fundraise

VERB

collect by raising funds

Synonyms

STRONG

appeal raise solicit

WEAK

beseech canvass crowdsource implore inquire mobilize petition plead promote requisition seek

Example Sentences

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The sirens cost about $70 each, and activists have taken to online fundraising to buy more.

From Los Angeles Times

Steven, from Suffolk, wanted to do something in his memory, and his attention was caught by an advert for the brewer's Equity for Punks fundraising drive.

From BBC

“Institutional fundraising in credit has remained strong and the current fears could blow over very quickly.”

From Barron's

Reed declined to comment on the firm’s fundraising plans.

From The Wall Street Journal

After announcing his candidacy fairly early in the race last September, he’s done the usual: hired a campaign manager, ran ads and crisscrossed the state holding rallies and fundraising.

From Salon