Amazon co-founder and philanthropist Mackenzie Scott donates $5 million to nonprofits with South Dakota ties.
National Indian Youth Leadership Project receives $2 million to continue its mission supporting healthy habit building and skill development in indigenous youth.
SAGE Development Authority on the Standing Rock Reservation receives $1 million to continue developing renewable and sustainable energy resources.
Gender Justice receives $2 million dollars to continue their mission of working towards gender equality across the Midwest.
The gifts are part of a new round of donations from Scott’s organization, Yield Giving, totaling $640 million. Since 2020, Scott has donated over $24 million to South Dakota nonprofits.
