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contributions

noun

plural of contribution

as in donations

a gift of money or its equivalent to a charity, humanitarian cause, or public institution contributions for the victims of the earthquake began pouring in

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Recent Examples of contributions Established in 2006, Music In The House gathers the nation’s music industry to salute leaders in music for both their artistic achievements and their broader contributions. — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 26 Aug. 2026 The Walton children are being honored for their contributions to business, entrepreneurship, philanthropy and to the state of Arkansas. — Dylan Sherman, Arkansas Online, 26 Aug. 2026 The Energy Department says that even if only a small portion of this is captured, marine energy technologies would make significant contributions to America’s energy system. — ABC News, 26 Aug. 2026 Produced in tandem with Linda Perry, the record features six rerecordings of classic Dolly cuts plus guest contributions from Elle King, Alison Krauss, Miranda Lambert, and Mavis Staples, among others. — Marah Eakin, Vulture, 26 Aug. 2026 But beyond her contributions to music, Parton was, perhaps, equally well known for her philanthropy and humanitarian work. — Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2026 Curry, globally beloved for his dynamic contributions to the stage and screen, died peacefully at his home in Los Angeles, his longtime manager and friend Marcia Hurwitz confirmed. — Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026 Hardy said the production will play out in chapters, with each company presenting a work spotlighting a legacy bearer whose life and contributions embody that chapter’s theme. — Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026 Comedian Tina Friml will host, and actor, comedian, activist and author Geri Jewell will receive the first Legacy Award, which celebrates people with disabilities whose contributions have impacted entertainment. — Mya Copeland, Variety, 25 Aug. 2026

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In addition to multiple scholarship donations and programs, Parton also mobilized over the years after natural disasters affected both her home state and surrounding areas.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026
Parton’s family has asked for donations to Imagination Library in lieu of flowers.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2026

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