Definitions of Philanthropy

• The giving of one’s time, talent or treasure for the sake of another or for the common good.
  
  
• Voluntary action for the public good.
  
  
• Voluntary giving, voluntary service, and voluntary association, primarily for the benefit of others.
  
  
• Giving and serving.
  
  
• Active effort to promote human welfare.
  
  
• A tradition, a spirit and a sector of society.