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An organization set up to provide help and raise money for those in need
“The charity is run by volunteers who co-ordinate the project, organize fundraising events and seek out business sponsorship.”
The voluntary giving of alms or aid to those in need
“These moral codes oblige society to show empathy and provide charity towards society's most vulnerable.”
Kindness and benevolence in one's nature or character
“Her charity towards mankind was so universal, that this queen of virtues seemed to be the soul which animated her words, actions, and entire conduct.”
A generous or giving nature or character
“His charity towards the needy knew no bounds.”
Benevolent altruism with the intention of increasing the well-being of humankind
“These pious women proposed to pass their lives as pilgrims, traveling from one hospital to another, and performing great acts of charity.”
The spirit of goodwill that exists within a social circle
“This meeting's tender advice to George Keith is to live in peace and charity among friends and brethren here in this city.”
The gentle or kind exercise of power
“If the pontiff means to behave with charity towards his subjects, he will therefore rejoice at careful investigation of his power.”
A kind or helpful deed
The quality of not being partisan, of remaining politically independent
Organization that works for the benefit of the community
One-tenth of one's income or produce paid to the church as a tax
Behaviour showing high moral standards
An institution established with an endowment
A business or organization providing a particular service
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