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Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has made a transformative $45 million donation to The Trevor Project, one of the leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth. This landmark gift — the largest single contribution in the organization’s history — arrives at a critical time for LGBTQ+ mental health support.
A Gift With Real Impact
The Trevor Project, established in 1998, operates a 24/7 crisis hotline and provides resources aimed at preventing suicide among LGBTQ+ young people across the United States. Scott’s contribution will significantly strengthen the nonprofit’s capacity to serve teens and young adults during moments of crisis and expand its reach to vulnerable individuals nationwide.
Jaymes Black, CEO of The Trevor Project, described Scott’s donation as “transformational,” underscoring how essential sustained funding is for life-saving services. This support comes amid rising mental health challenges among LGBTQ+ youth and increased demand for culturally competent crisis care.
Why This Matters Now
The gift is especially impactful in the context of recent funding challenges. Federal support for specialized LGBTQ+ counseling services through the national 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline was recently reduced, leaving gaps in tailored mental health care for queer youth. Scott’s donation helps bridge that gap, bringing stability and renewed hope to an organization that answers hundreds of thousands of crisis contacts each year.
A Legacy of Trust-Based Giving
MacKenzie Scott is known for her philanthropic philosophy of trust-based giving — offering large, unrestricted gifts that allow organizations to determine how best to allocate funds to meet their mission goals. This flexible support model enables nonprofits like The Trevor Project to address urgent needs without the limitations of traditional grant requirements.
Scott previously donated $6 million to The Trevor Project in 2020, demonstrating a longstanding commitment to supporting inclusive, life-affirming services for LGBTQ+ youth.
Looking Ahead
The Trevor Project plans to use this historic contribution to bolster its crisis intervention programs, expand outreach to underserved communities, and ensure that LGBTQ+ youth — particularly those in marginalized or isolated environments — have access to compassionate, culturally aware support.
This milestone gift not only represents a significant financial boost but also reinforces the importance of private philanthropy in sustaining vital social services during times of economic and political uncertainty.
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