as in philanthropy
the giving of necessities and especially money to the needy
good works such as almsgiving, tending the sick and visiting the imprisoned
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Lebda’s impact extended beyond the business community, through philanthropy and other projects, such as serving as co-chairman of the 2020 Republican National Convention in Charlotte.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Oct. 2025 -
The Florida International University graduate has worked for Google’s philanthropy arm for the past 13 years in disaster response and most recently disseminating grants across the Americas, but left his job earlier this month to hit the campaign trail full-time.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
15 Oct. 2025
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The money will go to the charity that is building a lavish new ballroom for him at the White House.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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The charity, which has over 650 job centers, saw over 2 million people use its employment services last year—and Preston says the majority of those who are currently struggling with unemployment are people without degrees.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Almsgiving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/almsgiving. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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