Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has contributed $70 million to the United Negro College Fund, significantly bolstering the financial stability of 37 historically Black colleges and universities. This gift is among her largest to date and supports a broader $1 billion campaign targeting funding inequities between minority-serving institutions and their peers. Scott’s philanthropic approach emphasizes unrestricted donations to foster long-term sustainability. Her contributions over the last five years have totaled $19 billion, reinforcing her commitment to social impact and educational equity across the United States.