welfare program
nounUK /ˈwel.feə ˈprəʊ.ɡræm/
US /ˈwel.fer ˈproʊ.ɡræm/
A welfare program is a plan by the government to help people who need money, food, or care.
The family got help from a welfare program when the father lost his job.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A system set up by an organization to look after the health and comfort of its members.
The company started a welfare program for its workers.
3. A plan to protect the well-being of animals.
The zoo runs a welfare program to keep the animals healthy and happy.
4. A government effort to help poor or needy people.
The new welfare program gives free meals to children at school.