Fri Dec 05 05:30:00 UTC 2025: ## MacKenzie Scott Donates Record $50 Million to Cal State East Bay
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Cal State East Bay is celebrating a historic gift after receiving a $50 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. The contribution, the largest in the university’s history, will dramatically increase the school’s endowment and provide significant resources for future growth.
Scott, the former wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, is known for her commitment to giving away the majority of her wealth. Her team chose Cal State East Bay after a rigorous evaluation process, making it the first institution in the Bay Area to receive funding from her generous initiative.
This donation follows Scott’s recent $42 million gift to a Bay Area non-profit focused on supporting low-income students, further demonstrating her dedication to addressing pressing social needs in the region. The specifics of how Cal State East Bay plans to utilize the funds have not yet been released, but the university community is anticipating transformative opportunities thanks to Scott’s substantial contribution. This marks a significant milestone for the university and underscores its commitment to serving the diverse student population of the East Bay.
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