as in donation
a gift of money or its equivalent to a charity, humanitarian cause, or public institution
contributions for the victims of the earthquake began pouring in
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Better measurement frameworks are accelerating this shift by recognizing the contributions that actually drive impact.
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Ameya Kanitkar,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
In 2000 Nevins was inducted into the Broadcasting & Cable Hall of Fame, and in 2009 she was selected for the Television Academy’s Governors Award in recognition of her contribution to the industry.
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Denise Petski,
Deadline,
30 June 2026
Suggs has also been recognized by the National Association of Black Journalists, which honored him with its Pioneer Black Journalist Award, underscoring his longstanding contributions to journalism.
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AJC.com,
30 June 2026
While Fetterman’s children are not eligible for the federal deposit, the accounts can still receive private and philanthropic contributions.
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Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
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Ameya Kanitkar,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
In 2000 Nevins was inducted into the Broadcasting & Cable Hall of Fame, and in 2009 she was selected for the Television Academy’s Governors Award in recognition of her contribution to the industry.
—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
30 June 2026
Suggs has also been recognized by the National Association of Black Journalists, which honored him with its Pioneer Black Journalist Award, underscoring his longstanding contributions to journalism.
—
AJC.com,
30 June 2026
While Fetterman’s children are not eligible for the federal deposit, the accounts can still receive private and philanthropic contributions.
—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contribution
donation
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In May, the Eagles Autism Foundation had another record-breaking year, raising more than $16 million through 40,000 donations and 6,832 participants.
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Much of Epstein’s cover letter for the role is devoted to growing FIU’s prestige and bringing in more donations to the school.
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“Contribution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contribution. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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