MacKenzie Scott

MacKenzie Scott, born in 1970, is an American novelist, philanthropist, and one of the world's wealthiest women, largely due to her divorce from Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. Since her divorce, Scott has focused on philanthropy, pledging to give away the majority of her wealth over her lifetime. Through her Giving Pledge commitment, she has donated billions of dollars to various charitable organizations, with a focus on social justice, climate change, public health, and education. Her approach to philanthropy is noted for its unrestricted grants and trust in organizations to use funds effectively. MacKenzie Scott's net worth was estimated at around $40 billion in 2024.