MacKenzie Scott alone accounted for one-third of America’s $19.2 billion in megagifts last year

In 2025, MacKenzie Scott made headlines by donating $7 billion, which alone accounted for a third of the $19.2 billion in megagifts across the U.S. This brings her total charitable contributions over five years to a staggering $26.2 billion. Her substantial donations have significantly impacted various causes, from education to homelessness, while she remains relatively private. This level of giving underscores the potential for individual philanthropy to drive major social change.