Love of mankind, benevolence towards mankind in general.

The promotion of the well-being of one's fellow men.

In English law a rule of law preventing the perpetual succession to property from one generation to another. Not usually applicable to charities.

One who takes under his favour and protection a person, cause, foundation or organisation (See also Mecenat)

A group of specialists invited to debate a question before a public.

The essential administrative expenses incurred in connection with the running of an organisation particularly those which cannot be attributed to any one department or activity (such as are needed for rent, staff, mail, telephone, publicity, etc).

In English law persons appointed by the Charity Commissioners, and forming a corporation, in whom the money, stocks or investments of any endowed charity may be invested.

A person admitted to attend a meeting (usually on behalf of another person or organisation) but without any of the rights as to voting and otherwise accorded to full members present.

The aims or purpose of an organisation.

Purpose of an organisation broken down in such a way that it can be implemented by specific action.

The process of planning and accounting for "objects" of expense and income (e.g. office supplies, rent) with no relationship to the programs delivered by the organisation.