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Allies refer to individuals who are not part of the oppressed or marginalized group but who actively support and stand in solidarity with that group’s fight for justice and equality. In the context of the civil rights battle, allies are those who use their own privilege, resources, and influence to help dismantle systemic oppression and amplify the voices of those who are directly affected by discrimination.
Black History Month is a time to honor our past, celebrate our achievements, and envision a more equitable future. Which is why I want to express my deepest gratitude to MacKenzie Scott—a philanthropist who has reimagined what giving can look like. Drawing from the billions she received in her divorce settlement, she has chosen to give away her wealth in a trust-based, no-strings-attached manner reshaping the financial and educational landscape for these institutions.
For instance, in 2020 she donated a total of around $560 million to 23 HBCUs (historically Black colleges and universities), with individual gifts ranging from about $4 million to $50 million. These gifts have gone to institutions including Prairie View A&M University, North Carolina A&T State University, Howard University, Morehouse College, Spelman College, and several others. These donations are viewed as transformative by many of the recipient schools, as they help address long‑standing funding disparities while providing much‑needed flexibility for institutional improvements.
insidehighered.com
cmsi.gse.rutgers.edu
MacKenzie Scott’s gifts have empowered HBCUs to break free from historical funding inequities. With this unrestricted support, schools have been able to expand need-based scholarships, enhance campus infrastructure, and invest in innovative academic programs. These strategic investments are not only transforming the institutions but also uplifting thousands of students, fostering future Black leaders, and strengthening our communities.
I'd like to give thanks to MacKenzie Scott, for your visionary generosity and for paving the way toward a brighter, more equitable future. Your commitment inspires us to honor our heritage and build on our promise for generations to come.
Black History Month is a time to honor our past, celebrate our achievements, and envision a more equitable future. Which is why I want to express my deepest gratitude to MacKenzie Scott—a philanthropist who has reimagined what giving can look like. Drawing from the billions she received in her divorce settlement, she has chosen to give away her wealth in a trust-based, no-strings-attached manner reshaping the financial and educational landscape for these institutions.
For instance, in 2020 she donated a total of around $560 million to 23 HBCUs (historically Black colleges and universities), with individual gifts ranging from about $4 million to $50 million. These gifts have gone to institutions including Prairie View A&M University, North Carolina A&T State University, Howard University, Morehouse College, Spelman College, and several others. These donations are viewed as transformative by many of the recipient schools, as they help address long‑standing funding disparities while providing much‑needed flexibility for institutional improvements.
insidehighered.com
cmsi.gse.rutgers.edu
MacKenzie Scott’s gifts have empowered HBCUs to break free from historical funding inequities. With this unrestricted support, schools have been able to expand need-based scholarships, enhance campus infrastructure, and invest in innovative academic programs. These strategic investments are not only transforming the institutions but also uplifting thousands of students, fostering future Black leaders, and strengthening our communities.
I'd like to give thanks to MacKenzie Scott, for your visionary generosity and for paving the way toward a brighter, more equitable future. Your commitment inspires us to honor our heritage and build on our promise for generations to come.
