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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
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Recent Examples of philanthropists
Local business owners and philanthropists Chad and Cari Peets subsequently invested close to $10 million into a complete rebuild of the property.
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Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
29 June 2026
The donors include Nancy Pelosi and her husband, Paul, as well as prominent philanthropists, some with roots in Silicon Valley and some of them major Democratic donors.
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Susan Page,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
Methodist gala raises $333K The Methodist Hospitals Foundation Gala recently brought together supporters, caregivers, community leaders and philanthropists to raise more than $333,000.
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Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2026
Omenaa Mensah Amma Omenaa Mensah has built a reputation as one of Poland’s leading philanthropists, media personalities, and cultural entrepreneurs.
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Doug Gollan,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
Some philanthropists in certain states have pledged to seed the accounts for qualifying families.
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Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
If local business leaders, donors, and philanthropists are serious about strengthening Connecticut’s economy, the commission is an opportunity to step up alongside the public sector and help shape a system that reflects today and tomorrow’s workforce realities.
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Dr. Gisele C. Shorter,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2026
Founded by art patrons and philanthropists John and Dominique de Menil, the museum currently occupies a 30-acre campus in Houston, which includes the Menil Drawing Institute, Cy Twombly Gallery, and Dan Flavin Installation at Richmond Hall.
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News Desk,
Artforum,
18 June 2026
Lillian Kuri, the president and CEO of the Cleveland Foundation, welcomed the focus on everyday philanthropists.
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James Pollard,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
29 June 2026
The donors include Nancy Pelosi and her husband, Paul, as well as prominent philanthropists, some with roots in Silicon Valley and some of them major Democratic donors.
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Susan Page,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
Methodist gala raises $333K The Methodist Hospitals Foundation Gala recently brought together supporters, caregivers, community leaders and philanthropists to raise more than $333,000.
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Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2026
Omenaa Mensah Amma Omenaa Mensah has built a reputation as one of Poland’s leading philanthropists, media personalities, and cultural entrepreneurs.
—
Doug Gollan,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
Some philanthropists in certain states have pledged to seed the accounts for qualifying families.
—
Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
If local business leaders, donors, and philanthropists are serious about strengthening Connecticut’s economy, the commission is an opportunity to step up alongside the public sector and help shape a system that reflects today and tomorrow’s workforce realities.
—
Dr. Gisele C. Shorter,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2026
Founded by art patrons and philanthropists John and Dominique de Menil, the museum currently occupies a 30-acre campus in Houston, which includes the Menil Drawing Institute, Cy Twombly Gallery, and Dan Flavin Installation at Richmond Hall.
—
News Desk,
Artforum,
18 June 2026
Lillian Kuri, the president and CEO of the Cleveland Foundation, welcomed the focus on everyday philanthropists.
—
James Pollard,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for philanthropists
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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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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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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.
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That’s the gold standard of cancer designations that allows patients and donators alike to understand Sylvester’s standards.
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“Philanthropists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/philanthropists. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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