Reply #2: I don't see where any of these would describe John Walton [View All]

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Definitions of Philanthropist on the Web:

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.
www.indianagrantmakers.org/give/glossary.html

From two Greek words meaning “love” and “human being,” a person who works hard to help the human race through causes such as health or education. Usually used for someone who gives money to these causes.
www.ecohealth101.org/glossary.html

(The). John Howard, who spent much of his life in visiting the prisons and hospitals of Europe. (1726-1790.) (Greek, phil-anthropos.)
www.bootlegbooks.com/Reference/PhraseAndFable/data/969.html

someone who makes charitable donations intended to increase human well-being
www.cogsci.princeton.edu/cgi-bin/webwn2.1

A philanthropist is someone who devotes her or his time, money, or effort towards helping others. The label is most often applied to someone who gives large amounts to charity. See also philanthropy.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philanthropist