There are many public and private institutions established in our country. Both institutions play an essential role for the well-being of the public community. The purpose of this essay is to compare and contrast some of the characteristics of public and private institutions. These characteristics include financial sources, facilities and employment. There are similarities between the two institutions. Both institutions are organizations that aim to offer their best services in the interest of the community. Furthermore, both institutions contribute to the healthy development and civilization of our country. These include educational establishments, financial institutions and healthcare establishments in the private and public sectors. They have contributed to various aspects of our country's economy and social development. Firstly, the public institution. The characteristics that are going to be discussed are financial sources, facilities and employment. Most public institutions are funded by the government. In other words, employees receive their monthly salary indirectly from the company's taxpayers....