Synonyms of charities

charities

noun

plural of charity

1

as in philanthropies

the giving of necessities and especially money to the needy

after amassing a fortune in the computer industry, the brothers devoted themselves to charity

Synonyms & Similar Words

• philanthropies
• doles
• donations
• almsgivings
• humanisms
• welfares
• contributions
• benevolences
• altruisms
• funds
• goodwills
• benefactions
• grants
• alms
• endowments
• humanitarianisms
• beneficences
• subsidies
• do-goodisms
• do-goodings
• reliefs

2

as in contributions

a gift of money or its equivalent to a charity, humanitarian cause, or public institution

donated his mansion and all of its land as a charity to the people of his beloved home state

Synonyms & Similar Words

• contributions
• donations
• philanthropies
• benefactions
• alms
• offerings
• grants
• legacies
• bequests
• endowments
• beneficences
• tithes
• subsidies
• welfares
• assistances
• benevolences
• presentations
• aids
• presents
• handouts
• doles
• reliefs
• largesses
• bestowals

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of charities

All net proceeds were donated to charities that support and advocate for women and girls, and as the evening came to a close, Melinda Gates matched the $10 million already raised and brought the total to $20 million. — Karla Cote, Variety, 26 Sep. 2026

The The event raised money for the Sunnybrook and True Patriot Love foundations, two Canadian military charities, per Page Six. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 26 Sep. 2026

Hamas and other armed groups operate media outlets, as well as political parties, charities and other civilian institutions alongside their highly secretive armed wings. — Joseph Krauss, Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2026

The 2026 Signature Event, won by Viktor Hovland, generated more than $5 million that will be distributed to 290 charities, record-setting highs for both categories. — From Staff Reports, Hartford Courant, 24 Sep. 2026

The palace can't have governments, charities, businesses, even members of the public wondering whether their activities somehow carry the endorsement of the crown. — Janelle Ash , Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2026

The dress is being auctioned for the first time since 1997, when Diana sold it and other garments to raise money for AIDS charities. — ABC News, 18 Sep. 2026

Fuel retailers are in a great position to support local schools, youth sports, charities and neighborhood events. — Wisfe Aish, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2026

She will also be remembered for her tireless work supporting mental health charities. — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2026