81321 Grantmaking and Giving Services

This U.S. industry comprises establishments known as grantmaking foundations or charitable trusts. Establishments in this industry award grants from trust funds based on a competitive selection process or the preferences of the foundation managers and grantors; or fund a single entity, such as a museum or university. Illustrative Examples: Community foundations Philanthropic trusts Corporate foundations, awarding grants Scholarship trusts Grantmaking foundations Cross-References.

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in raising funds for health related research, such as disease (e.g., heart, cancer, diabetes) prevention, health education, and patient services. Illustrative Examples: Disease awareness fundraising organizations Health research fundraising organizations Voluntary health organizations Disease research (e.g., heart, cancer) fundraising organizations Cross-References.

This U.S. industry comprises establishments (except voluntary health organizations) primarily engaged in raising funds for a wide range of social welfare activities, such as educational, scientific, cultural, and health. Illustrative Examples: Community chest fundraising organizations United fund councils Federated charities United funds for colleges Cross-References.