donations

NOUN

gift

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aid allowance appropriation assistance bequest charity contribution endowment grant handout help relief subscription subsidy

STRONG

alms benefaction beneficence boon dole gratuity lump offering philanthropy pittance present presentation ration subvention write-off

WEAK

a hand do one's part gifting helping hand

Antonyms

STRONGEST

blockage hindrance hurt injury loss obstruction stop

Example Sentences

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Donations of IRA assets are triple-tax-free because no federal income tax is due on contributions, growth or withdrawals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Donations to Theodore Payne can be made online or via check payable to the Theodore Payne Foundation at 10459 Tuxford St., Sun Valley, CA 91352.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2026

Donations can include new and unopened toiletries, like shampoo and toothpaste, as well as other cleaning products including washing up liquid, sponges, cloths and tissues.

From BBC • Jan. 13, 2026

Donations are being routed through the nonprofit Trust for the National Mall.

From Salon • Oct. 28, 2025

Donations from wealthy white businessmen were essential to getting these projects off the ground, but the guiding force was the black elite.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield