Overview
- Xavier University announced the $38 million award on Nov. 18, describing it as the largest private donation in the school’s history.
- The university said the gift is unrestricted and will support affordability efforts, expanded student services, and stronger pathways to help students succeed.
- The contribution is Scott’s second major gift to Xavier, following a $20 million donation in 2020.
- The award comes during Scott’s latest giving surge to HBCUs, which totals more than $700 million, including $80 million for Howard and $63 million each for Prairie View A&M and North Carolina A&T.
- Local compilations now count Scott’s giving in Louisiana at about $219.7 million across nearly 50 organizations.