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Is there a difference between philanthropy and humanitarianism?

Asked by starsandroses (56points) May 2nd, 2016

Please forgive me if this is a dumb question,

What is the difference between being a philanthropist or humanitarian?

I donate money to different causes….. but I also do a lot of volunteer work as well. I am also getting into animal welfare / animal activism.

I’ve donated time, money, clothing, food, etc

I am just wondering if there are any huge differences…?

I am unsure whether to call myself a philanthropist or humanitarian?

My father is a philanthropist and has been donating money to different causes for decades….. I know he is a philanthropist because he’s involved with different charities….. So far for me I’ve just donated to local shelters….... I am not sure what to call myself? But I am interested in these things….

Is there a difference?

From what I understand philanthropists mostly donate money…...... to charities and causes while humanitarians mostly volunteer?

Again please forgive my ignorance

Thank you to all who answer :)

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