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Henry van Ameringen

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Henry Pfaltz van Ameringen (October 19, 1930 – September 9, 2020) was an American philanthropist.[1][2]

Early life and family

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Henry van Ameringen was born on October 19, 1930, in South Orange, New Jersey in a wealthy family, with his father among the founders of International Flavors and Fragrances.[3]

Career and philanthropy

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In 1985, he helped to found an organization called God's Love We Deliver that provides meals to people with AIDS.[3] He also served as an executive of International Flavors & Fragrances.[4]

During his lifetime, van Ameringen donated around $200 million to LGBT and AIDS-related causes and supported organizations such as Lambda Legal, GMHC (formerly Gay Men's Health Crisis), and God's Love We Deliver.[3][4]

Recognition

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  • Funders for LGBTQ Issues (2017)[3]

References

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  1. ^ "Ensuring a Long Life". 9 May 2012.
  2. ^ Genzlinger, Neil. "Henry van Ameringen, Friend of L.G.B.T.Q. Causes, Dies at 89", The New York Times, September 24, 2020. Accessed October 20, 2022.
  3. ^ a b c d Genzlinger, Neil (24 September 2020). "Henry van Ameringen, Friend of L.G.B.T.Q. Causes, Dies at 89". The New York Times.
  4. ^ a b "Henry van Ameringen, Giant of LGBTQ+ and HIV Philanthropy, Dies at 90". 11 September 2020.