Synonyms of philanthropist

philanthropist

noun

as in benefactor

a wealthy person who gives money and time to help make life better for other people

a philanthropist known to generously donate to those organizations that help the poor

Related Words

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

Dissimilar Words

• beneficiary
• recipient
• donee
• giftee

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of philanthropist

Established in 2009, the awards represent a vision of philanthropists Eugene and Marilyn Glick and are a component of Indiana Humanities’ rich and diverse literary programming. — Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026

The actress, mother, filmmaker, and philanthropist attended the New York City premiere of her latest film Couture. — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026

That group gave a lot of its money to With Honor III, which has also received large checks from donors and groups including Everytown For Gun Safety Victory Fund, investor and philanthropist Paul and Mary Finnegan and venture capitalist John Drew. — Lisa Hagen, Hartford Courant, 7 Aug. 2026

Miami billionaire hedge fund manager and philanthropist Ken Griffin announced a $5 million gift Thursday to launch the National Math Talent Fund, an effort to help financially stressed math students across the country get their degrees. — Austin Horn, Miami Herald, 6 Aug. 2026