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Financial endowment

Financial endowments are when someone gives a large sum of money or other assets to an organization, such as a school. This money can be used to help the organization, such as by providing money for activities or supplies. Some endowments are set up to last forever, meaning the same organization can use the money for many years, while others may only last until the money is gone. Either way, endowments are very helpful to organizations.
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