Boys & Girls Clubs of America says it has received a record-breaking $281 million from one of America's richest people.
Forbes reports MacKenzie Scott has given more than $8 billion to nearly 900 nonprofits since 2020.
Scott's latest donation will be divided among 62 local Boys & Girls Clubs across the country.
"It's a historic moment for our organization and the Clubs that received MacKenzie Scott's significant support," Boys & Girls Clubs of America CEO Jim Clark says in a statement.
"We know now, more than ever, that with the right support system, positive mentorship, and opportunities, kids can thrive."
Scott has given $133.5 million to Communities in Schools, $50 million to the National 4-H Council, and $162 million to Easterseals, a charity that assists people with disabilities, per the AP.
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