as in donators
one that helps another with gifts or money
a list of donors in the charitable foundation's annual report
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Recent Examples of donors
The ruling is expected to benefit Republicans, who have historically relied more heavily on wealthy donors capable of contributing large sums to party committees.
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David Sivak,
The Washington Examiner,
4 July 2026
And the National Park Foundation’s president has told Congress that donors who request anonymity will not be disclosed, according to congressional Democrats.
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Luke Fountain,
CNBC,
3 July 2026
And at a congressional hearing in February, the foundation's president and CEO, Jeff Reinbold, promised anonymity for any Freedom 250 donors who requested it (but said donations would otherwise be disclosed in the regular reporting process).
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Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
2 July 2026
International organizations and donors must shift from directing operations to resourcing and trusting local networks.
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Yuriy Boyechko,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Freedom 250 also allows donors to request to remain anonymous, and the contributions are tax deductible.
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ABC News,
2 July 2026
Ghanaian President John Mahama has argued that the aid shock should compel African governments to strengthen domestic institutions rather than simply seek new donors.
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W. Gyude Moore,
semafor.com,
2 July 2026
As the event coincided with high school graduations, some were unable to attend, but those who did eagerly met and thanked donors while sharing their career goals with the crowd.
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News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 June 2026
The gala also provides sponsorship opportunities for donors who give between $1,000 to $5,000, with each tier receiving perks such as VIP seats, logo/name recognition at the gala and full page recognition in the event materials.
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Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
june 24,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
David Sivak,
The Washington Examiner,
4 July 2026
And the National Park Foundation’s president has told Congress that donors who request anonymity will not be disclosed, according to congressional Democrats.
—
Luke Fountain,
CNBC,
3 July 2026
And at a congressional hearing in February, the foundation's president and CEO, Jeff Reinbold, promised anonymity for any Freedom 250 donors who requested it (but said donations would otherwise be disclosed in the regular reporting process).
—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
2 July 2026
International organizations and donors must shift from directing operations to resourcing and trusting local networks.
—
Yuriy Boyechko,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Freedom 250 also allows donors to request to remain anonymous, and the contributions are tax deductible.
—
ABC News,
2 July 2026
Ghanaian President John Mahama has argued that the aid shock should compel African governments to strengthen domestic institutions rather than simply seek new donors.
—
W. Gyude Moore,
semafor.com,
2 July 2026
As the event coincided with high school graduations, some were unable to attend, but those who did eagerly met and thanked donors while sharing their career goals with the crowd.
—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 June 2026
The gala also provides sponsorship opportunities for donors who give between $1,000 to $5,000, with each tier receiving perks such as VIP seats, logo/name recognition at the gala and full page recognition in the event materials.
—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
june 24,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for donors
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That’s the gold standard of cancer designations that allows patients and donators alike to understand Sylvester’s standards.
Noun
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And then from behind him came Miuccia Prada, the co-creative director and owner of her namesake brand, one of the world’s great art collectors and high-cultural benefactors.
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The question is, will their billionaire benefactors be so quick to write checks this time after coming up short again.
Noun
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Like its patrons’ routines, The Silver Skillet is dependable.
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According to the criminal complaint, Powell and the other man began arguing after Powell made comments about female patrons.
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“Donors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/donors. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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