MacKenzie Scott, Jeff Bezos' ex-wife, made a staggering $7 billion in donations in 2025, a significant portion of America's largest charitable gifts. Her trust-based philanthropy, offering unrestricted funds, powered record U.S. giving.

Despite her immense generosity, Scott remained off a prominent philanthropy list due to her low-profile approach and lack of detailed reporting. Her net worth remains robust, exceeding $30 billion.