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    phi·lan·thro·py
    /fəˈlanTHrəpē/

    noun

    • 1. the desire to promote the welfare of others, expressed especially by the generous donation of money to good causes: "he acquired a considerable fortune and was noted for his philanthropy"

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  2. www.investopedia.com › terms › pWhat Is Philanthropy? Examples, History, Benefits, and Types

    Aug 5, 2024 · Philanthropy refers to charitable acts or other good works that help others or society as a whole. It can include donating money to a worthy cause, volunteering time...

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › philanthropyPhilanthropy Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of PHILANTHROPY is goodwill to fellow members of the human race; especially : active effort to promote human welfare. How to use philanthropy in a sentence. Did you know?

  4. www.britannica.com › topic › philanthropyPhilanthropy | Definition, History, & Facts | Britannica

    Oct 5, 2024 · Philanthropy, voluntary organized efforts intended for socially useful purposes. Philanthropic groups have existed since ancient times. Since the late 19th century, large personal fortunes have led to the creation of private foundations that bequeath large gifts in support of varied causes.

  5. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishPHILANTHROPY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    PHILANTHROPY definition: 1. the activity of helping the poor, especially by giving them money: 2. the activity of helping…. Learn more.

  6. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › PhilanthropyPhilanthropy - Wikipedia

    Philanthropy is defined differently by different groups of people; many define it as a means to alleviate human suffering and advance the quality of life. [67] There are many forms of philanthropy, allowing for different impacts by different groups in different settings.

  7. www.dictionary.com › browse › philanthropyPHILANTHROPY Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    altruistic concern for human welfare and advancement, usually manifested by donations of money, property, or work to needy persons, by endowment of institutions of learning and hospitals, and by generosity to other socially useful purposes.

  8. blog.catchafire.org › what-is-philanthropyWhat is philanthropy? Why it’s important - Catchafire

    Feb 29, 2024 · Philanthropy is the voluntary act of donating money or time, or both, to a charitable cause. Here at Catchafire we witness daily the powerful impact that philanthropic foundations have on many causes championed by nonprofits.

  9. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryPHILANTHROPY definition | Cambridge English Dictionary

    PHILANTHROPY meaning: 1. the activity of helping the poor, especially by giving them money: 2. the activity of helping…. Learn more.

  10. www.britannica.com › dictionary › philanthropyPhilanthropy Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary

    PHILANTHROPY meaning: the practice of giving money and time to help make life better for other people.

  11. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › us › definitionphilanthropy noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Definition of philanthropy noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.