MacKenzie Scott has donated $19 billion. The impact? 'Transformational,' new study says
As part of her divorce settlement with Jeff Bezos in 2019, MacKenzie Scott pledged to donate half of her wealth - about $38 billion - to charities.
Research Shows MacKenzie Scott's Large, Unrestricted Gifts Create Sustained Impact for Nonprofits and Communities
A new report released today by The Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP) provides evidence that MacKenzie Scott's large, unrestricted gifts – a departure from prevailing philanthropic norms – have helped strengthen nonprofits' financial stability and increased their community impact,
MacKenzie Scott’s philanthropy: She has donated $19 billion so far — who are the beneficiaries
MacKenzie Scott, the ex-wife of Jeff Bezos, has donated $19 billion over the past five years to more than 2,000 organisations. Her philanthropic approach centres on providing unrestricted donations to nonprofits,
Mackenzie Scott's restriction-free gifts have huge impact, study finds
Ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has an uncommon style of giving that has brought meaningful change to charities, a new report finds.
MacKenzie Scott’s Uniquely Generous Philanthropic Method Pays Off, Study Finds
Nearly 40 percent said Scott’s donation resulted in them intending to stay in their current role for a longer period of time. Ninety percent of the surveyed organization leaders reported no negative consequences linked to Scott’s grant,
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5 Things We Just Learned About MacKenzie Scott’s Giving
A new report released Tuesday by the Center for Effective Philanthropy reveals that Scott’s gifts have been a boon for grantees, enhancing their long-term finances, leadership, and local communities ...
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Wokeness Comes to Philanthropy
A recent survey from the Center for Effective Philanthropy of 800 foundations found that 75 percent “had initiated efforts to support nonprofits that serve communities of color.” And according ...
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Viewpoint: Two types of philanthropy
The Center for Effective Philanthropy is in the middle of conducting a study into the substantial impact of Scott’s giving. At our United Way, I have taken to referring to her contributions as ...
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Remembering Michael Bailin: Philanthropy’s Best Supporter — and Critic
At the same time, he was a gentle spirit who offered unconditional support. As Phil Buchanan, president of the Center for Effective Philanthropy, wrote in a remembrance of Mike following his death, ...
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A Decade of Outcome-Oriented Philanthropy
Join SSIR Academic Editor Johanna Mair and Phil Buchanan, Center for Effective Philanthropy, for an armchair interview with Paul Brest on October 11, 2012, at Stanford University.
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Center on Wealth and Philanthropy
The Center on Wealth and Philanthropy (CWP) was a multidisciplinary research center specializing in the study of spirituality, wealth, philanthropy, and other aspects of cultural life in an age ...