MacKenzie Scott’s 2025 philanthropy redirected more than $700 million to historically Black colleges and universities, bringing her total HBCU support to over $1.2 billion and funding flexible, unrestricted aid that institutions can deploy as priorities dictate. Scott’s giving included endowments tied to Toni Morrison’s legacy and broader support for arts and chairs. At the same time, HBCU CONNECT published data mapping where alumni are securing roles in 2026, identifying industry hotspots and growth sectors for graduates. Together, the reports show both immediate liquidity for HBCUs and evolving employer demand for HBCU talent. Higher‑education development offices and career services should coordinate: unrestricted philanthropy can power capacity-building while alumni-hiring data can guide employer engagement strategies.