(The) John Howard, who spent much of his life in visiting the prisons and hospitals of Europe (1726-1790 ) (Greek, phil-anthropos )
Voluntary action for the public good, including voluntary service, voluntary association, and voluntary giving Topic areas: Fundraising and Financial Sustainability
n A rich (and usually bald) old gentleman who has trained himself to grin while his conscience is picking his pocket
A philanthropist is someone who freely gives money and help to people who need it. a rich person who gives a lot of money to help poor people
A person who loves humanity, is committed deeply to making society a better place, who believes that each individual, each dollar and each action makes a difference
One who practices philanthropy; one who loves mankind, and seeks to promote the good of others