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also philanthropical
as in charitable
having or showing a concern for the welfare of others
a philanthropic society that has been doing good for over a century
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Recent Examples of philanthropic
His foundation focuses on food security, conflict mitigation, and combating human trafficking—work that reflects his conviction that philanthropic capital is uniquely positioned to take big risks.
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Tharin Pillay,
Time,
14 May 2026
About the Rancho Santa Fe FoundationThe Rancho Santa Fe Foundation partners with individuals, families, and organizations to turn philanthropic vision into meaningful impact.
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News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
In six short years, Rare Beauty, Selena Gomez‘s beauty brand, has raised $30 million toward the star’s philanthropic goal of giving $100 million to mental health causes.
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Merle Ginsberg,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
Yet philanthropic investment is shrinking in relative terms.
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Felecia Hatcher,
Fortune,
7 Apr. 2026
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Tharin Pillay,
Time,
14 May 2026
About the Rancho Santa Fe FoundationThe Rancho Santa Fe Foundation partners with individuals, families, and organizations to turn philanthropic vision into meaningful impact.
—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
In six short years, Rare Beauty, Selena Gomez‘s beauty brand, has raised $30 million toward the star’s philanthropic goal of giving $100 million to mental health causes.
—
Merle Ginsberg,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
Yet philanthropic investment is shrinking in relative terms.
—
Felecia Hatcher,
Fortune,
7 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for philanthropic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for philanthropic
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At least seven of those winners started charitable foundations, and all nine have made significant gifts to local causes.
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Some said a heartfelt card is enough, while others suggested a charitable donation.
Adjective
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Dasilva said Donizete had been working in the US state of Georgia after fleeing Venezuela’s humanitarian crisis.
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Nearby, Mariana Roufett packed boxes of humanitarian aid while thinking about her childhood friend and her family, who remain missing.
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Hostile and benevolent sexism are early indicators of deeper problems.
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Amazed to discover her treasure-trove apartment, Julián also discovers his own Caribbean heritage and the lively Brooklyn community he is surrounded by, in a loveable, benevolent family-friendly feature.
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“Philanthropic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/philanthropic. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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