Nebraska American Legion 2025-2026 Lottery Winners Announced
News Release
Lincoln (February 11, 2026) – The Nebraska American Legion, held the drawing for its annual lottery fundraiser at their Mid-Year Conference on January 18 in Norfolk. All proceeds of the lottery are used to support our Nebraska American Legion Programs.
The $2,500 grand prize winner was James Hilger of Omaha. Duane Deterding of North Platte won $1,000, and Ronald Lemm of Omaha won $500. The five $200 winners were: Marvin Brummond of Wayne; David Dietze of Gretna; Richard Egging of Gurley; Duane Horseman of Gretna; and Thomas Jensen of Omaha. The five $100-dollar winners were: Doug Frahm of Amelia won twice; Don Nelson of Clay Center won twice; and KayLynn Novak of Emerson.
Congratulations to all our winners. The Department wishes to express its sincere gratitude to all those that took part in this lottery. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.
The American Legion is dedicated to the motto of “Veterans Strengthening America.” Chartered by Congress in 1919, The American Legion is committed to mentoring youth and sponsoring wholesome community programs, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security, and continued devotion to servicemembers and veterans. Legionnaires in more than 12,500 posts across the nation and regions overseas serve their communities with a devotion to mutual helpfulness.