The funds collected will be distributed in part to assist those affected by the earthquakes that struck central Italy on 24 August and 30 October, and in part to aid the homeless.
The Lottery will end on 2 February 2017 with the drawing of the winning tickets.
Tickets cost 10 euros each and are on sale on Vatican territory and through the website: www.vaticanstate.va
For further information you can write to the Events Coordinator of the Governorate of Vatican City State: eventi@scv.va