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MacKenzie Scott Donates $640 Million, Doubling Philanthropic Pledge

The Amazon co-founder's latest round of donations targets a broad range of causes, sparking both praise and criticism.

  • MacKenzie Scott, Amazon co-founder, donates $640 million to over 360 nonprofits, doubling her initial pledge.
  • The donations target a wide range of causes, including equity, climate change, immigration, and transgender rights, among others.
  • Criticism arises from Elon Musk and some media outlets, highlighting a divide in perspectives on philanthropy.
  • Scott's philanthropic approach is characterized by unrestricted gifts and a focus on organizations aiding underserved communities.
  • Since 2019, Scott has donated a total of $17.2 billion to various nonprofit organizations.
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