This week, billionaire philanthropist Mackenzie Scott revealed her latest philanthropic endeavor, donating a significant portion of her fortune to various causes.
Among the beneficiaries, Charlotte-based charities received a total of $6 million, with Carolinas CARE Partnership, Crittenton of North Carolina, and the Camino Community Development Corporation each receiving $2 million.
This contribution is part of a larger initiative, where Scott is distributing $641 million to 361 small nonprofits worldwide, doubling her original commitment made through the initial application process.
MacKenzie Scott donates $640 million — more than double her initial plan — to nonprofit applicants https://t.co/gS3cYAn6Lh
— The Associated Press (@AP) March 19, 2024
Since her divorce from Amazon founder Jeff Bezos in 2019, Scott has embarked on a mission to donate billions from her net worth. She and her team have taken a unique approach by selecting organizations directly, bypassing traditional application processes, and offering substantial, unrestricted funds to support their missions.