benefactions

noun

plural of benefaction
as in contributions
a gift of money or its equivalent to a charity, humanitarian cause, or public institution the generous benefaction from an anonymous donor meant the animal shelter could stay open

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  1. contributions
  2. donations
Noun
  • Established in 2006, Music In The House gathers the nation’s music industry to salute leaders in music for both their artistic achievements and their broader contributions.
    — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The Walton children are being honored for their contributions to business, entrepreneurship, philanthropy and to the state of Arkansas.
    — Dylan Sherman, Arkansas Online, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of contributions
Noun
  • In addition to multiple scholarship donations and programs, Parton also mobilized over the years after natural disasters affected both her home state and surrounding areas.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Parton’s family has asked for donations to Imagination Library in lieu of flowers.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of donations
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“Benefactions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/benefactions. Accessed 29 Aug. 2026.

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