The greatest form of charity, as described by the Rambam, is to assist others by helping them before they become dependent on others, such as by giving them a loan or helping them find employment, allowing them to retain their dignity. The second greatest form is to give with complete anonymity, with the giver not knowing who the receiver is, and the receiver not knowing who the giver is. The protagonist is doing one of these for a nation of 30,000.
The level of charity the Maiden is doing is likely between the 5th and 7th levels, 5th being giving to the poor directly without being asked, 6th being giving after being asked, and 7th being giving inadequately but cheerfully.
In other words, the Maiden's charity is to a verifiably lesser degree than the protagonists.