The vast majority of entries came from residents who were vaccinated before the sweepstakes began, according to Alaska Chamber data.
"Give AK a Shot"
With Alaska’s vaccine sweepstakes ending soon, Dillingham winner encourages others to get the shot
This is the last week for Alaskans to sign up for the Give AK a Shot sweepstakes.
Here are the first 2 winners of Alaska’s $49K COVID vaccine sweepstakes
Carin Kircher of Valdez won $49,000 in cash while Kodiak student Ethan Benton received a $49,000 scholarship.
Alaska announces weekly $49,000 lottery to encourage COVID-19 vaccination
The first drawing entries are due by Sept. 11, and the first winners will be announced Sept. 16.