Did MacKenzie Scott's $1K college loan inspire her latest billion-dollar investment? Here's how a college loan came full circle and changed countless students’ lives
Published on: Nov. 27, 2025, 12:20 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
MacKenzie Scott, once loaned $1,000 by her college roommate, is now investing in Funding U, a company offering merit-based loans to low-income students. This "no strings attached" approach mirrors Scott's philanthropic focus on equity and economic security, providing a new model for "mission-aligned ventures."
