in-kind

adjective

ˈin-ˈkīnd 

: consisting of something (such as goods or commodities) other than money

in-kind relief for the poor

Examples of in-kind in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

His remaining on the air could be considered an in-kind contribution by the radio station to his campaign, a potential violation of state election law for a candidate who intends to participate in the state’s public financing program. — Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 18 Aug. 2026

Dominguez did not report any contributions during the last filing period, but has since recorded nearly $100,000 from in-kind donations from CTU. — Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026

McCool also received in-kind contributions from the North Carolina Democratic Primary in the form of software and payroll and benefits. — Mary Ramsey august 12, Charlotte Observer, 12 Aug. 2026

These challenges exist at the fund level and consequently many funds distribute shares in-kind, pushing liquidity challenges down to the LPs. — Steven Dudash, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1973, in the meaning defined above

Legal Definition

in-kind

adjective

1

a

: made in a form other than money

an in-kind contribution to a political campaign

b

: made without conversion (as of assets) into money

an in-kind distribution of assets

2

: made in a form or amount equivalent to another

an in-kind payment to substitute for meals