Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grants-in-aid
noun
/ɡrænts ɪn eɪd/
Definition
Financial assistance provided by one government entity to another or to an individual or organization for a specific purpose.
Examples
- The school district received grants-in-aid to improve its facilities.
- Non-profits often rely on grants-in-aid to fund their programs and services.
- The city applied for federal grants-in-aid to enhance public transportation.
Meaning
Grants-in-aid are funds distributed by a government to support social programs, education, and other initiatives. They often come with conditions on how the money can be spent.
Synonyms
- Funding
- Assistance
- Subsidy
- Support
