philanthropies

noun

plural of philanthropy
1
as in contributions
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 charities
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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Recent Examples of philanthropies Launched in December 2025, the Tāmaki Taiao Alliance unites Māori and government stakeholders, philanthropies, corporations, and citizens—Indigenous and otherwise—to regenerate their city’s natural landscapes. — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2026 It’s sustained through a robust public-private partnership that brings together community members, nonprofits, philanthropies and government. — Mona Hanna, The Conversation, 10 Sep. 2026 Working with the state More than three-quarters of Asian family philanthropies partner with the government, versus 58% outside Asia. — Nicholas Gordon, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2026 The nonprofit receives 15% from all food and drink orders, which will support the organization’s many philanthropies. — Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 3 Sep. 2026 Apart from his professional work, Perry has been involved in a number of philanthropies, including initiatives to provide medical resources to underserved parts of the globe. — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 23 July 2026 That opens a door for city governments, philanthropies, employers and civic groups to supplement accounts for children in low-income communities. — Teresa Ghilarducci, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026 Corporations and philanthropies like nonprofits and local governments may also make tax-deductible contributions of up to $2,500 a year into the account. — Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 2 July 2026 That money — and anything else deposited by employers, philanthropies and relatives — is invested in the stock market by private firms. — Moriah Balingit, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
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  1. contributions
  2. charities
  3. donations
Noun
  • The city could finance the initial costs through loans, bonds and contributions from developers whose projects would receive electricity from the new utility.
    — Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Democratic candidates have raised more money from direct but limited contributions from individuals, while Republicans have raised far more through party committees that are funded by wealthy donors.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
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  • It was meant to connect Floridians in need with private charities and churches, moving them off government assistance.
    — Christopher Spata, Miami Herald, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Roan also performed at Rodrigo’s first ever Daisy Chain Fields Festival, which raised $20 million for feminist charities.
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of charities
Noun
  • Nasser Barghouti, who is slightly leading Khan in large-dollar donations to American Priorities, simply stated that he is retired and residing in Dallas.
    — Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 14 Oct. 2026
  • This annual tradition provides live performances and holiday cheer while promoting donations to community food pantries.
    — Paula Wethington, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of donations

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“Philanthropies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/philanthropies. Accessed 21 Oct. 2026.

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