MacKenzie Scott Donates $640 Million to Empower Marginalized Groups, Including $3 Million to LGBTQ Causes

MacKenzie Scott donated $640 million to 361 community-led nonprofits, more than double her original $250 million pledge
The nonprofits focus on advancing opportunities for low-income families and marginalized groups
At least 14 LGBTQ nonprofits received funding, including HIV support groups and LGBTQ community centers
A Minnesota LGBTQ advocacy group received $2 million, its largest donation ever, which it will use for rural outreach and anti-violence programs
An LGBTQ legal group received $1 million to help address anti-LGBTQ legislation and advocate for positive policies like protecting LGBTQ parenting rights