noun
philanthropic society; charitable organization
Refers to an organized group or association dedicated to charitable or philanthropic activities.
彼は地元の慈善会でボランティアをしている。
He volunteers at a local philanthropic society.
Compound of 慈善 (charity, philanthropy) and 会 (society, association). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the term follows standard Sino-Japanese word formation.