Something deemed to be necessary for survival that has no or few substitutes Most of what we perceive we need is in fact a "want " There are substitutes for almost everything
The fundamental motivations and requirements of people, not to be confused with "wants" or "desires" The distinction between "needs" and "wants" becomes subject to debate beyond the minimal levels of basics such as food, clothing, shelter, drinkable water, and breathable air Items that most Americans would consider necessities of life may be useless extravagances to other cultures Psychological studies have indicated that conditions that should have no effect on the body may be necessities for maintaining mental health, and therefore physical health and productivity
Events that must occur in your relationship for you to be content or happy An unmet need will result in an "issue", and must be addressed for you to successfully function in the relationship Needs are persistent over time There are usually many ways to meet a need
In fundraising terms, refers specifically to the institution's dollar requirements that can constitute objectives, for an intensive campaign or for a continuing fund development program See also: Capital Needs, Endowment Needs, Program Needs, Project Needs, Validated Needs Topic areas: Fundraising and Financial Sustainability
the basic but essential products which we need in order to live, e g water, shelter, warmth
the cost estimate for constructing publicly owned wastewater treatment facilities potentially eligible for Federal financial assistance