The $2 million grant doubles the nonprofit's budget, and could help them house more foster youth, or even buy their own building.
Darlene Elias is a 32-year old mother, housed thanks to the RightWay Foundation. The non-profit works to uplift young people who have experienced foster care by finding them housing and employment opportunities. RightWay is riding a high now, after receiving a $2 million grant from of one of the world's richest women, MacKenzie Scott.Scott is the ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, and has pledged to give away half of her wealth.
From her downtown LA apartment with her son Jacob by her side, Elias said she is "really grateful for the RightWay for providing housing." She’s facing a painful medical challenge with Jacob. She says he was recently diagnosed with autism and is losing his hearing.Elias was recently honored by the RightWay Foundation for courage. She also works for the non-profit as an administrative assistant.
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