Alexander Dawson Henderson (February 28, 1865 – January 5, 1925) was an American-born financier and philanthropist.
He was vice president, first treasurer and founding investor of the California Perfume Company (CPC), which later became Avon Products.Henderson supported his local church as a Vestryman for the St.
Matthew’s Episcopal Church in Brooklyn, New York.
His Philanthropic work included volunteering as President of the New York State Charities Aid Association and acting as Chairman of the Red Cross drive for funds.
Henderson volunteered his time as treasurer and director of the Ramapo Valley Independent newspaper.