EuroMillions-winning family leave town amazed by what they spend £42m jackpot on
The winning family from Saint-Michel has remained anonymous since their 2009 windfall (stock)(Image: Google Maps)
TL;DR
- A family won over £42 million (€50 million) on EuroMillions in 2009 in Saint-Michel, France.
- They have continuously supported the town's 3,200 residents through various projects for 17 years.
- Initial contributions included settling a nursing home's debt and donating to a 'Housing for All' scheme.
- They have funded the local school's cafeteria and upgraded its facilities, allowing 180 pupils to buy meals for €1.50.
- The winning family has remained anonymous and kept their identities private.
- The town's mayor praised their civic responsibility and the community's benefit from the windfall.
- France is the second-highest country for EuroMillions jackpot winners after the UK.