Endowment
Endowment is a financial term that refers to the donation of money or property to a non-profit organization for the ongoing support of that organization. The term is often used in the context of charitable giving by individuals or corporations to universities, museums, hospitals, and other non-profit organizations. An endowment may come with certain stipulations regarding its usage.
Types of Endowments[edit | edit source]
There are three main types of endowments: unrestricted, term, and quasi endowments.
- Unrestricted Endowment - These are assets that can be spent, saved, invested, and distributed at the discretion of the institution receiving the endowment. They are not subject to any restrictions by the donor, and can be used for any purpose that supports the mission of the organization.
- Term Endowment - These are endowments that are given with the stipulation that the funds can only be used after a certain period of time, or until a certain event has occurred. This allows the funds to grow through investment before they are spent.
- Quasi Endowment - These are funds that the governing board of an institution chooses to treat as an endowment, even if the original donor did not specify that the funds be used in this way. These funds can be spent at the discretion of the board.
Benefits of Endowments[edit | edit source]
Endowments provide a number of benefits to the institutions that receive them. These include:
- Financial Stability - Endowments provide a steady source of income that can help an institution weather financial downturns.
- Long-Term Planning - Because endowments are typically invested and only a portion of the earnings are spent each year, they can provide a source of funding for long-term projects and planning.
- Donor Engagement - Endowments can help to engage donors and encourage further giving by demonstrating the institution's financial stability and long-term planning.
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