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as in contribution
a gift of money or its equivalent to a charity, humanitarian cause, or public institution
among the industrialist's philanthropies was a college scholarship fund for deserving students from the inner city
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as in charity
the giving of necessities and especially money to the needy
much dedicated to philanthropy, the industrialist maintains a surprisingly modest lifestyle
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as in generosity
the quality or state of being generous
a society dowager renowned for her philanthropy
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Recent Examples of philanthropy
TriStar/Getty Images Throughout his decades-long career, Hulk Hogan—born Terry Gene Bollea—earned accolades across wrestling, entertainment, and philanthropy.
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Hannah Parry
amanda Castro
joshua Rhett Miller, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 July 2025
United Philanthropy Forum is a membership organization of philanthropy associations, which represent foundations, and has long advocated around issues important to the sector.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 17 July 2025
The exhibit, open now through Oct. 19, offers a way to see philanthropy differently, Valaida Fullwood, co-creator and creative director said.
—Damenica Ellis
july 16, Charlotte Observer, 16 July 2025
There are many services and causes in the United States that benefit the greater public but are entirely funded by private philanthropy.
—Vogue, 11 July 2025
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Hannah Parry
amanda Castro
joshua Rhett Miller, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 July 2025
United Philanthropy Forum is a membership organization of philanthropy associations, which represent foundations, and has long advocated around issues important to the sector.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 17 July 2025
The exhibit, open now through Oct. 19, offers a way to see philanthropy differently, Valaida Fullwood, co-creator and creative director said.
—Damenica Ellis
july 16, Charlotte Observer, 16 July 2025
There are many services and causes in the United States that benefit the greater public but are entirely funded by private philanthropy.
—Vogue, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for philanthropy
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His 2024 contributions are quantifiable: 8.5 sacks, 40 quarterback hits and 67 pressures, the latter the most by an interior lineman, per Next Gen Stats.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
1 Aug. 2025
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Found in Baie De Baly National Park, this arboreal gecko is named after wildlife photographer Arne Hartig for his contributions to gecko exploration.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
1 Aug. 2025
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After fighting in a charity match, he’s teamed up with Major League Wrestling and now has a signature move: the Haus Arrest.—
Michael Schulman,
New Yorker,
28 July 2025
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For nearly 20 years, she’s hosted an annual charity event at Christmas called Santa’s Tour, most recently at a sports arena in Pico Rivera.—
Mickey Rapkin,
HollywoodReporter,
28 July 2025
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The best advice networks are built on two key ingredients: generosity and trust.—
Lewis Schiff,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Fuentes Espinal works in construction to support his family and has spent the last 15 years as a volunteer pastor at Iglesia del Nazareno Jesus Te Ama, also known as the Church of the Nazarene Jesus Loves You, where he is known for his sermons and generosity.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
25 July 2025
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The challenge has pivoted into a nationwide fundraiser for St. Jude Hospital, and the couple celebrated $4 million donations during their stay in Michigan.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
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As of Sunday evening, the GoFundMe has taken off, raising more than $151,000 across 4,800 donations.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 July 2025
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Palmer’s purpose throughout is to take the humanism out of the umanisti, as those who taught the Greek and Latin classics were called.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
28 July 2025
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McPherson’s discursive humanism exactly suits both O’Reilly’s light directorial touch and the confident realism of his company of (largely) Irish actors.—
Helen Shaw,
New Yorker,
11 July 2025
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Kaye and DeLuca were found dead inside their home July 14 when the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) conducted a welfare check.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
26 July 2025
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The showcased nonprofits focus on a diverse range of causes, including: cultural arts/education, animal welfare, homelessness, affordable mental health services, food security initiatives, and environmental conservation.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 July 2025
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“Philanthropy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/philanthropy. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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