They tried to find a 'charitable' explanation for his actions. [=an explanation that assumes that there was a good reason for his actions]
Half of the class has a chance at passing the test, and that is a 'charitable' estimate.
She has tried to be 'charitable' about her sister's problems.
(..) - The fact that I'm the owner. EARLE: What are you talking about? The company went public a week ago. And I bought most of the shares. Through various charitable foundations and trusts and so forth. Look, it's all a bit technical, but the important thing... ...is that my company's future is secure. (..)2005 Batman Begins