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Native Forward turns MacKenzie Scott's $50 million gift into permanent endowment

As of September 2026: Holds largest gift in its history; establishing first major permanent endowment

MacKenzie Scott gave Native Forward Scholars Fund $50 million in September 2025, the largest gift in the nonprofit's 57-year history. Ten months later, the group announced the split: $40 million in a permanent endowment, $10 million in scholarships over five years.

Updated Sep 12