The Philanthropic Journey of Cordelia Scaife May: A Legacy of Sustainable Coexistence
Cordelia Scaife May, a name that resonates with philanthropy and
sustainable coexistence, leaves behind a remarkable legacy. Born into the
renowned Mellon family in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 1928, Cordelia, or Cordy
as she preferred to be called, dedicated her life to strategic philanthropy and
making a positive impact on the world.
In 1951, at the age of 23, she established the Laurel Foundation, marking the beginning of her...