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CDU Receives $ 20 Million Donation from Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott
Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott made a $ 20 million donation to CDU , a one-time gift that represents the largest private donation in the history of the University .
“ CDU has been on a tireless pursuit to cultivate diverse health professional leaders dedicated to social justice and health equity for underserved populations ,” said Dr . David M . Carlisle , CEO and President of CDU . “ This investment will advance that goal by providing resources to support and enhance our outstanding education , research , clinical service , and community engagement . We are truly grateful for MacKenzie Scott ’ s generosity and dedication to important issues around social justice .”
After her 2019 divorce from Jeff Bezos , Scott signed the Giving Pledge commitment to give away at least half of her wealth . Since then she has given away more than $ 12 billion and has personally donated more than $ 500 million to public and private HBCUs
“ The mission of Charles R . Drew University of Medicine and Science is noble , and it takes noble people like MacKenzie Scott to help bring it to fruition .” stated , Benjamin Quillian , PhD , Chair of CDU ’ s Board of Trustees . “ This kind act will have a ripple effect that starts with our students and ends with improved health outcomes in under-resourced neighborhoods .”
ServiconCares Announces Scholarship Fund for CDU Students
ServiconCares announced the Mahdesian Family / ServiconCares Scholarship Fund for CDU , which will consist of $ 75,000 per year over the next four years — totaling $ 300,000 .
ServiconCares , the philanthropic division of custodial and infection-prevention leader Servicon , will fund five $ 15,000 undergraduate student renewable scholarships per year per student . Priority will be given to undergraduate students from the South Los Angeles area . The scholars will be selected by the University ’ s scholarship committee or by nomination of one of the University ’ s Deans .
“ We at Servicon pride ourselves on our ability to enrich our communities through ServiconCares ,” shared Servicon President and CEO Laurie Sewell . “ Alongside the generosity of the Mahdesian family , we can support our company ’ s goal of keeping our people and our neighborhoods thriving and healthy .”
Servicon , a Women-owned and operated organization , is dedicated to providing exemplary environmental , custodial , and maintenance services for complex facilities throughout California . The company aims to elevate the industry and provide healthy environments for people to thrive .
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