Nonprofit Jargon

noun a person or organization that gives or donates something, typically money or blood

• The donor generously contributed a large sum of money towards the charity event.
• The donor really came through with a big donation for the cause.
• That donor is a real MVP for supporting the community like that.
• The donor's kindness was like a ray of sunshine in a dark world.

verb to return something to its original owner or to do something good for someone who has done something good for you

• It is important for individuals to give back to their community through acts of service and philanthropy.
• I try to give back to the community by volunteering at the local shelter.
• I'm always looking for ways to give back and help out those in need.
• Sometimes the best way to feel fulfilled is to give back to others without expecting anything in return.

noun a cooperative relationship between people or groups

adjective relating to or involving a partnership

• The two companies entered into a strategic partnership to collaborate on research and development.
• We decided to go into partnership with another small business to expand our market reach.
• Me and my buddy are going into business together, it's gonna be a dope partnership.
• Their partnership on the project was like a well-oiled machine, everything ran smoothly.