Millions of cookies: MacKenzie Scott gives Girl Scouts $85M
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FILE - The headquarters of Girl Scouts of New Mexico Trails in Albuquerque, N.M., is shown June 7, 2021. Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has donated $84.5 million to Girl Scouts of the USA and 29 of its local branches. The CEO, Sofia Chang, of the 110-year-old organization said Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2022, that her support of the organization means as much to them as the donation itself. The funds will help the organization recover from the impact of the pandemic, which drove down its membership.
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Main Idea: MacKenzie Scott gave $84.5 million to Girl Scouts of the USA, giving the group its largest individual donation and helping it recover after pandemic-era membership losses.
Key Points:
- The gift goes to Girl Scouts of the USA and 29 local councils, and leaders called it a strong sign of support.
- The money will help with staff support, stronger camps, science and technology programs, and broader inclusion efforts.
- Girl Scouts saw membership drop sharply during the pandemic as in-person troop meetings were disrupted.
- The Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona said its share will help expand year-round programs, add staff, and turn a van into a mobile science classroom.
Impact on the People
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Positive Impact
The gift can help Girl Scouts recover from pandemic losses, expand STEM and year-round programs, and reach more girls in communities across the US.
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CEO of the Southern Arizona council explaining how the grant will be used locally.
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CEO of Girl Scouts of the USA quoted on the significance and impact of the gift.
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