Fundraising Meaning
/ˈfʌndˌɹeɪzɪŋ/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe process of collecting money by requesting donations from individuals and businesses.
adjRelating to raising money (funds), particularly for charities.
Sentence Examples
He was in charge of the fundraising efforts.
Tom is organizing a fundraising event.
The hospice is planning a major fundraising event for June.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The school held a bake sale for ____ to buy new computers for the lab.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The charity organization is planning a major ____ event to collect donations for its new medical clinic.
Word Origin & History
From fund + raising.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"LMJV staff have been supporting the hospital for years through fundraising events that have raised a total of £10,000, gaining the contractor recognition as a Charity Champion for the hospital."
— 2020 December 16, “Stop & Examine”, in Rail, page 70:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The school held a bake sale for ____ to buy new computers for the lab.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The charity organization is planning a major ____ event to collect donations for its new medical clinic.