Woman Wins $188 Million Lotto Prize But Ends Up Losing Control Over Her Life

Giving Back To The Community

Marie discussed with Pastor Matthews about her willingness to give at least 10% of her total in hand amount. She wanted this money to go towards the building of a retreat. As per her, the agreement was of donating $1.5 million to the church which was quite a good amount to give. And being generous towards those who stood on her side is the best thing one can do, right?

Her Donation

This happens a lot where a lotto winner decides to donate a large amount of their prize to the place or community they believe in. However, Marie’s donation was one of the biggest ever given to a particular house of worship. Many people promised and gave huge amounts to monks, fathers or priests but Marie was appreciated everywhere for her work.

From Poor To Rich

Marie’s life is a perfect example of the statement, “more money more problems.” Marie was hoping it to be the biggest day but in reality, this money was about to cause her great troubles. She obviously never lived or felt what richness is like. 

More Money, More Problems

Marie settled on $1.5 million dollars to be given to the community in two installments. It was a direct verbal agreement with Kevin. Marie paid the first installment, ie, $700,000 on time soon after she won the lottery money. Meanwhile, Marie was preparing to give her second and final installment, pastor Kevin’s demand suddenly raise.

Unacceptable

Marie was in shock to see pastor Kevin’s changed behavior. He didn’t want a few more bucks rather he was looking for more millions of dollars. The man didn’t say a word to Marie rather decided to sue her for $10 million. Till this point of time, Marie couldn’t understand why he did that.

Verbal Agreement

Kevin Matthews stated in front of the press, that Marie had denied their agreement of giving the second installment. Hence, Kevin said that he’ll sue Marie for $9.3 millions more. Although there wasn’t any written contract about this Kevin was determined to go ahead with the case. The pastor said that he already made arrangements with the dealers and other financial commitments were made too. He could no longer take a step back as he had already given his words.