Synonyms of donor

donor

noun

ˈdō-nər 

as in donator

one that helps another with gifts or money

a list of donors in the charitable foundation's annual report

Synonyms & Similar Words

• donator
• benefactor
• contributor
• patron
• fairy godmother
• sugar daddy
• angel
• Maecenas
• subscriber
• philanthropist
• supporter
• benefactress
• giver
• patroness
• almoner
• altruist
• helper
• protector
• savior
• guardian angel
• bestower
• almsgiver

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• recipient
• beneficiary
• donee
• giftee

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of donor

And after that, perhaps the various communities — artists, audiences, patrons, big donors — that make up the Kennedy Center ecosystem would fall in line and embrace or at least tolerate his co-option of the living memorial to the 35th president. — Philip Kennicott, Washington Post, 14 Aug. 2026

Foreign governments and donors should consult with Afghan women to determine how their money will best be spent. — Rina Amiri, Foreign Affairs, 14 Aug. 2026

Then there’s Associated Industries of Florida, a statewide business lobbying group that serves as a pass-through for donors’ money. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026

Martin isn’t well connected among major donors, or among leadership on Capitol Hill. — Ruby Cramer, New Yorker, 13 Aug. 2026