A "goodwill gesture" signifies a kind action or behavior towards someone that aims to create a positive impression or show goodwill and friendliness. Full definition
It is now offering to donate # 20 million as a sort of goodwill gesture. (blogs.spectator.co.uk)
As a «goodwill gesture,» BP's executives are even promising to pay $ 100 million to oil industry workers sidelined by the Obama administration's decision to impose a six - month drilling moratorium, even though they reportedly don't believe their shareholders are liable. (cnbc.com)
A severance package is a goodwill gesture to the employee. (financialsamurai.com)