fauxlanthropist

A word describing somebody who gives off the impression that their actions are motivated by philanthropy, when in fact this perceived philanthropy is just a by-product of their actions which are motivated by personal objectives. The illusion of philanthropy is often pivotal in achieving these goals, such as the benefit it provides when applying for a job. These acts of fake philanthropy are merely a utensil to fulfil their internal agenda. The classic example being the case of voluntourism, where young people from middle class backgrounds volunteer in poverty-stricken areas, just so that they can put it on their CV (resume) or have a holiday; as opposed to any innate desire to help other people/contribute to charity.

ˈfō-ˈlan(t)-thrə-pist: inordinately wealthy individuals and/or corporations (because...they're people, too) who offer a pittance to charitable organizations with unrelenting and vociferous self-congratulations; often performed every few years to self-soothe and fortify their fragile egos after their most recent marital affair and/or federal crime. (Note: sometimes spelled "phauxlanthropist")

Etymology:

Hybridized from French "faux" and Late Latin philanthropia, from Greek philanthrōpia, from philanthrōpos loving people, from phil- + anthrōpos human being.

I. Faux: "not real or genuine: such as
a: made to look like something else that is usually more valuable : IMITATION, FAKE
b: not sincere, a show of faux =feigned concern"

II. Philanthropist: "one who makes an active effort to promote human welfare."

ˈfō-ˈlan(t)-thrə-pist: inordinately wealthy individuals and/or corporations (because...they're people, too) who offer a pittance to charitable organizations with unrelenting and vociferous self-congratulations; often performed every few years to self-soothe and fortify their fragile egos after their most recent marital affair and/or federal crime. (Note: sometimes spelled "phauxlanthropist")

Etymology:

Hybridized from French "faux" and Late Latin philanthropia, from Greek philanthrōpia, from philanthrōpos loving people, from phil- + anthrōpos human being.

I. Faux: "not real or genuine: such as
a: made to look like something else that is usually more valuable : IMITATION, FAKE
b: not sincere, a show of faux =feigned concern"

II. Philanthropist: "one who makes an active effort to promote human welfare."