as in philanthropy
the giving of necessities and especially money to the needy
good works such as almsgiving, tending the sick and visiting the imprisoned
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Noun
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In addition to her passion for making tasteful and affordable accessories, Scott has a heart for philanthropy.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
27 May 2025 -
The key revenue sources are driven by ticket sales, television, sponsorship and philanthropy.—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
25 May 2025
Noun
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All donations will be sent to local food banks and charities in Lake County.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 May 2025
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Aaron Tributes Among new beneficiaries to be announced in the coming weeks are several non-profits that will receive revenue from a charity 4.4-mile run, co-sponsored by the Atlanta Track Club, honoring the late Braves icon Hank Aaron.—
Dan Schlossberg,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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“Almsgiving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/almsgiving. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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