MacKenzie Scott gives $85 million donation to Girl Scouts
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Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donated $84.5 million to Girl Scouts of the USA and 29 of its local branches, the 110-year-old organization said Tuesday, calling it a vote of confidence. The donation comes as the scouting group is coping with a loss of membership during the pandemic. "Her support of our organization means honestly just as much as the donation," Sofia Chang, CEO of GSUSA, said in an interview. We are honored that Girl Scouts has received a record-breaking donation from philanthropist Mackenzie Scott.
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Main Idea: MacKenzie Scott gave a record $84.5 million donation to Girl Scouts of the USA to help the group recover from pandemic losses and expand its programs.
Key Points:
- The gift is the largest single donation the Girl Scouts have ever received from an individual.
- The money will support staff and volunteers, improve camp properties, and expand science, technology, diversity, and inclusion programs.
- Girl Scouts lost nearly 30% of its membership during the pandemic, when in-person troop meetings were disrupted.
- A local Girl Scout council in Southern Arizona said its share will help it hire staff, reach more communities, and add a mobile science classroom.
Impact on the People
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No clear negative impact identified.
Positive Impact
The donation may help Girl Scouts keep more local programs, camps, and STEM activities for girls after pandemic losses. It could also support stronger community services and jobs in local councils.
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- Primary:Girl Scouts of the USAnonprofit / NGO
- Primary:MacKenzie Scottperson
- Major:Girl Scout council in Southern Arizonanonprofit / NGO
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- Girl Scouts of the USAnonprofit / NGOPrimaryEvaluated
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Named local branch discussed as a major example of how the donation will be used.
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CEO of the Southern Arizona council quoted on how the local gift will be used.
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CEO quoted about the donation and the organization’s response.
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Mentioned in relation to Scott’s divorce and prior public giving commitment.
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