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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After having to stall the opening because of last year’s fires, this retail location demonstrates the continued resilience of the L.A. community as they continue to fundraise and support local fire recovery efforts.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Troops attend city council meetings, fundraise for causes like the Palestinian Children’s Relief Fund and contribute to local mutual aid efforts.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

The fundraise also deepens Amazon’s relationship with OpenAI, which in November committed $38 billion to gain access to Amazon Web Services’ infrastructure.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 27, 2026

With not enough time to fundraise to buy it for the town, a local businessman stepped in and bought it.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026

By this month, any investor who held on from the August fundraise was down over 75%, with Alt5’s share price languishing around $1.70.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026