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MacKenzie Scott Donates $38 Million to Transform Spelman College

11/4/2025

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MacKenzie Scott, philanthropist, donates $38 million gift to Spelman College to expand financial aid and upgrade technology.
This marks her second significant contribution to Spelman, following a $20 million gift in 2020.
Rosalind Brewer, Spelman Interim President, described the gift as transformative and aligned with the college's mission.
Scott has long supported historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), including donations to Howard University and the UNCF.

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MacKenzie Scott, philanthropist, donates $38 million gift to Spelman College to expand financial aid and upgrade technology.
This marks her second significant contribution to Spelman, following a $20 million gift in 2020.
Rosalind Brewer, Spelman Interim President, described the gift as transformative and aligned with the college's mission.
Scott has long supported historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), including donations to Howard University and the UNCF.