Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has donated $133.5 million to educational nonprofit Communities in School - the largest unsolicited gift in the program's history. Communities in School works in 2,900 schools in America, supporting students at risk of dropping out. It helps 1.6 million kids in 26 states, placing staff inside schools to establish one-on-one connections with students to help them overcome challenges, and meets with schools and local service providers to give students the critical resources they need. "At a time when the global pandemic has particularly hurt students with fewer community resources or adequate supports, this investment will help CIS to carry out its mission to break down the systemic barriers that stand in the way of opportunity and student success," the organization said.

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