The Economic Times

Jeff Bezos's ex-wife MacKenzie Scott has given over $1 billion to HBCUs: From a $42 million gift to Elizabeth City State to $80 million for Howard University, heres the full list

Jeff Bezos ex-wife MacKenzie Scotts donations: MacKenzie Scott has donated more than $1 billion to historically Black colleges and universities. Her latest gift of $42 million went to Elizabeth City State University. Scotts donations are largely unrestricted, giving institutions significant flexibility in how they use the funds. She has donated billions of dollars to various causes, including education and community development. Other billionaires are also increasing their support for these vital institutions.