Donations, Grants & Endowment in the US - Industry Market Research Report

Donations, Grants & Endowment in the US

Revenue for the Donations, Grants and Endowment industry posted consistent growth over the five years to 2019. Due to the unique structure of this industry, revenue is calculated by adding contributions, grants, investment income and realized gains. While the overall economy prospered during the five-year period, the stock market also continued to perform strongly. These forces complimented each other, enabling revenue growth. Demand for industry services is expected to remain stable over the five years to 2024, with educational and health-related programs benefiting from the largest share of grant dollars. Furthermore, corporations and other for-profit groups will continue to open trusts and foundations to promote their organizational image.

This industry comprises organizations known as grantmaking foundations or charitable trusts. Operators award grants from trust funds based on a competitive selection process or by the preferences of the foundation managers and grantors. Industry operators may also fund a single entity, such as a museum or university. Due to the unique structure of this industry, revenue is calculated by adding contributions, grants, investment income and realized gains.

This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.