Endowment (noun)

1. A gift of money or property donated to a person, organization or institution for a specific purpose.
2. A natural ability or quality that someone or something possesses.
3. A financial fund established to support an institution or organization on an ongoing basis.

Origin:

From middle english endowment, from old french endowment, from endovoir ("to endow"), from en- ("in") + doter ("to endow"), from latin dotare ("to endow").

Examples:

1. The university received a large endowment from a wealthy donor to support its research programs.
2. Her endowment as a singer was a powerful voice and an amazing range.
3. The endowment fund provides annual support for the museum's operations and programs.
4. The school's endowment allowed it to offer scholarships to deserving students.
5. His endowment as a leader was his ability to inspire and motivate others.