as in benefactor
a wealthy person who gives money and time to help make life better for other people
a philanthropist known to generously donate to those organizations that help the poor
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Recent Examples of philanthropist
As the reality sets in that the United States is drastically diminishing its foreign assistance to developing countries, an urgent conversation is starting among governments, philanthropists, and global health and development organizations.
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Stephanie Nolen, New York Times, 22 Feb. 2025
Rose was a real estate developer and philanthropist who in 1978 founded The Georgetown Company, which oversaw a renovation of New York's Madison Square Garden and the development of the IAC Building in Manhattan, according to his obituary.
—Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY, 19 Feb. 2025
Harris’ entry could spell bad news for the current field of Democrats, including Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis, state schools chief Tony Thurmond, former state Senate President Pro Tem Toni Atkins, former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and businessman and philanthropist Stephen Cloobeck.
—Laura J. Nelson, Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2025
From her breakout role in ‘Fame’ to her work as a director and philanthropist, Debbie Allen has spent decades using her creativity to uplift and inspire.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 17 Feb. 2025
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Stephanie Nolen, New York Times, 22 Feb. 2025
Rose was a real estate developer and philanthropist who in 1978 founded The Georgetown Company, which oversaw a renovation of New York's Madison Square Garden and the development of the IAC Building in Manhattan, according to his obituary.
—Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY, 19 Feb. 2025
Harris’ entry could spell bad news for the current field of Democrats, including Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis, state schools chief Tony Thurmond, former state Senate President Pro Tem Toni Atkins, former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and businessman and philanthropist Stephen Cloobeck.
—Laura J. Nelson, Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2025
From her breakout role in ‘Fame’ to her work as a director and philanthropist, Debbie Allen has spent decades using her creativity to uplift and inspire.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 17 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for philanthropist
Noun
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But after signing his present and future lives away, this holy fool is at the mercy of his benefactors.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
6 Mar. 2025
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In her review of The Brutalist, Los Angeles Times critic Amy Nicholson cleverly pointed out how Michelangelo ran up against his benefactors in much the same way as the film's László.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
5 Mar. 2025
Noun
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There is a big psychological difference for donors between a 100% tax credit and a 70% credit, the experts said.—
Jeremy Kohler,
ProPublica,
5 Mar. 2025
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GoFundMe's terms of service state that organizers must not mislead donors.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
5 Mar. 2025
Noun
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While Paytas’ Big Broadway Dream quickly sold out the St. James Theatre, donations of $5 to $25 to the Fund enters donators will be entered for a chance to win a front row pair of tickets.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
23 Jan. 2025
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The new group is actively looking for volunteers, members and donators, SAMENA Collective Membership Chairman Wali Qazizada said.—
Annika Bahnsen,
Orange County Register,
19 July 2024
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“Philanthropist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/philanthropist. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
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