ALL meanings of philanthropy
phi·lan·thro·py
P p - noun plural philanthropy altruistic concern for human welfare and advancement, usually manifested by donations of money, property, or work to needy persons, by endowment of institutions of learning and hospitals, and by generosity to other socially useful purposes. 1
- noun plural philanthropy the activity of donating to such persons or purposes in this way: to devote one's later years to philanthropy. 1
- noun plural philanthropy a particular act, form, or instance of this activity: The art museum was their favorite philanthropy. 1
- noun plural philanthropy an organization devoted to helping needy persons or to other socially useful purposes. 1
- noun philanthropy being charitable 1
- uncountable noun philanthropy Philanthropy is the giving of money to people who need it, without wanting anything in return. 0
- noun philanthropy the practice of performing charitable or benevolent actions 0
- noun philanthropy love of mankind in general 0
- noun philanthropy a desire to help mankind, esp. as shown by gifts to charitable or humanitarian institutions; benevolence 0
- noun philanthropy a philanthropic act, gift, institution, etc. 0