donates

Gives to charity

Donates is the act of giving something—typically money, blood, or goods—without expecting payment or return.

The word implies generosity toward a cause or institution: She donates to the food bank every month, He regularly donates blood.

Unlike casual giving, donating usually involves some formality or record-keeping.

charitable

gives

Transfers possession freely

nonprofit · fundraiser · beneficiary · generosity · altruism · tithe · pledge · endowment · foundation · relief

goods

clothing

Body coverings worn daily

  • foodConsumable nourishment source
  • toysObjects for amusement
  • furnitureMovable room objects

supplies · thrift store · food bank · canned goods · blankets · school supplies · books · shelter · pantry · drive

medical

blood

Body's oxygen carrier

tissue · transplant · plasma · transfusion · stem cell · cadaveric · recipient · compatibility · registry · procurement

financial

money

Currency for transactions

recurring · tax-deductible · matching gift · crowdfunding · campaign · telethon · gala · auction · raffle · grant

time

volunteers

Unpaid willing workers

tutoring · coaching · pro bono · board member · community service · outreach · helping · civic engagement · charity work · giving back

Categories
Opposites
giving vs taking/receiving

donatestakes

Captures or acquires

keeps · retains · receives · seizes · hoards

generosity vs withholding

donateshoards

Hidden valuable caches

retains · keeps · withholds · refuses · clings to

gratuitous vs transactional

donatessells

Transfers for payment

trades · barters · monetizes · commercializes · peddles

Phrases
Family

donation, donate, donations, donated, donating, donator, donators, donatable

Familiarity
Top 20,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G