C2adjectiveformalmoneysociety
US/ˌfɪl.ənˈθrɑː.pɪk/
UK/ˌfɪl.ənˈθrɒp.ɪk/
giving money or help to people in need, especially in large amounts
In context
The billionaire's philanthropic foundation funds clean water projects in Africa and Asia.
Many companies now see philanthropic work as part of their brand.
Her philanthropic efforts helped build fifty libraries in rural schools.
Words that go with philanthropic
adjective + noun
- philanthropic organizationa group that gives money to help peopleThe philanthropic organization funds schools in poor regions.
- philanthropic foundationa fund set up to give money to good causesThe philanthropic foundation donated millions to medical research.
- philanthropic workactivities that help people in needHe is well known for his philanthropic work in education.
- philanthropic givingdonations of money to help othersPhilanthropic giving rises sharply at the end of the year.