Endow (verb)

1. To provide with a permanent source of income, especially for a charity or public institution.
2. To furnish with a quality or attribute, especially by birth or nature.
3. To provide with a gift or grant, especially of money.

Origin:

Middle english endowen, from old english endōwan, from en- + dōwan to do.

Examples:

1. The wealthy businessman decided to endow a scholarship for underprivileged students.
2. She was born with a natural talent, which her parents did not hesitate to endow her with every opportunity to develop.
3. The government endowed the university with a large grant to support scientific research.
4. The foundation endows a substantial annual gift to support the arts.
5. The museum was endowed with a valuable collection of rare manuscripts.