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
In this episode of Off The Court, presented by Ford, Olympic Gold Medalist Sanya Richards-Ross takes us on a journey in her new 2025 Ford Explorer, sharing her inspiring story from track star to philanthropist.
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Jennifer Ford, Essence, 31 Oct. 2024
Billionaire philanthropist Michael Bloomberg is its largest donor, contributing $2 million.
—Harriet Blair Rowan, The Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2024
The Hustle With the exception of donations like the ones from billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, who has given millions in unrestricted gifts to community colleges across the country, most megadonation windfalls go to the charismatic megafauna (i.e. Ivy League) of the academic world.
—thehustle.co, 25 Oct. 2024
By providing initial funding and proof of concept, philanthropists can help create an enabling environment that encourages larger-scale investments.
—Klaus Schwab, TIME, 23 Oct. 2024
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Jennifer Ford, Essence, 31 Oct. 2024
Billionaire philanthropist Michael Bloomberg is its largest donor, contributing $2 million.
—Harriet Blair Rowan, The Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2024
The Hustle With the exception of donations like the ones from billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, who has given millions in unrestricted gifts to community colleges across the country, most megadonation windfalls go to the charismatic megafauna (i.e. Ivy League) of the academic world.
—thehustle.co, 25 Oct. 2024
By providing initial funding and proof of concept, philanthropists can help create an enabling environment that encourages larger-scale investments.
—Klaus Schwab, TIME, 23 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for philanthropist
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After Biden attracted billionaires like Michael Bloomberg and LinkedIn founder Reid Hoffman, Harris has already got the backing of at least 76 wealthy benefactors herself, including Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings, former Meta COO Sheryl Sandberg and philanthropist Melinda French Gates.Alison Durkee, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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This person could be a business partner, a benefactor, or a friend.Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 21 Oct. 2024
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The decrease is primarily due to lower sales of Sofia SARS Antigen assays and the wind-down of the U.S. donor screening business.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
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Her name is prominently displayed on donor plaques in the temple, next to that of her grandfather.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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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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As of Friday, donators had raised more than $7,500 to financially help the baby's parents.Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY, 31 May 2024
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“Philanthropist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/philanthropist. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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