almsgivings

noun

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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  1. philanthropies
  2. charities
Noun
  • Families, employers, and philanthropies can contribute up to $5,000 annually until a child turns 18, with investments growing tax-free.
    — Darrick Hamilton, Fortune, 16 July 2026
  • That opens a door for city governments, philanthropies, employers and civic groups to supplement accounts for children in low-income communities.
    — Teresa Ghilarducci, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Definition of philanthropies
Noun
  • The event is, in part, a fundraiser for the Aaron Jones Foundation, which donates money to charities and is named for the former NFL defensive end who starred at Apopka High and Eastern Kentucky.
    — Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 July 2026
  • World Vision is one of the charities setting up these spaces.
    — Osmary Hernández, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
Definition of charities
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