almsgivings

plural of almsgiving
as in philanthropies
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
  • Women who are leaders at companies and organizations (including philanthropies) with at least $25 million in annual revenue in at least one of the past three years, or an enterprise value of $100 million for private companies and $250 million for public companies can submit a nomination.
    CNBC.com staff, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2025
  • While Vance’s critique of the Ford Foundation’s tax-exempt status was limited to its support of The Nation during his podcast appearance, other administration officials have provided clues as to how the government will conduct its scrutiny of liberal philanthropies.
    Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 24 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Last month, several charities severed ties with Sarah after a 2011 email from her to Epstein surfaced.
    Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
  • Central Arkansas charities are seeking donations prior to the holiday season, as the demand for food and other services continues to increase.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 20 Oct. 2025
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“Almsgivings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/almsgivings. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.

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