"Almsgiving / Giving” means donating money or goods to the poor and performing other acts of charity.  It is one of the three pillars of Lenten practice. Almsgiving is "a witness to fraternal charity" and  "a work of justice pleasing to God." (Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 2462).  

Through the observance of Lent, O Lord,  You purify your Church every year.  See to it that your children lead a better life  and so obtain the graces they are striving to acquire by doing acts of sacrifice, prayer and penance.  This we ask of you through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son.  AMEN