noun
- people who donate money, property, or effort to help others and improve society, especially through charitable organizations
Usage: plural of philanthropist; typically refers to wealthy individuals who make significant charitable contributions
Examples
- Many philanthropists donate millions to fund medical research and education.
- The city's philanthropists established a foundation to support local schools.
- Some of the world's wealthiest philanthropists focus on reducing poverty and disease.
- These philanthropists believe in using their wealth to create positive social change.
- The museum was built thanks to the generosity of several prominent philanthropists.
- Philanthropists often work with nonprofit organizations to maximize their impact.