as in philanthropies
the giving of necessities and especially money to the needy
a millionaire who was known for his annual Christmas dole to needy-looking strangers he met on the street
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Filippelli said people are finding clever ways to navigate state level funding and local philanthropies will still finance some projects, but much of the Biden-era federal funding for such initiatives is gone.—
Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 6 Jan. 2026
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The philanthropies backing Sheffield's transition are expected to donate at least $2 million, Detroit's most expensive yet.—
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In addition to his political activism, Michael was involved with several charities, including serving as chair of the John Douglas French Alzheimer’s Foundation board.—
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The couple were also known to frequently make financial gifts to other local charities and organizations.—
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“Doles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doles. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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