philanthropy

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By the turn of the century, as tech wealth soared, cultural and civic leaders tried to draw newly rich residents into philanthropy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

His philanthropy included donations to the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, according to his website.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

The American system of philanthropy is partly responsible for museums, hospitals, schools and relief for the country’s underprivileged.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

The program is also supported by corporate philanthropy from Wells Fargo, JPMorgan Chase, Visa, Gap and others.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

Maybe the whole thing was a lesson about philanthropy.

From "Schooled" by Gordon Korman