Paul Brainerd American Philanthropist
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Passed away on 15th February, 2026 aged 79.
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| First Name |
Paul
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| Last Name |
Brainerd
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| Birthday |
30th November, 1946
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| Died |
15th February, 2026
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| Nationality |
American
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| Occupation |
Philanthropist
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Paul Brainerd (November 17, 1947 – February 15, 2026) was an American businessman, computer programmer and philanthropist. In 1984, he co-founded the Aldus Corporation, which released PageMaker, the first consumer-use desktop publishing software. Brainerd coined the term "desktop publishing". From 1995 on, he was involved in philanthropic efforts, including the founding of Social Ventures Partners in 1997, a global organization that connects local investors with non-profit community organizations.