $3.46 million before taxes.

Lottery officials say the lifetime option guarantees annual payments totaling $260,000 before taxes for the first 20 years. Should the winner outlive that period, the weekly payments continue for the rest of their life, making it one of the state’s most valuable recurring lottery prizes.

State records show that prize documents were finalized on June 25, 2026, giving Fried the opportunity to select her preferred payout option and complete the required paperwork.

The winner’s husband, Meir Fried, is a familiar face in the Monsey community, where he serves as Customer Service Manager at Rockland Kosher Supermarket. Known for his warm personality and dedication to helping customers, he is widely recognized by residents throughout the area.

News of the win has spread quickly through Monsey, with friends and neighbors extending warm congratulations to the Fried family on their extraordinary and life-changing blessing.