Philanthropy
noun
The desire to help others by giving money or other help to those who need it.
Bill Gates is well known for his philanthropy, particularly his substantial donations to health research and education programs.
Often appears as...
- philanthropy in society
- philanthropy and charity
noun
An act, event, or gift that helps to improve conditions for people.
The billionaire's philanthropy made it possible for the hospital to build a new wing for pediatric care.
Often appears as...
- philanthropy event
- philanthropy fund
noun
A social science dealing with the application of charity and social science.
He gained a degree in philanthropy and now works for a non-profit organisation.
Often appears as...
- study of philanthropy
- degree in philanthropy
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Academic
noun
The desire to help others by giving money or other help to those who need it.
Bill Gates is well known for his philanthropy, particularly his substantial donations to health research and education programs.
Often appears as...
- philanthropy in society
- philanthropy and charity
noun
An act, event, or gift that helps to improve conditions for people.
The billionaire's philanthropy made it possible for the hospital to build a new wing for pediatric care.
Often appears as...
- philanthropy event
- philanthropy fund
noun
A social science dealing with the application of charity and social science.
He gained a degree in philanthropy and now works for a non-profit organisation.
Often appears as...
- study of philanthropy
- degree in philanthropy
Usage tips
Academic
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Personal Giving
Philanthropy often reflects a personal commitment to making the world better.
Her philanthropy towards animal shelters shows her love for animals.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Money
Philanthropy includes volunteering time or sharing expertise, not just money.
He offered his programming skills in philanthropy to the nonprofit.
Pro Tip 3/3Public Perception
Philanthropy can influence how the public views a person or organization.
The company's philanthropy improved its reputation in the community.
Pro Tip 1/3Personal Giving
Philanthropy often reflects a personal commitment to making the world better.
Her philanthropy towards animal shelters shows her love for animals.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Money
Philanthropy includes volunteering time or sharing expertise, not just money.
He offered his programming skills in philanthropy to the nonprofit.
Pro Tip 3/3Public Perception
Philanthropy can influence how the public views a person or organization.
The company's philanthropy improved its reputation in the community.
Pro Tip 1/3Personal Giving
Philanthropy often reflects a personal commitment to making the world better.
Her philanthropy towards animal shelters shows her love for animals.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Money
Philanthropy includes volunteering time or sharing expertise, not just money.
He offered his programming skills in philanthropy to the nonprofit.
Pro Tip 3/3Public Perception
Philanthropy can influence how the public views a person or organization.
The company's philanthropy improved its reputation in the community.
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Why giving away our...
And having people see that other people are making change with philanthropy, I mean, these are people who have created their own businesses, put their own ingenuity behind incredible ideas. If they put their ideas and their brain behind philanthropy, they can change the world.
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The new era of positive...
Another example is a strengths date, in which we get couples to identify their highest strengths on the strengths test, and then to design an evening in which they both use their strengths. We find this is a strengthener of relationships. And fun versus philanthropy.
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Paul Tudor Jones II: Why...
But the point is, this mania is so deeply entrenched that well-intentioned people like myself don't even realize that we're part of it. Now, we're not going to change corporate behavior by simply increasing corporate philanthropy or charitable contributions.
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Let's make the world...
where wildlands philanthropy, which is what we called it, was completely unknown, we faced tremendous suspicion, and from many quarters, downright hostility. Over time, largely by doing what we said we were doing, we began to win people over.
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The way we think about...
and these people want laughter and compassion and they want love. How do you monetize that? And that's where the nonprofit sector and philanthropy come in. Philanthropy is the market for love. It is the market for all those people
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Tales of passion -...
years they have a forest the soil is enriched and the village is saved the poorest and most backward societies are always those that put women down yet this obvious truth is ignored by governments and also by philanthropy for
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Katherine Fulton: You...
I want to help you re-perceive what philanthropy is, what it could be, and what your relationship to it is. And in doing that, I want to offer you a vision, an imagined future, if you will,
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How to disrupt...
which he said the following philanthropy is commendable but it should not allow the philanthropist to overlook the economic injustice which makes philanthropy necessary you see dr. King
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The challenges of being...
future vision is to inspire philanthropy through the young generation so through them together we can let unbalance the universe thank you anyone like a bomb
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Elon Musk: A future...
This is a love -- philanthropy. SpaceX is trying to ensure the long-term survival of humanity with a multiple-planet species. That is love of humanity.
Video examples
Why giving away our...
And having people see that other people are making change with philanthropy, I mean, these are people who have created their own businesses, put their own ingenuity behind incredible ideas. If they put their ideas and their brain behind philanthropy, they can change the world.
Video examples
The new era of positive...
Another example is a strengths date, in which we get couples to identify their highest strengths on the strengths test, and then to design an evening in which they both use their strengths. We find this is a strengthener of relationships. And fun versus philanthropy.
Video examples
Paul Tudor Jones II: Why...
But the point is, this mania is so deeply entrenched that well-intentioned people like myself don't even realize that we're part of it. Now, we're not going to change corporate behavior by simply increasing corporate philanthropy or charitable contributions.
Video examples
Let's make the world...
where wildlands philanthropy, which is what we called it, was completely unknown, we faced tremendous suspicion, and from many quarters, downright hostility. Over time, largely by doing what we said we were doing, we began to win people over.
Video examples
The way we think about...
and these people want laughter and compassion and they want love. How do you monetize that? And that's where the nonprofit sector and philanthropy come in. Philanthropy is the market for love. It is the market for all those people
Video examples
Tales of passion -...
years they have a forest the soil is enriched and the village is saved the poorest and most backward societies are always those that put women down yet this obvious truth is ignored by governments and also by philanthropy for
Video examples
Katherine Fulton: You...
I want to help you re-perceive what philanthropy is, what it could be, and what your relationship to it is. And in doing that, I want to offer you a vision, an imagined future, if you will,
Video examples
How to disrupt...
which he said the following philanthropy is commendable but it should not allow the philanthropist to overlook the economic injustice which makes philanthropy necessary you see dr. King
Video examples
The challenges of being...
future vision is to inspire philanthropy through the young generation so through them together we can let unbalance the universe thank you anyone like a bomb
Video examples
Elon Musk: A future...
This is a love -- philanthropy. SpaceX is trying to ensure the long-term survival of humanity with a multiple-planet species. That is love of humanity.
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Eva Longoria
American Actress
There's a big difference between charity and between activism and philanthropy. They're very different things and I think, you know, everybody should find a passion or a cause that they can really get behind, but it has to be organic.
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Shiv Nadar
Indian Businessman
Though easy to define, it is important to understand the significance of philanthropy. I believe it is really a state of mind: where one feels empowered and equipped to fill the huge gaps in the existing system.
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Rakesh Jhunjhunwala
Indian Businessman
Apart from being motivation for themselves, I think big givers should also talk about their philanthropy so that their work and their success stories prove inspirational enough for many others to follow.
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Rohini Nilekani
Indian Writer
I think those who are already in philanthropy and enjoying it and making a difference have a responsibility to share their stories widely, and to be very transparent about their giving.
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Naveen Jain
Indian Businessman
Successful ventures in business or philanthropy are built around great teams who can help us overcome tremendous challenges - and have the right experiences and relationships to do so.
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John C. Bogle
American Businessman
The best rule for philanthropy is to give until it hurts, as much as you can, because none of us can get through life all by ourselves.
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Gamaliel Bailey
American Journalist
Never respect men merely for their riches, but rather for their philanthropy; we do not value the sun for its height, but for its use.
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Shari Arison
Israeli Businesswoman
In everything I do, whether in business, philanthropy or my personal life, I am guided by my inner truth, my values.
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Husnu Ozyegin
Turkish Businessman
It's important to do see the results of your philanthropy while you are alive.
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Jorge M. Perez
American Businessman
The worlds of art, philanthropy, and business are absolutely intertwined.
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Eva Longoria
American Actress
There's a big difference between charity and between activism and philanthropy. They're very different things and I think, you know, everybody should find a passion or a cause that they can really get behind, but it has to be organic.
Quote examples
Shiv Nadar
Indian Businessman
Though easy to define, it is important to understand the significance of philanthropy. I believe it is really a state of mind: where one feels empowered and equipped to fill the huge gaps in the existing system.
Quote examples
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala
Indian Businessman
Apart from being motivation for themselves, I think big givers should also talk about their philanthropy so that their work and their success stories prove inspirational enough for many others to follow.
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Rohini Nilekani
Indian Writer
I think those who are already in philanthropy and enjoying it and making a difference have a responsibility to share their stories widely, and to be very transparent about their giving.
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Naveen Jain
Indian Businessman
Successful ventures in business or philanthropy are built around great teams who can help us overcome tremendous challenges - and have the right experiences and relationships to do so.
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John C. Bogle
American Businessman
The best rule for philanthropy is to give until it hurts, as much as you can, because none of us can get through life all by ourselves.
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Gamaliel Bailey
American Journalist
Never respect men merely for their riches, but rather for their philanthropy; we do not value the sun for its height, but for its use.
Quote examples
Shari Arison
Israeli Businesswoman
In everything I do, whether in business, philanthropy or my personal life, I am guided by my inner truth, my values.
Quote examples
Husnu Ozyegin
Turkish Businessman
It's important to do see the results of your philanthropy while you are alive.
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Jorge M. Perez
American Businessman
The worlds of art, philanthropy, and business are absolutely intertwined.
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