The Mackenzie Scott foundation donated $5 million to the Little Priest Tribal College in Winnebago, marking the largest donation in the history of the college, which was founded in 1996.
President Manoj Patil called the action a “truly historic moment” for the educational institution established by the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska. Patil said the college already has plans for the funds.
“We are deeply grateful to the Mackenzie Scott Foundation for this transformative gift, which will accelerate our plans to develop a new 10-acre campus estimated at $60 million," Patil said.
Patil added that the college’s board of trustees has committed the entire $5 million to the campus project, expected to begin in 2026.
“This investment will not only expand our physical footprint, but also empower us to better serve our students, community and generations to come,” said Patil.