What happens if the funding pool grows significantly?
If the total funding increases, the M2C program can support more participants, provide larger grants, or launch additional charitable projects. All changes will be announced on our website as the program expands.
Who organizes this program?
The M2C program is organized as a non-profit initiative, powered by Mike42 and partners.
What is the starting grant amount and how is it determined?
Starting grant is $1,000,000. As participation increases, the total grant pool may grow. Updates will be announced on this website.
Why is participation free?
This is a charitable project. You don’t pay anything to submit your prediction. Sponsors and partners cover operational costs.
How can I verify the results?
Results are posted on our website under the “Results” page. You can also cross-check them on the official Powerball and Mega Millions websites.
Who can participate?
Currently, participation is open worldwide, one entry per person per event.
What is M2C?
A free, non-profit “prediction” program run by Mike42 and partners. No payment or purchase is required at any time. One free entry per event.
Who operates this program?
Mike42 (a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit) coordinates the program. M2C is the program’s concept and public name. Sponsors may assist with grants.
Is it a lottery or gambling?
No. It’s a free promotional prediction program. Void where prohibited. Participants must be 18+.
What does “one entry per event” mean?
Each person can submit one free prediction per scheduled event (e.g., Monday Powerball). Duplicate entries (by email/IP/device) may be filtered.
Which numbers do I pick?
Exactly like the official games: 5 main numbers + the bonus ball (Powerball or Mega Ball), using the same number ranges.
When do entries close?
Entries close at 7:00 PM CT on the official draw day of each event.
How are grant recipients determined?
We compare all entries against the official Powerball/Mega Millions draw results. A grant recipient matches all five main numbers plus the bonus ball.
How are results verified?
We post results on our Results page and cross-check against the official sites (links below). Participants can verify independently on the official sites.
How will I be contacted?
Grant recipients are contacted via the email used in the entry. If we can’t reach a winner in 7 days, we may select an alternate per the Rules.
What data do you collect?
We collect only what’s needed to run the program (e.g., email and numbers). See our Privacy Policy for details.
Where can I see official draw results?
Powerball: powerball.com — Mega Millions: megamillions.com (links to the official YouTube channels are also available on our Results page).