subsidy
//ˈsʌb.sɪ.di//
Noun
subsidySingular
subsidiesPlural
1
A sum of money granted by the government or a public body to assist an industry or business so that the price of a commodity or service may remain low or competitive.
The government provides subsidies to farmers to keep food prices affordable.
2
Financial assistance or support given to help fund a project, organization, or activity.
The nonprofit received a subsidy to expand its community programs.