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aid organization
An organization whose purpose is to help people in emergencies, during disasters, or in poverty.
Nach dem Tsunami waren viele internationale Hilfsorganisationen vor Ort.
After the tsunami, many international aid organizations were on the ground.
The word is made up of 'Hilfe' (help), the linking -s, and 'Organisation' (organization). So it literally describes an organization that provides help.
Die lokale Hilfsorganisation sammelt Spenden für die Flutopfer.
The local aid organization is collecting donations for the flood victims.
The word component 'Hilfs-' is used in many German words and means 'helping' or 'supporting.' If you see 'Hilfs-' at the beginning of a word, it often has to do with support or help.
Ein Wörterbuch ist ein wichtiges Hilfsmittel beim Sprachenlernen.
A dictionary is an important aid when learning languages.
Common verbs used with 'Hilfsorganisation' (aid organization) are 'spenden für' (to donate to), 'arbeiten für' (to work for), 'unterstützen' (to support), or 'gründen' (to found).
Viele Menschen spenden regelmäßig für eine Hilfsorganisation ihrer Wahl.
Many people donate regularly to an aid organization of their choice.
charity
'die Charity' and 'die Hilfsorganisation' both have to do with helping people in need or with donations. 'Hilfsorganisation' is a clear German word for an organization that provides concrete help, for example after disasters or in cases of poverty. 'Charity' is an English word used in German and can mean such an organization, but also a fundraising event such as a gala or a concert. That is why the words can be confused. If you definitely mean an organization, 'Hilfsorganisation' is more precise. For events or in a more modern style, you often hear 'Charity'.
Nach dem Erdbeben bringt eine Hilfsorganisation Wasser und Medikamente in die Region.
After the earthquake, an aid organization brings water and medicine to the region.
Jana besucht am Freitag eine Charity, bei der Geld für kranke Kinder gesammelt wird.
Jana is going to a charity event on Friday where money is being raised for sick children.