Philanthropist

/fəˈlænθrəpɪst/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A person who donates money, goods, time, or effort to charitable causes, often influencing nonprofit law and governance.
    The philanthropist established a foundation to support legal aid services.

Forms

  • philanthropists

Commentary

In legal contexts, philanthropists often engage with laws governing charitable donations, tax exemptions, and nonprofit entity formation.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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