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endowment

[en-dou-muhnt] / ɛnˈdaʊ mənt /




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“It is likely that all of these factors put pressure on institutions,” leading them to rely more heavily on endowment revenue to cover expenses.

From Barron's

“It is likely that all of these factors put pressure on institutions,” leading them to rely more heavily on endowment revenue to cover expenses.

From Barron's

But experts say that the state program has lacked thorough oversight and accountability, allowing a small group of manufacturers to exploit the program’s robust endowments.

From Los Angeles Times

The returns go back into the school’s endowment.

From The Wall Street Journal

With a $7.7 billion endowment, the Mellon Foundation is the nation’s largest supporter of the arts and humanities.

From The Wall Street Journal