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having or showing a concern for the welfare of others
humanitarian efforts to aid the earthquake victims
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Recent Examples of humanitarian
Jennifer Frederick, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Nov. 2024
And humanitarians have learned the hard way that relief aid and medical supplies can be hijacked by corrupt governments or violent rebel groups.
—Benjamin A. Valentino, Foreign Affairs, 17 Oct. 2011
Saab’s intention for the series was to band a community of humanitarians together over a collective love of food to call for a cease-fire, to increase awareness about the war and to raise funds for nonprofit organizations providing aid to those impacted most by the attacks on Gaza.
—Lyndsay C. Green, Detroit Free Press, 6 Oct. 2024
Legacy Beyond Basketball Beyond his basketball achievements, Mutombo was also recognized as a humanitarian.
—Casey Murphy, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
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Quincy Jones, the musical giant who did it all as a record producer, film composer, multi-genre artist, entertainment executive and humanitarian, has died.
—Jennifer Frederick, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Nov. 2024
And humanitarians have learned the hard way that relief aid and medical supplies can be hijacked by corrupt governments or violent rebel groups.
—Benjamin A. Valentino, Foreign Affairs, 17 Oct. 2011
Saab’s intention for the series was to band a community of humanitarians together over a collective love of food to call for a cease-fire, to increase awareness about the war and to raise funds for nonprofit organizations providing aid to those impacted most by the attacks on Gaza.
—Lyndsay C. Green, Detroit Free Press, 6 Oct. 2024
Legacy Beyond Basketball Beyond his basketball achievements, Mutombo was also recognized as a humanitarian.
—Casey Murphy, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humanitarian
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While building these cashflow models will likely be complex and expensive, philanthropic capital could step in to help with data collection and provide technical support.Olivia White Michael Wiegand, Harvard Business Review, 26 Sep. 2024
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Elysian Impact is the philanthropic arm of Elysian, a luxury lifestyle brand that supports women’s empowerment, and was created in partnership with DRC Ventures, a conservation platform founded by Dr. Christina Rahm.Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024
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The film has attracted prominent supporters, among them actress Kerry Washington and philanthropist Jessica Seinfeld, who joined the project as executive producers.Matthew Carey, Deadline, 12 Dec. 2024
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The Wall Street Journal reported in 2023 that Alex Soros, the youngest son of billionaire philanthropist George Soros, had taken control of the PAC and that $125 million was earmarked for it.Robert Schmad, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 9 Dec. 2024
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Finally, for your charitable regift to be effective, some special language in the paperwork is required.Robert W. Wood, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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After a brief intermission—where Kimmel and special guests RZA, Billie Eilish, and Finneas highlighted the charitable work of Homeboy Industries and Support And Feed—Metallica superfan Jason Momoa brought the band back out with a heartfelt, personal introduction.Brendan Hay, SPIN, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Humanitarian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humanitarian. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
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