Support for an institution (9)

I believe the answer is:

patronage

(Other definitions for patronage that I've seen before include "The power to control privileges" , "custom in restaurant?" , "supporting role" , "Sponsorship - condescending manner" , "Regular custom" .)

I've seen this clue in The Star Tribune.

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