almsman
/ˈɑːmzmən/noun
1A man who receives or is dependent upon alms; a man who is supported by funds left to support the poor, especially one living in an almshouse; (also loosely) a beggar.
2A person who gives alms; a benefactor. Now rare.
Origin
Old English; earliest use found in Metrical Charm: For Unfruitful Land. From alms + man.