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philanthropic

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


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The housing factory surety guarantee idea is “super innovative,” said Jan Lindenthal-Cox, chief investment officer at the San Francisco Housing Accelerator Fund, a nonprofit that directs philanthropic money toward cost-cutting affordable housing projects.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The other beneficiaries of Buffett’s philanthropic giving are family foundations, including three run by each of his three children.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

He reminded them of their parents’ philanthropic legacy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

This kind of content is what Donaldson has become known for: convoluted challenges and grandiose philanthropic efforts.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026

This is where she gets to call out the names of anyone late on their dues or tardy for meetings or not fulfilling their philanthropic duties.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett