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philanthropic

[fil-uhn-throp-ik] / ˌfɪl ənˈθrɒp ɪk /


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She was a dedicated observer of the Sabbath and Jewish laws, a diligent student of Hebrew and a tireless philanthropic force in aiding vulnerable Jewish communities abroad.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Musk, the founder of Tesla and SpaceX, alleges that Altman and co-founder Greg Brockman misappropriated his $38 million donations when OpenAI abandoned its original nonprofit and philanthropic mission to become the for-profit giant behind ChatGPT.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

Steyer and his wife began writing bigger philanthropic checks and in 2010 took the Giving Pledge, promising to donate at least half of their wealth before they died.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

The Fishers' three sons remain involved in the family's business and philanthropic interests.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

As in cultural and philanthropic institutions from San Francisco to New York City, the old money has made room at the table for the new money to replenish the coffers.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times




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