The 2026 Iditarod Winter Raffle drawing was held at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 19, 2026, during the Mat-Su Outdoorsman Show in Wasilla, Alaska—a fitting setting that reflects the spirit of community and outdoor tradition at the heart of the Iditarod.
This year, fifty-five (55) raffle participants shared in $200,000 in cash prizes, including forty-nine (49) $1,000 awards, five (5) $10,000 awards, and one (1) $101,000 grand prize. While these winnings are worth celebrating, the greater impact of the raffle lies in what it makes possible.
Proceeds from both the Winter and Summer Iditarod Raffles are vital to sustaining the mission of the Iditarod Trail Committee: preserving the historic Iditarod Trail, honoring Alaska’s rich mushing heritage, and ensuring the continued running of The Last Great Race on Earth®. Every ticket purchased represents more than a chance to win—it is a direct investment in the future of the race, the care of the canine athletes, and the continuation of a uniquely Alaskan tradition that brings together communities from Anchorage to Nome.
The Iditarod Trail Committee extends its sincere congratulations to all 2026 Winter Raffle winners. More importantly, we offer our deepest gratitude to every supporter who participated. Your commitment and generosity play an essential role in making the Iditarod possible, and in carrying forward a legacy that means so much to Alaska and to fans around the world.
Please see below for the complete list of 2026 Iditarod Winter Raffle winners:
|
Prize Number |
Prize Amount |
Ticket Number |
Winner |
|
1 |
$101,000 |
4809 |
Cecelia McKinley |
|
2 |
$1,000 |
4071 |
Darla Pindell |
|
3 |
$1,000 |
2421 |
Jim Johnson |
|
4 |
$1,000 |
5082 |
Stephen Proctor |
|
5 |
$1,000 |
3666 |
Diane Darling |
|
6 |
$1,000 |
3483 |
Mickey Prettyman |
|
7 |
$1,000 |
3529 |
Beverly Greve |
|
8 |
$1,000 |
3093 |
John Youngblood |
|
9 |
$1,000 |
1716 |
Michael Allain |
|
10 |
$1,000 |
1034 |
Barbara Chen |
|
11 |
$10,000 |
2885 |
Ken Granger |
|
12 |
$1,000 |
1898 |
Shari Larson |
|
13 |
$1,000 |
4007 |
Jo Wood |
|
14 |
$1,000 |
2565 |
Ellen Guthrie |
|
15 |
$1,000 |
4360 |
Bruce Hopper |
|
16 |
$1,000 |
1537 |
Helen Anawrok |
|
17 |
$1,000 |
1574 |
Brian Heyano |
|
18 |
$1,000 |
2109 |
Tamara Milner |
|
19 |
$1,000 |
2240 |
Ian Halstead |
|
20 |
$1,000 |
4819 |
Harold Pavilla |
|
21 |
$1,000 |
882 |
Sonja Hill |
|
22 |
$10,000 |
131 |
Kaylene Killbear |
|
23 |
$1,000 |
2052 |
Emma Kopylov |
|
24 |
$1,000 |
2464 |
Robert Jones |
|
25 |
$1,000 |
5161 |
Steve Kevan |
|
26 |
$1,000 |
4541 |
Jean Pellerin |
|
27 |
$1,000 |
2544 |
Denice Demeris |
|
28 |
$1,000 |
905 |
John Klotunowitch |
|
29 |
$1,000 |
926 |
Harley Huntington |
|
30 |
$1,000 |
1210 |
David Snow |
|
31 |
$1,000 |
427 |
James Moore |
|
32 |
$1,000 |
713 |
Mark Van Driessche |
|
33 |
$10,000 |
870 |
Claudia Rocha |
|
34 |
$1,000 |
1583 |
Jay Belcher |
|
35 |
$1,000 |
2063 |
Christy James |
|
36 |
$1,000 |
3369 |
Alaska Active Tours |
|
37 |
$1,000 |
105 |
Bethany Kaiser |
|
38 |
$1,000 |
4290 |
Bill Stearns |
|
39 |
$1,000 |
2640 |
Miriam Rader-Downing |
|
40 |
$1,000 |
1442 |
Clive Siegle |
|
41 |
$1,000 |
2163 |
Lorraine Emerson |
|
42 |
$1,000 |
5187 |
Terry Kozarik |
|
43 |
$1,000 |
2907 |
Betty Bonin |
|
44 |
$10,000 |
4838 |
Jesse Ackerson |
|
45 |
$1,000 |
3653 |
Elizabeth Fleming |
|
46 |
$1,000 |
5059 |
Eddie Maxwell |
|
47 |
$1,000 |
2524 |
David Eilertsen |
|
48 |
$1,000 |
2344 |
Cindy Cyganiak |
|
49 |
$1,000 |
725 |
Letha Anderson |
|
50 |
$1,000 |
1616 |
Dell Dimmerling |
|
51 |
$1,000 |
4234 |
Mary Hoffman |
|
52 |
$1,000 |
369 |
Marcus Vale |
|
53 |
$1,000 |
977 |
Edward Doerr |
|
54 |
$1,000 |
2433 |
Michael Havens |
|
55 |
$10,000 |
3403 |
William Kramer |
