fund

a reserve of money set aside for some purpose

a supply of something available for future use; "he brought back a large store of Cuban cigars"

a financial institution that sells shares to individuals and invests in securities issued by other companies

convert (short-term floating debt) into long-term debt that bears fixed interest and is represented by bonds

place or store up in a fund for accumulation

provide a fund for the redemption of principal or payment of interest

invest money in government securities

accumulate a fund for the discharge of a recurrent liability; "fund a medical care plan"

furnish money for; "The government funds basic research in many areas"