be·nev·o·lence 
(bə-nĕvə-ləns)
(bə-nĕvə-ləns)n.
1. An inclination to perform kind, charitable acts.
2.
a. A kindly act.
b. A gift given out of generosity.
3. A compulsory tax or payment exacted by some English sovereigns without the consent of Parliament.