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Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' ex-wife MacKenzie Scott once fixed a broken tooth with glue because she couldn't afford a dentist. Now she's giving $20 million to support struggling teenagers' mental health

Summary by Times of India
Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott gave a record $20 million to Active Minds. This donation addresses the critical youth mental health crisis in America. Scott's past financial struggles influenced her generous giving approach. The funding will expand mental health programs across schools and universities. Active Minds aims to reduce stigma and improve support accessibility for young people.

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Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has donated $20 million to Active Minds, an organization that works to promote mental health among youth and young adults in the United States. This is the largest donation the organization has received since its founding, and it was given without binding restrictions on how the money should be used. The new donation is in addition to $4 million that Scott already gave to the organization in 2021. Accor…

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Times of India broke the news in India on Sunday, July 19, 2026.
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