Mackenzie Scott makes record-breaking donation to the Girl Scouts, biggest individual contribution ever!

The largest single donation in the history of Girl Scouts of the United States of America and its 29 branches was made by American novelist MacKenzie Scott, who gave $84.5 million to the organization.

The Covid-19 outbreak caused a 30 percent decline in Girl Scout enrolment, leaving the annual cookie sales inadequate to support the organization.





Sofia Chang, the Girl Scouts CEO, said the "investment in girls" would help the organization bounce back. Other initiatives include supporting volunteers and employees and strengthening camp structures against climate change. Additionally, the donation will facilitate science and technology education and aid in expanding the organization's reach into underprivileged communities.

Additionally, the donation will facilitate science and technology education and aid in expanding the organization's reach into underprivileged communities.

Fewer than 2% of total annual philanthropy in the United States benefited organizations that primarily served women and girls before Scott's gift to the Girl Scouts.

FAQs

How much did Scott donate in the past two years?
Mackenzie Scott has contributed almost $12 billion in donations since 2019, including a $275 million donation to Planned Parenthood in 2021.

What is the net worth of Mackenzie Scott?
Mackenzie Scott obtained a 4 per cent ownership stake in the company of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos as a part of their divorce settlement. She is worth $34.7 billion.

When was the Girls Scouts formed?
The Girl Scouts of the USA were founded in Savannah, Georgia, in 1912 and have since expanded to 111 councils nationwide, with a presence in every zip code.