Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Agents Facet
3. People (hierarchy name)
4. people (agents)
5. [people by activity]
6. philanthropists

Anotations

Scope note:

Those who use their means or influence to benefit individuals, institutions, or causes; especially those who support the work of artists and writers, and including those who commission and pay for individual works. For supporters who assume primary responsibility for projects or activities, use "sponsors." For supporters who give voluntary work, money, or public expressions of support through membership in a voluntary association, use "friends."