Philanthropist Collection

MARGARET MOLLY BROWN (1867-1932). The Unsinkable Molly Brown. American socialite, philanthropist, activist, and survivor of the Titanic. Photographed c1890

Boys Swimming, Training Ship Mercury, River Hamble, Hants
Boys from the Training Ship Mercury swimming nude in the River Hamble. The Mercury, established in 1885 by the London philanthropist Charles Hoare

Mount Pleasant Hotel, Kings Cross, London
The Mount Pleasant Hotel at the corner of Kings Cross Road and Calthorpe Street, Central London. The building was originally erected in 1894 as one of Londons six Rowton Houses - large

Edward Colston
EDWARD COLSTON Philanthropist of Bristol

John D Rockefeller, American industrialist, late 19th century (1956). Rockefeller (1839-1937) made his fortune in the petroleum industry

Hanways Umbrella / Anon
JONAS HANWAY Traveller, philanthropist, and umbrella enthusiast

Portrait of Andrew Carnegie seated in a library
Vintage American history photo of Andrew Carnegie seated in a library. By Frances Benjamin Johnston, April 1905

Training Ship Mercury, River Hamble, Hampshire
The Training Ship Mercury was established in 1885 by the London philanthropist Charles Hoare. The ship, a barque previously named Illova, was originally moored at Binstead on the Isle of Wight

Andrew Carnegie at St Andrews University, Scotland
The Scottish-born American philanthropist, Andrew Carnegie, at St Andrews University in Scotland. He served as Rector from 1901 until 1907. He is processing with others in academic robes

John Passmore Edwards, Vanity Fair, Spy
JOHN PASSMORE EDWARDS MP (1823 - 1911) Liberal Member of Parliament for Salisbury, Philanthropist, British journalist, owner and editor of the London newspaper The Echo

George Eastman, founder of Eastman Kodak
George Eastman, inventor of the Kodak box camera, with his signature. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Corry / Vanity Fair 1877
MONTAGU WILLIAM LOWRY CORRY BARON ROWTON Statesman and philanthropist, Disraelis private secretary

John Fuller, English philanthropist
John Fuller (1757-1834), English philanthropist. Fuller was born at North Stoneham, Hampshire. At the age of four he lost his father, the local clergyman, and at ten was sent to Eton College

John Mad Jack Fuller, philanthropist
John Fuller (1757-1834), English philanthropist. Fuller was born at North Stoneham, Hampshire. At the age of four he lost his father, the local clergyman, and at ten was sent to Eton College

Nightingale / Cole / Century
FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE Nurse, hospital reformer and philanthropist

Elizabeth Fry (Bibby s)
ELIZABETH FRY - Prison reformer, quaker and philanthropist

Nightingale / Keene, Derby
FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE nurse, hospital reformer, philanthropist : after her return from the Crimea

Richard Cadbury of Cadburys chocolate company
Richard Barrow Cadbury (1835-1899), second son of John Cadbury, founder of Cadburys chocolate company. circa 1890s

Sir Francis Crossley, businessman, philanthropist and MP
Sir Francis Crossley (1817-1872), 1st Baronet of Halifax, British carpet manufacturer, philanthropist and Liberal Party politician. Date: 1860s

Countess Haugwitz-Reventlow - Barbara Hutton
Portrait of Countess Haugwitz-Reventlow, formerly Barbara Woolworth Hutton (1912-1979), socialite, heiress and philanthropist, dubbed the " poor little rich girl"

Mr & Mrs John D. Rockefeller 3rd return from Honeymoon
Mr and Mrs John D. Rockefeller III (1906-1978) return from their Honeymoon in Bermuda on the Monarch of Bermuda, 15th December 1932

Prison reformer Elizabeth Fry visits women at Newgate
Elizabeth Fry (1780-1845) on a visit to Newgate Prison, London. In 1817, Fry and a group of like-minded, mostly Quaker, women formed the Ladies Association for the Reformation of the Female Prisoners

Adeline, Duchess of Bedford (1852-1920), formerly Lady Adeline Mary Somers-Cocks, George Sackville Russell, 10th Duke of Bedford

MARGARET MOLLY BROWN (1867-1932). The Unsinkable Molly Brown. American socialite, philanthropist, activist and survivor of the Titanic

Modern Athenians plate 21 - Edinburgh
John Menzies (d. 1843) of Pitfodels, being approached by Rev. Thomas Guthrie (1803-1873) of Old Greyfriars Church, Scottish churchman and philanthropist, promoter of the ragged schools

Titus Salt / Col Lith
SIR TITUS SALT Manufacturer and philanthropist

Moses Montefiore / Quiver
SIR MOSES MONTEFIORE British Jewish philanthropist, born in Italy, visiting an orphanage in Thanet

Jonas Hanway / Umbrella 2
JONAS HANWAY Traveller, philanthropist, and umbrella enthusiast

The King of Trusts. Andrew Carnegie. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796308 The King of Trusts. Andrew Carnegie. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Fornaro, Carlo de (1872-1949); Private Collection; (add.info.: The King of Trusts)

Portrait of Benjamin Gott, 1827-28 (oil on canvas)
LMG128859 Portrait of Benjamin Gott, 1827-28 (oil on canvas) by Lawrence, Thomas (1769-1830); 142.2x111.8 cm; Leeds Industrial Museum (Armley Mills) U.K.; (add.info)

John Julius Angerstein (1736-1823). Creator: Thomas Lawrence
John Julius Angerstein (1736-1823)

Quintin Hogg, English merchant and philanthropist
Quintin Hogg (1845-1903), English merchant and philanthropist. Statue erected by the Royal Polytechnic Institution to the memory of their founder, Regent Street, London

Albert De Mun Photo
Comte ALBERT DE MUN French statesman and philanthropist, in 1910. Date: 1841 - 1914

NIGHTINGALE, Florence (1823-1910). British nurse and philanthropist. He organized military hospitals for the injured during the Crimean War (1854-55) and founded in London a nursery school

Peabody and John Bull
GEORGE PEABODY the American philanthropist shames John Bull into digging into his own pocket to help Londons homeless. Date: 1860S

Bust of John Fuller, philanthropist
Marble bust of John Fuller (1757-1834), English philanthropist. Fuller was born at North Stoneham, Hampshire. At the age of four he lost his father, the local clergyman

Doctor Frebault / Gill
Doctor Frebault (1825 -?) Doctor, philanthropist and thats about all we can find out about this man with the syringe

Coram / Hogarth / Holl
THOMAS CORAM philanthropist and founder of the Foundling Hospital

W Wilberforce / Finden
WILLIAM WILBERFORCE English philanthropist and politician at age 73

Samuel Montagu
SAMUEL MONTAGU (born Montagu Samuel) first baron Swaythling Jewish merchant banker in London, statesman (MP for Whitechapel) philanthropist, promoted metric system etc

Elizabeth Fry (Drummond)
ELIZABETH FRY - Prison reformer, quaker and philanthropist

Elizabeth Fry (Quiver)
ELIZABETH FRY - Prison reformer, quaker and philanthropist. Here she visits inmates of Newgate Prison

Men at Yarrow Military Hospital. These may be a mixture of staff and patients. None are wearing hospital blues though some have arm slings. Some have the RAMC badge on their arm

Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury
3585776 Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury; (add.info.: Portrait of Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury (1801-1885) an English politician, philanthropist, and social reformer

William Henry Vanderbilt
3586274 William Henry Vanderbilt; (add.info.: Portrait of William Henry Vanderbilt (1821-1885) an American businessman and philanthropist. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Portrait of Thomas Douglas, 5th Earl of Selkirk
3521093 Portrait of Thomas Douglas, 5th Earl of Selkirk; (add.info.: Portrait of Thomas Douglas, 5th Earl of Selkirk (1771-1820)

Anthony Ashley Cooper, 7th Earl (1801-1885) Shaftesbury, English factory reformer and philanthropist
527552 Anthony Ashley Cooper, 7th Earl (1801-1885) Shaftesbury, English factory reformer and philanthropist. From Men of Mark, London c1877. Woodburytype.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

John Robinson Whitley
3585859 John Robinson Whitley; (add.info.: Portrait of John Robinson Whitley (1843-1922) an English entrepreneur and philanthropist. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

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"Philanthropists: Champions of Change and Compassion" In the heart of London's Kings Cross, the historic Mount Pleasant Hotel stands as a testament to the generosity and benevolence of philanthropists throughout history. From Edward Colston's contributions to education and healthcare, to Andrew Carnegie's legacy etched in a portrait within his beloved library, these individuals have left an indelible mark on society. Across the River Hamble in Hampshire lies Training Ship Mercury, a symbol of hope for countless young lives transformed by philanthropic endeavors. Meanwhile, St Andrews University in Scotland proudly remembers Andrew Carnegie's unwavering commitment to education. John Passmore Edwards' name echoes through time with Vanity Fair immortalizing him as a true benefactor. George Eastman, founder of Eastman Kodak, used his success to uplift communities worldwide. The pages of Vanity Fair also capture John Fuller's dedication towards improving lives. Notably remembered is John Mad Jack Fuller - his philanthropy knew no bounds as he sought to make lasting changes that would benefit generations to come. Margaret Molly Brown emerges from history as an American socialite turned activist who survived the Titanic tragedy; her tireless efforts continue inspiring others even today. Finally, Florence Nightingale and Ida Cole exemplify how compassion can revolutionize healthcare practices during their era. Their pioneering work paved the way for modern nursing methods still utilized today. These extraordinary individuals remind us that philanthropy transcends borders and eras – it is an enduring force that shapes our world for the betterment of all mankind.