The article explores the transformation of the concept of charity in a modern information and post-information society. The author believes that charity is no longer a private matter, but is controlled and managed by society. At the same time, the general goals of charity are still directly related to people belonging to a social group in need of support. The author insists that today it is necessary to talk about the parallel existence of traditional charity and a new charity. Traditional charity is based on self-giving and personal sacrifice, directed to all individuals without exception. It corresponds with the category of Absolute moral Good. In the new form of charity, exclusively economic instruments and solutions to the problem of poverty come to the fore, and the object is not a specific person who needs help, but large systems, public institutions, even entire countries. Charitable activities are increasingly attracting the attention of economic elites and businesses interested in investing. New form