apply – v. to ask formally for something

patronage – n. the power to give jobs or provide other help to people as a reward for their support

philanthropist – n. a wealthy person who gives money and time to help make life better for other people

pension – n. an amount of money that a company or the government pays to a person who is old or sick and no longer work

orphanage – n. a place for children without parents

technocrat – n. a scientist or technical expert who has a lot of power in politics or industry

designate - v. to officially give someone or something a particular role or purpose

favor - n. a kind or helpful act that you do for someone