MacKenzie Scott, the billionaire philanthropist and former wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, is continuing to give major gifts to those who need it.

This time, she donated to $80 million to Howard University.

Wayne Frederick, the interim president and president emeritus of Howard University, told WTOP the donation will have a huge impact, especially during the government shutdown.

“We’re deeply grateful,” he said.

This is the second gift Scott gave to the historically Black university. She also gave the university $40 million in 2020.

Scott’s gift comes at a time when the university’s professors, staff and students could use some extra help.

“Because of the government shutdown, dollars flowing from the federal government to institutions like ours has slowed down,” Frederick said.

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