Millions of cookies: MacKenzie Scott gives Girl Scouts RM398.92mil


The headquarters of Girl Scouts of New Mexico Trails in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Bezos’ ex-wife Scott has donated US$84.5mil to Girl Scouts of the USA and 29 of its local branches. — AP

NEW YORK: Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donated US$84.5mil (RM398.92mil) to Girl Scouts of the USA and 29 of its local branches, the 110-year-old organisation said on Oct 18, calling it a vote of confidence.

“Her support of our organisation means honestly just as much as the donation,” Sofia Chang, CEO of GSUSA, said in an interview.

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