The word philanthropy combines the prefix phil- with the root -anthropy. Phil-

comes from the Greek philos, meaning "loving." -Anthropy comes from the Greek
anthrōpos, meaning "humanity."

What is philanthropy?
good deeds done to benefit other people
acts of kindness that reflect human wisdom
caring for and serving oneself before others

Philanthropy is doing good deeds to benefit other people. It involves acts of kindness that reflect human wisdom and a focus on caring for and serving others rather than oneself.