illustration of Mackenzie Scott on an orange background with money floating behind her
MacKenzie Scott is giving away $250 million to 250 nonprofits.
  • MacKenzie Scott launched a $250 million "open call" for nonprofits.
  • She plans to make 250 donations of $1 million apiece through her organization, Yield Giving. 
  • Scott said the funds would support "organizations making positive change in their communities." 

MacKenzie Scott is well known for giving away cash – she managed to donate almost $2 billion last year alone.