Government Spending: Public-to-Private Where the 2025 Budget Is Going to Be Spent Infographic

In the United States, military spending is vast and huge sums make their way to procurement and contracts to private vendors. Parts and technology used in the vehicles, aircraft and equipment are often supplied by private companies in the defense industry. Additionally, a wide variety of goods, materials and services for our troops are procured from private vendors. Bullet proof vests, boots, uniforms, weapons - the list is long.

Public universities are, of course, often recipients of state and federal funding for various programs. In addition, a public or private university may be awarded federally funded grant money for research. Public schools have a variety of funding needs from procuring cafeteria food, supplies etc. Charter schools, while acting independently of the state's public school system, are commonly awarded funding based on enrollment.

The Energy department has a number of programs used to promote United States security and energy needs. The nuclear energy industry, oil & gas, as well as green energy sector are regularly encouraged through grants programs. Research grants and incentives are used to promote American energy interests and infrastructure.

The wheels of government require funding to operate, and funding is the lifeblood of government agencies and state capitals across the country. These agencies often seek partnerships with the private sector for supplies, services and other needs.

The maintenance and construction of the United States infrastructure is often funded by federal or state money. Highways, roads, airports, seaports, and rail systems typically involve government money in some form or another. Grants for construction, development and repairs are often provided by private companies contractually obligated to make it happen.

The administration fo justice in the country is big business. From federal private prison contracts, to the various goods and services required to keep the industry running, government dollars are making it happen.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban development or HUD has a number of grants, mortgage and rental assistance programs on the books. Contracts across the country are used to help execute their obligations.

After natural disasters wreak their devastation, emergency relief programs commonly step in to help fund repairs and rebuild. Immediately following a hurricane, earthquake or tornado agencies may provide the community with emergency supplies and provide emergency services.

The nations park lands require repairs and upkeep covered by the National Park Service agency. In addition to national parks, federal and state owned land, waters, refuges, monuments and historic areas require billions annually to maintain. The management of public lands require funds.