:b. spec. The activity of an organization in making contact and fostering relations with people unconnected with it, esp. for the [[purpose]] of support or [[education]] and for increasing awareness of the organization's aims or message; the [[fact]] or extent of this activity. | :b. spec. The activity of an organization in making contact and fostering relations with people unconnected with it, esp. for the [[purpose]] of support or [[education]] and for increasing awareness of the organization's aims or message; the [[fact]] or extent of this activity. |