almoners

noun

Definition of almonersnext
plural of almoner
as in philanthropists

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  1. philanthropists
  2. benefactors
  3. donors
  4. patrons
  5. angels
Noun
  • The Falls was snapped up over two decades ago in 2002 by philanthropists and modernist architecture enthusiasts Donna and Ben Rosen.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 1 Oct. 2024
  • For almost 10 years, the firm has supported entrepreneurs, C-suite executives, ultra-high-net-worth families, and philanthropists on this journey.
    Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of philanthropists
Noun
  • After Biden attracted billionaires like Michael Bloomberg and LinkedIn founder Reid Hoffman, Harris has already got the backing of at least 76 wealthy benefactors herself, including Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings, former Meta COO Sheryl Sandberg and philanthropist Melinda French Gates.
    Alison Durkee, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • With polls indicating a very close Presidential election, the biggest benefactors of this ad spending largesse are the local television stations in seven swing states; Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin, Georgia, North Carolina, Arizona and Nevada.
    Brad Adgate, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
Definition of benefactors
Noun
  • How to donate to Stock the Shelves During October, USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin newspapers and Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin are working together to raise enough money from readers and donors to provide 750,000 meals to Wisconsin families through the annual Stock the Shelves campaign.
    Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Many presidents find themselves in situations without large endowments, or with problems that can’t be solved by wealthy donors.
    Ira Porter, The Christian Science Monitor, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of donors
Noun
  • Willie, too, was welcomed by jovial patrons in the restaurant where Heyerdahl was dining.
    Francine Uenuma, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The Hot Chick goes down the rabbit hole With over-the-top Alice in Wonderland decor, like oversized clocks, butterflies, and mushrooms, plus an appearance by the Queen of Hearts, The Hot Chick aims to transport patrons to a magical place.
    Bahar Anooshahr, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of patrons
Noun
  • Back in the days no network of business angels existed, that’s why founders came to Rheingau for capitalization and support.
    Josipa Majic Predin, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Back then, Germany had just a handful of venture funds, and no real network of business angels.
    Josipa Majic Predin, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of angels
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