Benefit albums are music compilations created to raise funds for a specific cause or charity. These albums typically feature various artists who contribute their songs, with proceeds from sales going directly to support the designated initiative. Benefit albums can address a wide range of issues, such as disaster relief, health research, or social justice. One notable example of a benefit album is We Are the World, released in 1985 to aid famine relief in Ethiopia. Such projects not only provide financial support but also raise awareness about important social issues, encouraging fans to engage with the cause through music.