07/01/2026
MacKenzie Scottโs remarkable giving is a powerful reminder that philanthropy does not have to be loud to be meaningful.
According to Giving USA and the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, Scott accounted for roughly one-third of Americaโs $19.2 billion in megagifts last yearโpart of a broader year in which charitable giving in the U.S. reached $617.2 billion.
What stands out most is not just the size of her gifts, but the spirit behind them: thoughtful, quiet, values-driven generosity focused on creating ripple effects in communities.
At Signature, we believe charitable giving is most impactful when it connects wealth with purpose. Whether through direct giving, donor-advised funds, family foundations, or broader legacy planning, philanthropy can be one of the most meaningful ways to define what wealth is truly for.
A great read on the power of generosity, intentionality, and giving with purpose.
https://fortune.com/2026/06/25/mackenzie-scott-largest-megadonor-2025-7-billion-donations-giving-usa-iu-report/?fbclid=IwZnRzaASqL_tleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEew8U773USfjWv1bxrJ1F9OTCT0HIKTYH1CKAyHOr_SO_SuY8k2r9BCrVwBVI_aem_-uJyXCaOru7m1qyMWPkyEQ
MacKenzie Scott donated $7 billion in 2025โa third of all U.S. megagiftsโbringing her five-year total to $26.2 billion, even as she stays out of the spotlight.