Below is a collection of advanced vocabulary and collocations that you can use directly in your Speaking/Writing on the topics of Charity, Volunteering, Donation, and Fraud.
1. Philanthropy (n.)
Meaning: The act of helping others, especially by donating money or resources to improve society.
Collocations:
- engage in philanthropy
- corporate philanthropy
- philanthropy projects
Example:
Many tech companies engage in philanthropy to support education and healthcare initiatives.
2. Humanitarian aid (n.)
Meaning: Assistance provided to people in crisis situations, such as natural disasters or conflicts.
Collocations:
- deliver humanitarian aid
- emergency humanitarian aid
- rely on humanitarian aid
Example:
After the severe flooding, thousands of families relied on humanitarian aid to survive.
3. Underprivileged (adj.)
Meaning: Lacking basic resources or opportunities; disadvantaged.
Collocations:
- underprivileged communities
- support underprivileged families
- provide opportunities for the underprivileged
Example:
Many charities focus on supporting underprivileged communities with food and education.
4. Non-profit organization (n.)
Meaning: An organization that operates for public benefit rather than making profit.
Collocations:
- run a non-profit organization
- donate to non-profit organizations
- financially support non-profit organizations
Example:
Non-profit organizations must provide transparent reporting to maintain public trust.
5. Fundraising campaign (n.)
Meaning: An organized effort to collect money for a particular purpose.
Collocations:
- launch a fundraising campaign
- online fundraising campaigns
- contribute to a fundraising campaign
Example:
The charity launched an online fundraising campaign to raise awareness about child poverty.
6. Misallocation of funds (n.)
Meaning: The improper or unethical use of money that was donated or assigned for a specific purpose.
Collocations:
- prevent misallocation of funds
- investigate misallocation of funds
- accused of misallocating funds
Example:
Several organizations were accused of misallocation of funds, which severely damaged their reputation.
7. Accountability (n.)
Meaning: The obligation to explain and justify how decisions or funds are managed.
Collocations:
- increase accountability
- ensure financial accountability
- demand accountability from charities
Example:
Increasing accountability is essential to combat charity fraud.
8. Donor fatigue (n.)
Meaning: A situation where people become less willing to donate because they feel overwhelmed or distrustful.
Collocations:
- suffer from donor fatigue
- lead to donor fatigue
- overcome donor fatigue
Example:
Frequent charity scandals can lead to donor fatigue, reducing contributions.
9. Transparent reporting (n.)
Meaning: Clear, honest, and accessible documentation of how money is used.
Collocations:
- provide transparent reporting
- demand transparent reporting
- ensure transparent financial reporting
Example:
Transparent reporting helps restore public trust after funding scandals.
10. Charitable misconduct (n.)
Meaning: Improper, unethical, or illegal behavior related to handling charity activities or funds.
Collocations:
- prevent charitable misconduct
- accused of charitable misconduct
- punish charitable misconduct
Example:
Charitable misconduct must be punished to protect donors and vulnerable groups.
11. Grassroots charity (n.)
Meaning: A small, community-based charity often run by local volunteers.
Collocations:
- support grassroots charities
- join a grassroots charity group
- grassroots charity projects
Example:
Grassroots charities are often more effective in addressing local issues.
12. Altruism (n.)
Meaning: Selfless concern for the well-being of others.
Collocations:
- driven by altruism
- promote altruism among young people
- act out of altruism
Example:
Many volunteers act purely out of altruism, without expecting rewards.
13. Volunteerism (n.)
Meaning: The practice of offering time and services without payment.
Collocations:
- encourage volunteerism
- promote youth volunteerism
- the spirit of volunteerism
Example:
Volunteerism helps students develop empathy and social responsibility.
14. Vulnerable groups (n.)
Meaning: People who are at greater risk of harm, such as the elderly, children, or those living in poverty.
Collocations:
- protect vulnerable groups
- provide support for vulnerable groups
- target vulnerable groups
Example:
Most charities aim to support vulnerable groups such as the elderly and children.
15. Illicit fundraising (n.)
Meaning: Illegal or unauthorized fundraising activities.
Collocations:
- prevent illicit fundraising
- report illicit fundraising
- involved in illicit fundraising
Example:
Authorities have introduced new laws to prevent illicit fundraising on social media.
