Million Dollar Question 2026: $1,000,000 affordability challenge
The Foundation for Economic Education is running a no-purchase national challenge in which eligible U.S. adults answer an affordability questionnaire for a chance to become a finalist and compete for $1 million.
How to enter
- Visit the official Million Dollar Question website.
- Complete the ten-question affordability questionnaire and submit your entry.
- If selected as a finalist, follow the instructions for the live event in the Atlanta area.
What can I win?
Main prize or benefit: Twelve finalist trips to the Atlanta area, each valued at approximately $2,500, and a $1,000,000 grand prize for the live-event winner.
Main requirements
- Be an eligible legal resident of one of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia.
- Be at least 18 years old and meet the age-of-majority requirement in your jurisdiction.
- Complete the official questionnaire or use the alternate entry method described in the rules.
Important details
- No purchase is required to enter or win.
- Twelve finalists are expected to receive travel support for the live event.
- The $1,000,000 award depends on winning the skill-based live challenge under the official rules.