The love of humanity –
The etymology of “philanthropy” traces back to the Greek words “philos,” meaning “loving” or “fond of,” and “anthrÅpos,” meaning “human being” or “man.” Therefore, philanthropy literally means “love of humanity.” This concept emphasizes caring, nourishing, developing, and enhancing what it is to be human on both the benefactors’ (by identifying and exercising their values in giving and volunteering) and the beneficiaries’ (by receiving the assistance) sides.