Bestowing

verb

1. To lay up in store; deposit for safe keeping; to stow or place; to put something somewhere.
2. To lodge, or find quarters for; provide with accommodation.
3. To dispose of.
4. To give; confer; impart gratuitously; present something to someone or something, especially as a gift or honour.

   "Medals were bestowed on the winning team."

5. To give in marriage.