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as in contribution
a gift of money or its equivalent to a charity, humanitarian cause, or public institution
among the industrialist's philanthropies was a college scholarship fund for deserving students from the inner city
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as in charity
the giving of necessities and especially money to the needy
much dedicated to philanthropy, the industrialist maintains a surprisingly modest lifestyle
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as in generosity
the quality or state of being generous
a society dowager renowned for her philanthropy
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Recent Examples of philanthropy
Nearly 25% of youths under the age of 18 live in poverty, with rates exceeding 90% in some neighborhoods, according to a report released this year by the venture philanthropy A Better Chicago.
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Tio Hardiman, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2025
Bombas is a strong example of a brand that has integrated philanthropy into its business model in a way that feels natural.
—Anthony Conversa, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
Kehrer’s parents lived in Burundi, which was hit by civil war for 12 years between 1993 and 2005, and Rwanda, and his upbringing played a big role in his philanthropy today.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 10 May 2025
As described by the outlet, influential figures in various industries such as business, sports, philanthropy, and entertainment will be invited to the elegant affair.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 9 May 2025
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Tio Hardiman, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2025
Bombas is a strong example of a brand that has integrated philanthropy into its business model in a way that feels natural.
—Anthony Conversa, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
Kehrer’s parents lived in Burundi, which was hit by civil war for 12 years between 1993 and 2005, and Rwanda, and his upbringing played a big role in his philanthropy today.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 10 May 2025
As described by the outlet, influential figures in various industries such as business, sports, philanthropy, and entertainment will be invited to the elegant affair.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 9 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for philanthropy
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If her body isn’t always willing, her mind and her heart are still keen on the sport, so Press makes her most valuable contributions now in the quiet of the locker room.—
Kevin Baxter,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
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Companies must also foster a culture that prioritizes adaptability, encourages continuous learning, and values employee contributions.—
Karl Moore,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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All donations will be sent to local food banks and charities in Lake County.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 May 2025
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Aaron Tributes Among new beneficiaries to be announced in the coming weeks are several non-profits that will receive revenue from a charity 4.4-mile run, co-sponsored by the Atlanta Track Club, honoring the late Braves icon Hank Aaron.—
Dan Schlossberg,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Your laughter, your spirit, generosity, humor, cheekiness, courage and loyalty is an incredible gift to me.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
28 May 2025
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What Thornton is striving toward, an embrace of generosity, of humanity being able to change what faith and religion even mean, is often moving.—
Ella Kemp,
IndieWire,
23 May 2025
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The three men are all longtime Miami residents who have experienced homelessness and rely on donations to make a living, according to the complaint.—
Vivienne Serret,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2025
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Regulators and watchdogs have also long been concerned about donations from individuals with ties to foreign interests.—
Brian Slodysko,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2025
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Tina Fey communicated moral authority by shredding the misogyny of the 2000s; Seth Meyers brought a wry humanism while also coming off like the world’s most exasperated MSNBC addict; Norm MacDonald crossed every possible line and didn’t seem too worried about it.—
Michael Tedder,
The Atlantic,
17 May 2025
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The first non-Italian Pope in 450 years, the Pole spoke about tennis as an instrument of humanism and solidarity.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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Years later, Clinton, signed the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act , which replaced direct welfare assistance with TANF block grants.—
Lenwood V. Long,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Child and pet welfare: Never forget to safeguard young children and pets by not leaving them unattended in vehicles, especially during scorching weather when car interiors can become life-threateningly hot.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
28 May 2025
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“Philanthropy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/philanthropy. Accessed 8 Jun. 2025.
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